I had been looking for a bike to get around my local city and managed to snag a Huffy cruiser for $50. It is in decent shape with only some superficial rust on the pedals. This will be a big learning experience for me as I haven't ridden a bike for nine years. I'll both learn how to use a bike to run errands and how to do some of my own maintenance. Maybe even customize it a bit by adding a frame lock and a 3 speed gear hub. I guess we shall see how far I get in this learning and fitness quest.
One of my trail runners have gortex on them, the other does not. I honestly can't tell the difference with real-world use. Both get wet on the inside if you get them wet on the outside. LOL
If it's really cold (< -10C) I'll use neoprene overshoes. If it's raining, I have packable rain pains that have shoe covers built in, so that's never an issue.
I haven't tried water resistant socks, but that sounds interesting!
Edit: -10C not -20C! I'm crazy, but not THAT crazy. 😂🥶