What to wear in the rain on your bike commute (and what not to wear!)

[@GaiaGoddessOfTheEarth]

As someone who lives over next to Portland I deal with rain a lot and having a warm pair of waterproof gloves, water resistant leggings, and a light raincoat are my biggest helps. Before I had storage on my bike for a spare pair of shoes I had some covers that worked well and if it was particularly wet I'd toss on my rain pants. I'd rather be a bit hot then soaking wet.

[@bennovanel7225]

Rainsuit is the way to go in the Netherlands (a lot of rain and a lot of wind). Ponchos make you a giant sail and you won't get anywhere but downwind. Just make sure it has lots of air gaps and breathable material, quality makes all the difference between a rainsuit and a sweatsuit.

[@qvintuse.urvind7002]

Wetsuit is the next step, and gumboots. Might as well put on a cyclops too, or swim goggles.

[@blueyonder1233]

Any rainsuit brand recommendations?

[@kishascape]

I can't remember what they're called or the brand but there was these clothes I got before after seeing a british video 10 years ago. It's just like regular khakis and dress shirt but the water just rolls off them. Same with wine and other stains too. You just shake off a little before you go in and you're all dry.

[@Pimsterz]

@@blueyonder1233 anything from Vaude. Cheaper versions from Decathlon are good as well

[@christianfarley8553]

Yes and under the pocho water splashed from the ground to your legs. I tried a pocho and in the end I was nearly as wet as with a not water proofed rain coat. Pocho is for amateurs, not for pros who ride their bikes day by day.

[@LanceAvion]

This channel only has 3.45 thousand subscribers? No way, that's absurd. Mark my words, in a few months this channel will have 50K+!

[@Shifter_Cycling]

You made my day with this comment. Thanks for watching!

[@leonisaacs3512]

Youre almost right! He is almost there!

[@superdestrier9160]

Today was my first commute in the rain this year, it was unepected but I muddled through in a t-shirt and shorts. How apropos that this was recommended to me!

[@dallysinghson5569]

How do you like it? Is it more convenient, enjoyable vs wearing a body condom?

[@superdestrier9160]

@@dallysinghson5569 Never wore a body condom. It's warm year-round here so I don't wear a lot. If you're not racing your bike, you don't need to be wearing super tight clothes around town.

[@raphaelpiarroux647]

French people here, and I also, like many, settled for rain coat and overpants (protecting both shoes and pants, and that can be removed workout taking shoes or pants off) . Works the charm. I got both from decathlon that offer very decent products, never the best of the best but with extremely good quality price ratio. Both are also very visible (bright yellow) and whole not very sexy, I think visibility is mandatory if biking in traffic when it's rainy I also think fenders are a must go.

[@bluesman608]

Try the waterproof raincoat made by Rains, a Danish company. The Danes are big cyclers and this coat has longer sleeves and length, hood ties.

[@cathiek8028]

My vote goes to a (breathable) rainsuit in some form. I worry about the front of a poncho hampering steering. It happened to me, although, admittedly, it was a cheap version of a poncho. Whatever the choice, it's worth the investment!

[@jaspervanestelfeen2173]

Netherlands brand Agu focuses on apparel for bad weather urban cycling, maybe worth to check them out too.

[@YoshiLe2410]

As a local living in Vietnam, rain is always the worst for me as I have to commute under the rain for 30-40 mins because of a lot of red lights and traffic jam, always have to carry a backpack, getting dust all over my legs and lower back, inconvenient and uncomfortable wearing any kind of raincoat, always have to go to the restroom to clean all the dust collected on my stuffs and body, sweating is for sure unavoidable. Been looking for a raincoat that can shelter my big backpack and leg areas from getting dust at the same time but nope, no such thing exists yet, so in the worst case of being in relatively heavy rain for 40m I have to double coat myself lol, a rainsuit for my entire body protection, a poncho mainly to not get the area between my back and backpack get wet and also a backpack cover and wearing a crocs lol. But whatever, it's a life of a bike commuter!

[@readyplayer2]

I would HIGHLY recommend looking into getting a rack installed on your bike, and purchasing panniers (bags that hang on the rack). I use waterproof Ortlieb panniers, but many brands are available at different price points. What doesn't fit in the panniers can usually be strapped to the rack with bungee cords. If the panniers and rack don't give you enough capacity, investigate a front mount rack or basket. Once you've moved the weight off your back and onto the bike, you will never want to go back. Not wearing a backpack is much more comfortable, you can wear what you want rain protection wise, and you don't have a hot or sweaty back in hot weather. For commuting, my bike must have fenders/mudguards, good lighting front and rear, a rack, and panniers.

[@mattrn58]

Brooks, the saddle company makes a great poncho

[@stevec3872]

I rarely got wet riding my bike in the years I was commuting but I've always thought that one of the parts of the bike rider's credo is that sometimes you get wet. But I distinctly remember a ride I had a year ago last October when there was a 0% chance of rain and I got soaked in a short shower. The weather forecaster weaseled out of being wrong by claiming it was not a measurable precipitation even though it was enough to get me wet.

