Snow Biking in Japan

cycling training on snow with road racing bikes with studded tires

Mikuni Pass 17

Temperature: minus 11 degrees Celsius at the Mikuni Pass.

Seasonal winds were strong. From time to time the visibility went down to a dangerous level. He activated two tail lamps instead of usual one. The road was covered with fresh snow. But the ruts were covered with more or less well compacted snow. It was easy to ride following the ruts.

Pictures