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I live in California. Cycling in Michigan winter and Arizona summer are great! I wouldn't mind either. People do it all the time. Having the right clothing is very important.

It's okay to have options. Many people who live in those places and have bikes also have cars. Why not have a small car instead of a big car?

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If Finns can cycle in the winter (1), why can't Americans?

If it is possible for snowplows can clear giant 14 lane highways, they can clear small 2 lane bike paths

1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhx-26GfCBU

Yes the answer is more complicated due to suburban sprawl and lack of infrastructure, but it is not impossible. It is always possible.

I live in Madison, which is an incredibly bike friendly city and there is almost no bike usage once winter starts over here. This is in a city with dedicated bike paths and lanes all over town. Under heavy snowfall and -20 C temperatures with wind screeching in cause of the lakes, I really doubt this is a doable scenario.

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