Cold Weather Disguises

The other day I was biking home and a cyclist waved at me.

Cold Weather Disguises

Now, biking in Boston sometimes has the feeling of a biking in a small town. I’m always running into friends on the street. But in cold weather there are some social challenges.

Cold Weather Disguises

And I may not even recognize my best friends unless they are willing to unbundle a bit. Not always pleasant this time of year.

Cold Weather Disguises

So it got me wondering if there’s a better way.

Cold Weather Disguises

Maybe not. I may not recognize my friends until spring, my apologies.

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22 comments

  • Steve R. February 26, 2013  

    Easy. Many of the people I know have distinctive bikes so, I recognize them by their bikes.

  • cris February 26, 2013  

    In winter, the clothing changes, but the bikes stay the same. So, for the handful of fellow commuters that I see regularly on my way in, we still make our nods and ding our bells despite the numerous measures we’ve taken to protect our noses, eyes and fingers because we still recognize so-and-so with the Christmas tree taillights or the half-disintegrated clip-on fender or the Carradice saddlebag that’s probably seen more miles than most people’s bikes.

    • cranky pants February 27, 2013  

      this is Boston – a cordial “eff-you, you eff-ing d-bag” coupled with a stream of rude gestures will suffice. It’s just our way of showing affection.

  • RayJ February 26, 2013  

    Admittedly, working as a mechanic I recognize bikes over faces. I have had customers greet me on the street and won’t remember/recognize them until I see their ride.

  • Lisa Liberati February 26, 2013  

    I’m with Tim D. I wave and say ” hi” to everyone. We don’t have to bundle up so much in LA, but this was terrific!

  • Louie February 26, 2013  

    I like the painted balaclava idea.

    • Opus the Poet February 26, 2013  

      I painted a flaming goatee and moustache on my winter face mask. You can see it in the Mardi Gras pictures on my blog.

    • Peanut Butter February 27, 2013  

      I have a ZanHeadgear balaclava – everyone recognizes my Luchador mask!

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