[@desperadodeluxe2292]

I wear a small wool poncho under a windbreaker jacket.

[@brighton_dude]

I was delighted that you found the poncho. That is the best thing in the rain on the bicycle. That one you have looked good but is probably a bit lightweight. I think a bit of weight is good with a poncho so it behaves itself in blustery weather. Here in the UK I have used a Carradice Duxback rain poncho for about fifteen years. It is great. This is waxed cotton and will last forever, it seems. I don't know if they export to Canada. Here it is at the Carradice website anyway: www.carradice.co.uk/products/rainwear/duxback-rain-poncho-standard My Carradice poncho is so good that sometimes I go for short pleasure rides in the rain! I use overshoes to keep my feet dry, that's all I need in addition to the poncho.

[@Shifter_Cycling]

Thanks fir the link. I have a waxed poncho hat that will probably last my whole life, so I’m definitely checking this out. Thanks!

[@applewalks7373]

That intro music epic

[@markmclenaghan-humberviews3318]

Look into motorcycle type rain suits. And rubber shoes.

[@annaturba]

Very good video! Will the vaude poncho work with a helmet underneath? It looks a bit too tight. Or maybe you could put the helmet on top?

[@colinmartin9797]

Well this was kind of crap advice. What about when it's absolutely dumping rain in the winter and you get somewhere with absolutely soaking wet legs? The poncho is bulky and ugly once you get to your destination. I commute in Seattle Winters and I really don't like soaking wet, cold legs for 14 hours a day on campus. Especially when it's cold enough that I need long underwear just to stay warm. So I wear a light weight rain over pant. I just leave them on until I get to the ferry, they have zippers on the sides so you can just pop them off in two seconds, they have reflective stripes to improve safety, and they pack down into the size of a couple oranges. For a jacket I have another ultralight, cheap $30 rain over coat. It's basically waterproof (nothing is technically water proof) neon green for visibility (comes in lots of colors) with elastic cuffs that meet my gloves and a useful hood. It also has a pouch on the back that it can be tucked up into and becomes a tiny, ultra packable piece of gear. The benefit is that when I get to school I can take my rain pants and jacket off and be wearing my normal jeans, coat and winter shoes, ball them up and stick them in my bag until the end of the day. Another thing to mention is rain in the eyes and down your face l. It can suck. If it's raining I grab a pair of cheap clear safety glasses and a turtle fur buff for my face/ears since commuting in the winter gets cold AF.

[@domxem5551]

Vaude is a good brand

[@kimbaptempura4073]

Speaking from experience 1:02 DONT BUY A RAIN/WIND BREAKER WITH A STRAPLESS HOOD! Make sure you can can secure those straps. Riding in the rain can be very frustrating. What makes EVERYTHING WORSE, IMHO the worst weather to ride through is the wind. It's all mentally taxing, especially when your usual fun/tranquil commute is ruined by poor weather. But taking precautions like he's doing in this video can mitigate things. But the strapless loose hood is insanely annoying, flapping around, whapping your head, making noise...aish, so annoying. Keeping your head dry may seem unimportant, but it just makes you feel better in and in more control. The wind flapping your hood, and even the reduced visibility all play into it. Make sure your rain gear is comfortable and unobtrusive, even test it out before going out in the rain. If it's sucks without rain, imagine how much worse it'll be when you are wet, cold, and miserable. Riding in the rain to work doesn't have to be miserable, and can be nice if you are prepared. Cycling like running involves endorphins and you want that cycler's high!

[@john12ryan]

I found my all weather bike shoes. KANE FOOTWEAR.

[@ebouwens]

I've been commuting for 49 years and have settled on the Cleverhood cycling poncho for the last 10 years. It solves several serous problems of rainwear: the front of the poncho covers the handlebars and your thumbs anchor it's position through little thumb straps. This allows air flow over your body ( don't get hot and sweaty), and the poncho covers your legs and pants keeping your lower half dry. The ponch os made out of reflective fibers so that you are visible. Motorists have decreased ability to see you so visibility is key. Also, rain often starts and stops quickly. It's easy to throw the ponchon our off as needed and roll it up, put it in a pannier. Hope this helps.

[@KcityMikeThomas]

Wow. That's a great answer. Thanks.

[@ambrosia8525]

I just looked at the Cleverhood site based on your comment and it's definitely something that would be great!

[@jeffs2905]

"Used condom" lmao. Nice vid shifter!

