Image by Damiel via FlickrHere is one way to kick off the new year.  The Western PA Wheelmen host an annual first day of the year bike ride – Icycle Bicycle Ride.  Rain, snow or shine they have been riding on new years day for 30 years.  Meet at REI for some hot chocolate.  Bring a helmet.

January 1, 2009, 11 am. for more info.

via Venture Outdoors Blog

Some additional reading about winter bicycle riding…

• How to “Winterize” Your Bicycle!
• Cycling in the Winter
• Bike Safer this Winter with DIY Tire Chains [Transportation]