In message , Chris Smith
writes
Lawrence Jenkins wrote:
Hello all.
I would just like to pose the question on this NG as to why it is
perceived by some as infantile to want snowy cold weather?


a. People die, both directly (hypothermia) and indirectly (increased
road accidents, influenza etc) as a result of cold weather.
3. It causes a large increase in fuel usage - leading to increased CO2
output.
d. It causes a reduction in the amount I can go out on my bike.

All of which is true, but does not necessarily answer the question.

From the point of view of the inner child - infant if you really must -
it means - much more reflected light to offset the short days and snow
to play with. These are good things in themselves. The drawbacks remain
whether or not you enjoy the benefits, so there's no point in not
enjoying the benefits.

Anyway, equip your bike with chunky tyres and go and have fun, Chris.

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Peter Thomas