[@ravekloks]

That particular comment had me dieing lol

[@davidbierbaum4881]

The eternal conundrum is that the more effective clothes are at keeping water out, the more effective they are at keeping water IN, or in other words, your sweat will have nowhere to go. The poncho looks like a nice compromise, though for those without fenders, the water slung up by the front tire are going to get you nearly as wet as the rain itself would... For me, rain gear isn't about keeping dry as much as it is about keeping warm when riding in the cold rainy weather. For warm rain, I just enjoy getting wet, and wear clothes that dry quickly, and pack spare clothes in a dry bag, if I'm biking to a destination where I have to look presentable.

[@thebackwoodschapter3519]

This is my logic exactly.

[@kishascape]

Ride naked, got it.

[@dallysinghson5569]

A fellow rainlover! You chose wisely XD Too much fear about getting wet is unfortunately making people miss out on a nice experience.

[@Jinars.]

@@dallysinghson5569 There's nothing nice in getting wet. I don't want to get to school and sit for hours in soggy clothes. It would be very uncomfortable and I would look weird.

[@jeanyluisa8483]

I guess you have to appreciate that they at least made 3 holes into the garbage bag before they sold it as a poncho

[@definitelynosebreather]

LMAO

[@Taleofale]

I live in Ireland so rain is just expected. I went the other way, I don't try to stay dry at all. I simply wear thin cycling/running gear and have a change of clothes with me. This type of clothing keeps me warm when it gets wet but dries very quickly. Just embrace the rain!

[@muhilan8540]

I feel like Ireland/UK have a constant drizzle rather than occasional torrential downpours so that strategy actually works

[@kishascape]

Or ride naked. Then all you have to do is put clothes on when you get somewhere.

[@HoloScope]

@@kishascape it also feels great against my 😏

[@tconnolly9820]

Actually, how much it rains in Ireland is greatly exaggerated. I live in Ireland too and I checked with the Met Eireann (Irish meteorological service) website and on average for the east coast, there are 151 days of the year when it rains more than 1mm of rain per 24 hour day. 2, 3, 4 or 5mm of rain isn't a whole lot even if it all falls on you in 10 minutes. And even then you'll dry off quick enough. It's a case of put up and shut up a cara.

[@albertbrown7694]

I've ridden a couple of times in the rain here in Florida. I learned that no matter what I do I'll get drenched so I wear light bike shorts and shirt that dry quickly and change when I get where I'm going. Unfortunately shoes and socks tend to stay wet. Everything in my pannier is bagged in plastic including my change of clothes and spare shoes.

[@Shifter_Cycling]

Finding the best way to stay dry in the rain was a bit of an adventure, so thanks to all of you who offered suggestions!

[@sebastianr1204]

Vaude is a European company, not Canadian. It is based in Tettnang, Baden-Württemberg.

[@dexbacalso8285]

Wear helmet dude

[@MrMtr999]

Hi Shifter, i have to be gratefully thankful to this invaluable video🙏 your research and real world information has helped save my days! I live in Florida with ton of rain, with the information you left in the link i bought 2 Cleverhood rover ponchos to use. Life is a lot easier and efficient to commute with rain poncho. Excellent channel and information. Thank you so much again .👍👍👍

[@DarkViperus]

I use goretex active jacket, you sweat a lot less in it compared to regular goretex, its made for jogging/cycling. Reguular goretex works better for hiking. I also use goretex overtrousers, find ones that have zippers on the sides of the legs, it makes it much much easier to take off. I'm still undecided for glasses or cycling hat, it depends in the angle of the rain and amount of rain. For heavy rain, especially in winter months, you need waterproof gloves, otherwise your hands will get red from raindrops/cold.

[@swollywood]

Go check out Amsterdam based brand MAIUM. They offer versetile rainwear. I'm not wearing anything else in Dutch weather. Rainjackets that don't look like rainjackets and keep you dry as can be.

[@Caspirius]

As a cyclist in the Netherlands, I use rain pants and a rainjacket but the rainpants has zippers and buttons which allows me to have easy ventilation and remove my rain pants while keeping my shoes on. a hard shell jacket I use has zippers at the armpits so you can get enough ventilation. I wouldn't remove my rain gear when I go to the supermarket. Only if I go to uni or work.

[@thecrow3461]

Throw in some overshoes and bad weather will never be a problem. I commute almost 50km a day by bike and the only weather i truly hate is when its extremely windy (i guess i could buy an ebike for that). Rain never bothers me with the right raingear. Ponchos are indeed terrible and catch way too much wind.

[@gidikalchhauser]

This

[@rubberbottom]

Very old post, but I try anyway. I was wondering if you could provide a link to your rainclothes? All the best, from Denmark

[@Minecraftrok999]

Vaude is a German company that's pronounced [fa͜u’de]. They are REALLY into being green and sustainable, it's basically the most sustainable you can get as a clothing manufacturer (except for not producing any clothing at all) They make great products and still produce at least some sizeable part of their portfolio here in Germany.

[@AlessandroBb]

All of my bike gear is from Vaude and I love it. Not easy to find it here in Italy but e-commerce helps me out. Ciao

[@JayzTwoCentzIG]

Canada import possible??

