Solution for cold knees

[mp183]

I finally found a solution for my cold knees.  I got a contoured long knee protector at Modell's.  They were just the right thickness and are pretty wide and fairly long.  I put them on and they felt tight.  My wife slit the elastic material at the back and added 4 strips of elastic material and that did it.  What a difference.  Now I notice the other things that get cold.  Up to now I just noticed the knees.
I did 190 miles in 38-40 degree weather at mostly high speeds.  The knees were no colder than the rest of my legs.  My toes started to get a little cold.  I did not have double socks.  My wife got me some chemical warmers that go in the boots.  They last for a long time.  I have to try them next time.

[MinnGS]

I have also found that bicycle knee warmers work really well. Also, I recently purchased a pair of First Gear overpants that are excellent on  35 degree Minnesota morning.  Keeps the legs extra warm considering you have a pair of jeans and a wind proof pant on at the same time.

[Kerry]

I finally found a solution for my cold knees.  I got a contoured long knee protector at Modell's.  They were just the right thickness and are pretty wide and fairly long.  I put them on and they felt tight.  My wife slit the elastic material at the back and added 4 strips of elastic material and that did it.  What a difference.

Is there any way you can post a pic of the knee protectors (and your wife's handiwork)?  

[mp183]

I'll probably splurge for a digital camera in a week or so.
If my wife does not patent it I'll post a picture.
Any recommendations on a digital camera would be appreciated.
Looking for something small that I can put in my pocket.
Must have a good cover over the lens that will keep it from
getting abused.  Looking for something under $250, so if I loose it or break it I won't cry too much.

[Kerry]

Any recommendations on a digital camera would be appreciated.
Looking for something small that I can put in my pocket.
Must have a good cover over the lens that will keep it from
getting abused.  Looking for something under $250

My lack of experience with most of the camera brands out there is immense.  I also don't know exactly what you're looking for in a camera.  But from my past experience, if I were to get another "pocket cam" right now it would be a Kodak CX7330.

This camera is 3 generations later than the DX4330 that I have used for the past couple years.  As near as I can tell, the CX line doesn't have quite the flexibility in some areas as the DX line.  But most of these areas don't matter for normal picture-taking.The LCD panel isn't quite as large, the fastest shutter speed isn't as quite as fast, the slowest shutter speed isn't quite as slow, the minimum focus distance isn't quite as short.  Also, the CX cameras don't have the ability to add lenses or other accessories because of the automatic lens closure.  But that ability in my DX (which I have never taken advantage of) makes the camera that much thicker, and necessitates a manual lens cover - which is my main complaint about the camera.

The CX has just as much optical zoom power as mine (3x).  The digital zoom is also equivalent, but since I NEVER USE DIGITAL ZOOM that's neither here nor there.

For other differences between my current camera and the CX7330 see thisside-by-side comparison done by dpreview.com.

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I take it back - I would probably spend a few more bucks and get a Kodak CX7430:

* It will take 4MP images (rather than 3MP).

* You can apparently switch the aspect ratio from 3:2 (to better match print sizes) to 4:3 (to better match computer monitors).  Cool!

* It has a wider (automatic) ISO range

* More light metering options

* You can take up to 6 images in burst mode, as opposed to 3.  My current camera doesn't even

have this feature.

* It is supposedly the same size, but a whole ounce lighter.  (?)[/list:u]For more details, see this side-by-side comparison.

One other point to consider for cameras in general: Batteries.  Proprietary batteries may hold a charge longer, but they're more expensive.  And if they die when you're out and about - it's over.  Consider getting a camera that uses "standard" battery sizes like AA.  If your high-powered NiMH rechargeable batteries die, plain old alkalines are easily accessible in a pinch.

OK, OK.  Enough for now, already!

[juggernaught]

Not for nothin'...but on really cold days i wear my rain pants over whatever gear i am wearing.  They are obviously water resistant but also wind resistant...and let me tell ya ...cutting out the wind is the best way to retain heat when in motion...my 2 cents....

[The Buddha]

Cold Knee problem ... what the hell ... I'll rejet them ...
Cool.
Srinath.

[mp183]

Not for nothin'...but on really cold days i wear my rain pants over whatever gear i am wearing.  They are obviously water resistant but also wind resistant...and let me tell ya ...cutting out the wind is the best way to retain heat when in motion...my 2 cents....

I wear a pair on neoprane pants, jeans and bottom of my rain jacket.
That is ok for short rides for about an hour in 32 degree weather.  Anything more you need something extra for your knees.
Where I am it's always 8 degrees cooler than NYC.  Going 5 miles north it becomes 10-12 degrees cooler than NYC.  That makes a big difference.

[juggernaught]

Jeez mp...if i rode for more than an hour in sub-freezing cold then i would become a cyclecicle if ya know what i mean................