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What is your setup for riding in the rain? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by articpiecitylights@lemmy.ml to c/bikecommuting@lemmy.ml

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As summer nears its end, I'm very curious to know what everyone does to handle the rain. For myself, I throw on a pair of rain pants over rubber rain boots with a GoreTex rain jacket.

At my work desk I have an old pair of Toms shoes that I bought at Goodwill that are super comfortable - I slip into them when I arrive and out of them when I leave.

I have a waterproof Timbuk2 saddlebag-style pannier, which I use to bring my lunchbox.

If you're intimidated by riding in the rain, give it a try! It's really quite invigorating and people will think you're either crazy, or a badass. Both seem fine to me!

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[–] kersploosh@sh.itjust.works 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I never wear a hard shell, even back when I was riding in soggy Seattle. I just get soaked from sweat instead of the rain.

In warm weather: Quick-drying synthetic fabric, usually a road jersey and Lycra shorts. I just expect to get wet.

In cold weather: Water-resistant softshell tights and jacket. I also have winter-specific clipless shoes with neoprene uppers.

Full-coverage fenders, Ortlieb bags, and bright lights are a must year-round.

[–] usualsuspect191@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Do you have clothes to change into then when you get to work?

[–] kersploosh@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Yes, always. I carry a change of clothes in my panniers.

I am also lucky to have a locker room with showers at the office.