[@cdgonepotatoes4219]

found the streaker

[@Minecraftrok999]

@@JayzTwoCentzIG Yes of course! Just go to vaude.ca , though I of course don't know if any brick and mortar stores close to you carry it, if you're comfortable with online shopping you can certainly get their products without you having to import them.

[@kevinsheffield3689]

I use rain coat and waterproof pants and rubber boots. Incase i get splashed. Getting splashed and wet only pisses you off. So i like to be dry

[@MarcoTheGreat2008]

Wear a baseball or cycling cap on under the rain hood and strap the hood down tight. Hoods that secure with straps aren't much better by themselves; they often come down over your eyes when you secure them tight enough to stop the wind blowing them back and your face still gets wet anyway. Having a cap on underneath is the perfect solution - the hood keeps your head and the cap dry, the cap keeps the hood above your eyes and the rain off your face, and the hood stops the cap blowing away in a gust. Mwah.

[@kishascape]

That and Adidas track suit over you regular clothes. The slav way. Get the ones with the side zip pants and you can just yank them off into the air like in the partyboy prank video whenever you get somewhere.

[@SheThe1Who]

Excellent tip about the hat! Thanks

[@RedCommunist]

What works even better in my experience is a mountain bike helmet (which has a visor) with a rain cover over it. Head stays totally dry besides a few drops on your chin, and more importantly, no rain in the eyes.

[@icetea_isgood]

I love bike commuting. Get some exercise, and being out in the weather is always fun. Less stressful than a car as well.

[@Vegan_Touring_Cyclist]

Vaude is a German brand btw, so it is pronounced [fau'de].

[@Shifter_Cycling]

Yes, I’ve been informed that I was mistaken about Vaude’s origins. Thanks for the clarification

[@barvdw]

I have been wrong, too, I thought it had something to do with the Swiss canton Vaud.

[@rafalskoczkowski4104]

Live in London Cycle daily all year. Spring/summer: Embrace the rain, get some moisture wicking clothes and your sorted. Comfy, look great and your dry 20min after arriving. Winter/Autumn: Hardshell Alpine Jacket w stormhood (breatheable, designed for mountaineering, will keep you dry in the craziest torrential rain or snowstorm, lightweight) . MTB mudguard trousers (easily slips on ontop of normal trousers, breathable, works great in massive downpours)... Only dowside is a good alpine hardshell and mtb trousers will set you back £200 - £300. But if you plan to cycle daily rain/sleet or snow, its the best and only option really. Edit: For winter get some water resistant gloves. Cycling in even light rain w no gloves when its less than 5C outside absolutely sucks

[@freshstart6]

Dude, wear a helmet for more reasons than just one!

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

The trick is not staying dry, but maintaining thermal control(layering), ride control(good. rain specific tires) and vision control( anti-fog goggles). I've got a boatload of gear I never use anymore. All weather related. All from trial and error in over 30 years of cycle commuting, utility cycling and touring. My rigs are pretty stripped down and effective for me in the specific, but may not apply to everyone. The main thing to is never work in your commuting clothes and never commute in your work clothes. Head to toe. Use cycling specific gear on the commute and work specific clothing on the job. Find a place at work to change clothes completely and keep hangers at work to dry your cycling gear. Turn everything inside out as they will dry completely during your work day. I should probably do a video of my own, but I'm simply too busy. If I get a few likes and people are interested in my perspective I'll post back. The above suggestions are all tried and true. If you simple adopt those and apply them to your commute they'll go along way to helping your situation. BTW, my commute was 42 miles RT w/a 550 ft vertical drop in and 550 ft vertical climb homeward. So, I know my ****. lol

[@benyaminewanganyahu]

yes, so seems like the purpose of 'rain' jacket is to be wind proof and light in weight rather than being waterproof? What about shoes? What kinds of shoes are able to be soaked through but dry out in a day?

[@TatamiDisco]

If you haven't already try out some waterproof socks. I do messenger work in them for 8+ hours the rain and still have dry feet at the end of the day.

[@milesl818]

"I look like a used condom..." 🤣

[@agvu21]

Decathlon has a cycling specific ponchos. I use that. Then wear jeans/trekking pants. For shoes, I use a waterproof pair of shoes

[@markmarkmark488]

My favourite thing is a really long Rains raincoat. It covers my legs enough so that my knees don't get soaked. I like my black one, so it looks really minimalistic and smart. And fenders are a must, long ones. An Ass Saver just doesn't cut it.

[@adm7038]

Mudguards, flip flops, goggles, gloves and breathable clothes.

