DIY Handlebar Mitts or Pogies for the Trek 1120

Riding a bike outside in the winter is fun! But, your hands can get very cold. A good way to keep your hands warm is to use handlebar mitts which are also called pogies. This video shows how to make your own pogies to keep your hands warm.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:19 The Design
0:38 Fabric Pieces
2:32 Fold Lines
3:17 Utility Cords
4:40 Sewing Seams
5:53 Removable Liner
7:02 Liner Snaps
8:10 Handlebar Installation
8:50 Go Ride

Materials Used:
Nylong Rip Stop fabric for the outer shell
Wool from old wool sweaters for the removable liners
Dritz Cord Locks/Stops, Black, 24 pc
Dritz 5∕8" Long Prong Snaps & Tools, 36 Sets, Black
PMI 3mm Utility Cord - Package of 50 ft. Orange
1/2” Wide Belting Material

This video is not sponsored and contains no affiliate links.

References:
The design of the pogies in this video was based on the article, “Make Your Own Ultralight Pogies” written by Greg Main, which is located at the following link. However, the design was changed to better fit the Trek 1120 handlebar and to add removable liners.

https://bikepacking.com/gear/make-you...

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