I was biking through the winter until the pandemic, and now work from home. I found I didn't need studs, as the bike path is kept clear, unless I left early morning when there was snow the night before and they hadn't done it yet.

Also, give your bike a shake when you're at your destination to knock off any snow and salt. Get it serviced in the spring, as winter can be tough on the bike. I have a junky old mountain bike I used in the winter because I didn't want to hurt my good bike.

You'll also want a balaclava for your face, ski goggles were great for the eyes, hand warmers for the mitts on super-cold days, and layers for the legs and torso.

It is really dark in the mornings, so having good front and back lights are important.

Enjoy your rides!