[@JoshLuvsVideo]

Breathable clothes for sure. Enjoy the rain

[@Slammy555]

When I was a kid I used to ride my bike 5 miles a day to get to school and back. I got a poncho one year, I carried it in my backpack and waited for my chance. I had an aunt that lived a few blocks from school and I'd usually wait for my mom to get off work to pick me up when it rained but it wasn't too bad at the start so I went for it. It was a lot like your first poncho except really thick with snaps, it was designed to stand around and light walking. The wind picked it up and I was fighting a sail created by the poncho. I'd gone too far, the rain picked up and turned into a downpour. I ended up just pushing the bike home but there was a lot of lightning and I thought I was supposed to be riding so the tires would insulate from grounding. Pretty scary ride for a 12/13 year old.

[@BCV2023]

Patagonia rain ultra thin jackets work great and slots to open below the arm pits to breathe😉

[@Korina42]

Sky: rains buckets, 48F, 15mph wind Me: whips out bus pass Oh the joys of being a weather weenie. :-)

[@lascurettes]

The problem with even a nice bike poncho (gortex or the like) that I've found is that they are both a wind sail (you REALLY feel the resistance if it's windy), and I didn't like the way it felt like it was limiting my range of motion on the handlebars. It might have been the particular cut of the local person that made mine.

[@jeffreyabelson7171]

Rain gear was the MOST challenging aspect of my NYC commute - particularly for my feet. I tried everything and settled on keeping extra socks and stuff packed in plastic in my backpack and an extra pair of shoes at the office! Rain gear will keep you dry, but you'll also sweat - which can be a ... wash

[@Summitperry]

I just get wet... Not a perfect plan but its a plan.

[@Shifter_Cycling]

A plan I’ve used for a long time, but doesn’t always work

[@seanparlan]

Always on the lookout for ponchos to get my daughters out in the rain. Thanks for the heads up on the Vaude brand, don't get enough of gear that made in canada

[@Shifter_Cycling]

It's holding up very well, but I was mistaken about the brand. It's German.

[@blahhblaah74]

I commute on a speed pedelec (45 km/h or 32 mph e-bike). Poncho's aren't great at higher speeds... Personally I prefer to just cycle in cycling gear (a 40 minute commute makes you a bit sweaty anyway, so changing clothes is a good idea), getting slightly wet in a cycling clothes is not too bad. If there's a real downpour I do wear a rainsuit, rain trousers and a pair of waterproof MTB shoes. Works well for me!

[@TheFeldhamster]

I just bought myself "Rainlegs", which cover just for the front / top side of your legs (quads and knees). Only straps on the back, so sweat should not be an issue. Also rolls up quite small, so you could potentially keep it in your riding bag for emergencies. Might not be enough if it really pours, but for lighter rain (or just to protect against cold winds) it looks good. Not tested with rain yet. I usually wear a running jacket for running in the rain when riding in not so good weather. I admit to not riding anymore when the weather conditions are truly horrible as opposed to just kinda bad. Oh and definitely wear a baseball cap under your hoodie to keep the rain from running all over your face. Nice, waterproof gloves are a must as well as frozen fingers are dangerous, you can lose the ability to brake if they get really cold. A pair of plastic bags over your not quite so waterproof gloves can help in a pinch but if you want to ride often in cold, rainy weather invest in good gloves.

[@corese75]

Rainlegs and cap, i agree 100%

[@256shadesofgrey]

I've got something similar, and it's great at keeping you dry while still giving significant amounts of air flow. But ponchos still have a big problem: they turn you into a big sail. So you basically cannot go fast, and if it's windy/gusty, you have to be careful not to be thrown off your bike. For commuting it's a good option overall, because it really works well in terms of keeping you dry. But when I'm going for a fun ride, I'd rather have a jacket, or even just a t-shirt that would dry fast (depending on the temperature outside), because I get no annoying flapping fabric around me that could get caught on something and cause a crash.

[@evanswinford7165]

A helmet will keep your hood on your head... In San Francisco I can wear shorts all year 'round. I wear shorts in the rain and carry a microfiber towel to dry off. Nothing more water proof than your skin.

[@merendell]

I favor gortex rain gear instead of a poncho. My commute can involve some brutal headwinds and I want something fitted, not a fancy sail. I've found that personaly my legs dont get all that sweaty unless it is either very hot or I'm pedaling as hard as I possibly can so the gortex shell works fine over my work jeans. My torso does get sweaty and what I've found works best is a jacket with plenty of vents. Idealy you want one with a vent flap on the back and armpit vents that can be zipped open/closed as needed. Adjust the pit vents so they give airflow without being a rain scoop, your arms block most of the rain. You'll still be a bit sweaty but not horibly so. I just wear my work pants under the rain shell and a lightweight base layer shirt under the jacket. When I get to work I strip off the rain pants and jacket, change my shirt and I'm good to go. my pants actualy alow for puting it on over shooes but I need to change into my safety boots anyway, I dont ride in those heavy clodhoppers unless I have no choice. For non work commutes the pants dont look overly out of place so no reason to strip them off while your in the store/pub/diner. The jacket likewise is not out of place the times of the year that its rainy, take it on or off as apropreate. That said rainy season here is late october to mid april or so. Probably a 70% chance of hiting rain any given day during that time period and from december to febuary its going to be cold rain. Even if its not rainy in the morning at minimum the gear's stuffed in my bag because the after work trip might be. Usualy its cold enough to just use the gear as a windbreaker even if its not raining though.

