News and links 10-21-08

• Did you ever think about using dry leaves, moss and mud to protect yourself from the elements in the winter? Here's how. (Via cyclelicious.)
• A surprisingly attractive commercial for Hutchinson tires. Love the paint job of the Masi bike and the white dress over red tights. Only 3:47. (Via cyclelicious.)
• Note to self: try the Dumonde Tech chain lube (original formula). Cyclelicious claims that it won't make your chain dirty, water doesn't wash it away instantly, and you only need to use it once every 400 miles.
• Annual ranking of bicycle-friendly states. IL ranks 8th, right after CA and before NJ. The friendliest state is WA, the least friendly is WV.
• Sweet, white BKW/Rapha knee warmers ($70).