Cold drains energy – often without you noticing. First your fingers go stiff, then your concentration fades. If you're shivering, you can no longer steer and brake precisely.
Staying warm on the road
- React early: Take a break before you're really cold, not afterwards.
- Warm drinks: A hot tea at the break warms you from the inside.
- Protect your extremities: Good gloves, warm socks and a neck tube make a big difference.
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