[@NMalteC]

STILL not wearing a helmet? Are you for real?

[@cosmicdot.]

Helmets are a scam

[@1stinlastout165]

Being a MTB rider I love being out in the mud and rain,I wear fast drying sportswear, the only issue I have is cleaning the bike after !

[@andrejka_talking_out_loud]

Perhaps this suggestion is overkill: there are portable camping showers that people use to clean off gear; have a folding pail and enough water and maybe you can rinse the bike?

[@tedheinrich]

How come this guy never wears a helmet? Not cool man. People watch this. Normalizing bad behavior.

[@NaeMuckle]

I get average 139 days of rain where I live. It makes going on your bike difficult.

[@KisniCovek]

--I don't ride out in wind that's strong enough to push me around, or when rain is intense enough that visibility feels too low. That said, I've rode to work in relatively heavy rain many times over the years. I've found the following to work just fine: Leather shoes, jeans, polyester/cotton jacket with a hood, cap, tuck in your shirt, wear trouser clips. -Dry, leather shoes for rain that aren't very open at the top. Openings at the top would let water in on foot, as well as cycling. I'd avoid synthetic shoes because your feet won't breathe in them. If you can't find footwear that's reliable enough for this, bring dry socks and keep a pair of shoes at work. -Jeans. I did not have a coat guard, chain guard or proper fenders at the time, so they'd get a bit dirty sometimes. Avoid driving through ponds if this is you, you'll get the insides of your legs covered in water and dirt. I like jeans for this role because they don't soak up much water, and dirt falls off easy when it dries. I'd be dry in 30min or so at work. They're also breathable and hard to tear, so they're good bike wear for safety reasons. But do get proper fenders, a coat guard and a chain guard. These will make a world of difference. -A jacket made of polyester and cotton, longer than the waist line. Mine is 65% polyester. Breathable and keeps my shoulders completely dry. I have a hood, but hoods tend to interfere with visibility and hearing. Make sure to consider this when picking a jacket. -Wear a cap. The bill of the cap will stop rain from getting in your eyes, and it will stop your hood from sliding down over your eyes. -Tuck your shirt into your pants. This is important whenever there's any kind of cold weather. It makes a world of difference in keeping our bodies at a comfortable heat during riding in wind and/or rain. -You should already be wearing cycling trouser clips to stop your pants from catching on the bike. During rainy weather, they stop water from splashing up your pant legs. --Remember to be well lit, even during day time, ride slower, and give yourself more time to steer and break than usual. Have fun and travel safe. 🚲 🚲 🚲

[@cathiehealey4608]

I live in a temperate rain forest and commute on my bike. I just wear a proper rain jacket with vents, and a layer of wool (usually smart wool) under my clothes (wool leggings are amazing!) so if my legs get a bit wet, I'm not chilled.

[@JohnnyB43]

It´s a tough one. But for me when I used to cycle at work I would just always have a shirt at work to change into. . So often you can either just miss/escape a heavy shower, or in contrast unexpectedly get badly caught in a sudden downpour, that planning ahead sometimes is counterproductive / just a waste of time. . If the weather is really that bad, cycling is probably more dangerous anyway [more traffic, poorer visibility for cyclists and drivers, much worse stopping distances, slippery road surfaces etc.] so it is best to find alternative transport if you can. Especially if it is raining and windy - and now you are wearing the equivalent of a sail as clothing! . Otherwise, just have a light rain jacket handy, and accept the fact that your head and upper thighs will get wet, but usually the rest of you will keep dry and you won´t overheat. . cheers! JB

[@juliust.5650]

I live in Florida... I keep 1 or 2 disposable ponchos in my backpack always. They suck, but they will cover you and your backpack and can tuck under your butt and go over the seat. Fenders are important, nothing like showing up somewhere with a giant skidmark, but an emergency crap poncho can protect you from that. Emergency ponchos are only meant to use when you get caught out in the rain and weren't prepared to go out int it. A decent poncho like what you ended up with is much better and can also be carried for when you get caught out in the rain, and would go farther towards actually going out in the rain intentionally. In the end, a suit bottom that you can wear over pants with a bike purpose poncho top would be a good way to go... Specially if you wear a backpack. Generally, it's about getting through the rain, and not being in it. If you're looking to purposefully be in the rain, then you don't wear a backpack, you wear a highly repellent suit and slickers, and understand that the repellent will only last so long and you'll need to refresh/reapply it. Or, like others have said, just get wet and enjoy it. For me, it's about getting to work. I wear a backpack to go to work so I can carry all I might need. As far as "changing" clothes, I'd hardly consider pulling rain pants off from over my regular pants an awkward ordeal. I might be awkward, but it's not like I'm getting undressed. Mostly... You just accept that you will get wet and cope with it the best you can be prepared to cope with it. If you are looking to be dry and çomfortable in the rain.... well... Ride in an enclosed vehicle.

[@vertebral]

Could you tell me what's the Gortex jacket you wore at 1:45? looks really nice

[@kentfrederickireland]

When I lived on Vancouver Island I found my Gore Tex rain jacket plus rain pants with the under arm vents and side vents on the pants open was the best for me. Stayed properly dry but enough ventilation to stop the sweat getting unmanageable and I'm a pretty sweaty person normally. Also briefly used the one use only style rain suits for really bad days before I had the proper stuff, they lasted about two to three rides before the holes got too big.

[@jensastrup1940]

Thanks for the Vaude poncho tip--I'll check that out. It might be just the thing for short trips in not too heavy rain. However, here in Denmark the rain often comes with a lot of wind (no to mention water splashes from cars driving through puddles) so for that we still need something to fully cover our legs. Normally, my wife and I are using Haglöfs L.I.M. pants that have a full-length zipper so that you can take them on and off without having to take your shoes off. Combined with a Haglögs L.I.M. jacket, you have a very lightweight package that doesn't take up much space in your backpack or cycling bags. But yes, on longer commutes you will get sweaty ...

[@sergarlantyrell7847]

Overshoes are a must, even with long mudguards, your feet still get wet from the spray & shoes take ages to dry out.

[@wizbeze]

How come all the KZbin videos that talks about raiding in the rain they don’t talk about eyes wear, man glasses don’t work they are foggy even if you get get fog proof glasses they fill with water making it hard to see the road , and if you don’t wear any glasses even worse the rain gets in your eyes so you can’t see nothing . It is like washing your face with your eyes opened they dry up . Any suggestion rain glass that work with mask without fogging when you breathe in the mask And stay clear

[@TheFeldhamster]

1. Wear a baseball cap under your helmet. The shield protects your face and glasses. 2. If you're wearing a mask, make sure your mask is fitted well to your nose and face. You can "fog proof" your glasses somewhat but if your mask doesn't fit at least reasonably well, it's not going to work. Mostly, the top of the nose clip has a too sharp angle, bend that more round from the inside, then put on and fit the rest to your face. Final shape of the top end of the mask should look kinda like the bell curve. 3. There are fog proofing sprays for swimming goggles that you can try. DIY alternative: wash and clean your glasses, then, when still wet apply 1 drop of highly diluted liquid soap. Swirl soap solution all over the glasses (don't rub, just swirl it). Shake solution off (don't wipe!), let glasses dry. Repeat after a couple days. Trick from the swimming community.

[@ajc60803]

I'm going to be starting bike commuting next month and we tend to have rainy Springs in my neck of the woods. Thanks for a very informative video. Also, your "I look like a used condom" quip with the poncho definitely had me laughing out loud. :~)

[@telocity]

Well my Dad told me that in Holland in his youth, he would wear wool pants, socks and rain jacket. Wool keeps you warm even wet and dries out quickly.

[@drknmnn]

Three words: Embrace the rain!

[@LairdDavidson]

When I lived in the tropics that's what I did but here in the frozen North I'm not hardy enough to arrive at work soaked and chilled to the bone

[@peter1062]

If you google "dutch cycling in the rain", you'll find that many of us use an umbrella.

[@robertschriek1353]

Get your good jacket and rainpants, theyre not weird :-) and slow down so you dont sweat, thats some advise from Amsterdam :-)

[@sapinta]

Ponchos are also the best for commuting with a folding bike, they keep you AND the bike mostly dry (better use gaiters too). When you have to fold the bike and carry it with you on the bus or a train, it makes a lot of difference: you can quickly remove your poncho and fold it away, then put your folded bike between your leg and not be a nuisance for anyone.

[@carstarsarstenstesenn]

"I look like a used condom" is underrated gold lol

[@emma70707]

Here in Seattle my kit is: - thin long sleeve running quarter zip (sunny days, for SPF) - thin waterproof bike jacket with pit zips - thick neoprene water resistant bike jacket (it's very rarely rainy and cold here, but it usually survives a downpour too since it's from Gore) - waterproof chaps I imported from the Netherlands (cover thighs and knees; keep these in my bag for light/surprise rains) - full zip rain pants and a bag for them - waterproof shoes I can easily wear work attire (jean, sometimes flannel lined when it gets cold enough, plus a top underneath. It takes 30 seconds to pull off bike outer gear when I get to work or outings. I tried the hood thing but it felt dangerous and was a complete fail if you wear a backpack and/or use an ebike, imo. The chaps are amazing and easy to whip off even if I'm running late though they do look silly; they're three snaps (hip and each thigh) plus Velcro on each knee). Good, comfortable gear is well worth the investment if you bike daily.

[@marceleste637]

Saludos del la ciudad de los charcos , la CDMX

[@timmynoya]

Rain. Other biker: “Nope, another day...” Shifter: “Perfect!”

[@IOPA3M]

Get yourself a pair of heals-boots covers from Vaude as well. I have figured out that these are getting wet the most during the cycling. Poncho + these are keeping you dry, but just from outside

[@rastislavstanik]

I´ve got a dutch army goretex jacket from amazon for around 70 USD and it works great

[@Goldsteinphoto]

I wore a thin Goretex jacket and thin Gotetex pants over my normal clothes. I also have a Goretex helmet cover. I can't see how a poncho will keep your legs dry. If it is so hot that I'd sweat under the Goretex I'd just ride naked and towel off at destination. Saves time showering.

[@poisonedcheeseproductions]

i live in new orleans and it rains ALOT, it also floods ALOT. Due to the flooding and heavy rain, alot of water tends to come at you from underneath while cycling, so I have wound up at the point of saying "fuckit" and just cycling in the rain with a backup pair of clothes + towel in my backpack. Thankfully because we live in a rainy city, you aren't looked at too weird for biking up somewhere, stripping down to hit yourself wit dat towel, then throwing on some dry ones kept safe in a waterproof bag. I will say on the other hand that the 1 or 2 other people I keep seeing who bike in new orleans rain with some sort of weather gear tend to wear ponchos, but most cyclists down here are straight up biking in regular clothes with a backpack (which presumably has dry clothes in it... DONT FORGET TO BRING SOCKS AND SHOES!) EDIT: Some people down here use something called ass-savers but they don't really work imo

[@johanwittens7712]

2:20 Rain pants don't necessarily make you hot really. I've got paper thin ones that are perfectly waterproof but allow air and wind through. Never felt hot in them. In cold summer showers or thunderstorms they can actually feel cold if I'm wearing shorts underneath. Also, taking them on and off is a minor issue. If you go to a grocery store, or make some other short 15-20min stop, just keep them on? Why bother taking them off? Do you take your jacket off in a store if it's raining outside? No. Do the same with rain pants... Just keep em on and only take en off if you've arrived and are staying a while. And in summer if it's really hot, why bother with rain protection at all besides a rain jacket? Your shorts are literally dry in half an hour once you're out of the rain... I live in rainy Belgium, and even then rain is rarely an issue. Also, to quote the Dutch: "you're not made of sugar, a little rain won't melt you..." 3:00 Big no to capes or poncho's!! If rain pants annoy you, you will absolutely hate poncho's. They turn you into a sailboat on windy days, slowing you to a crawl in a headwind. They rarely breathe well so you'll be sweaty underneath on warm rainy days. Also if it's really pouring rain, the spray from your wheels, from puddles, and so on will still splash up underneath the poncho and make your pants wet anyway. And lastly loose poncho's form a nice little pond between your legs that fills with rainwater until you stop at a light or reach your destination, and then as you put a leg down that little pond splashes down on your leg and foot completely drenching them. No, poncho's are the worst in a rainy climate! Rain pants and rain jacket, both thin and waterproof are the best imo. I use them every winter and summer... Even on my mountainbike with no fenders, I'm dry as can be even in a downpour.

[@DaveBasener1]

@Johan Wittens Hi, Johan. Do you have any brand suggestions? I have a 15-year-old hooded rain jacket from L.L.Bean in the States that was breathable and waterproof. It has underarm zippered openings and a zippered pocket on each side that was mesh inside, and so worked as a vent as well. The waterproofing stopped working years ago; it is water-resistant now, but only for about 15 minutes.

[@johanwittens7712]

@@DaveBasener1 not really no. I just buy what's available in my local bike store. They usually only carry decent brands, at least here where I live in Belgium. I currently use one from the "Ayacucho" brand and it has served me well for over 6 years now. Just be sure to not wash it with detergent in a washing machine unless absolutely necessary. And then after washing you can re-waterproof them with a liquid you can buy in most adventuring stores like for example AS adventure. Kind of like you would have to do with a adventuring/hiking jacket after you washed it too many times. Those waterproofing liquids work pretty well. But honestly, even here in rainy Belgium, I have to use my bike pants so little, maybe four, five times a year, that I have only washed them once. And they're still perfectly waterproof...

[@r9ckless]

you kinda inspired me to commute to my work using a bike, and after trying it for 3 weeks, it really brighten up my day. The commute does not feel like comute but a way to see the city itself. And the workout part is just a bonus. Thanks ^_^

[@JoaoSantos-np9ii]

I wear a rain suit, pants and jacket, better is impossible. And a motorcycle helmet... Don't understand why people insiste on being so uncomfortable riding a bike on rainy day's

[@jfmezei]

For a wind breaker such as Gore Tex jacket, you want to have underarm zippers which allow ventilation of heat producuction areas of your chest. The giant puncho has soe danger of transforming you into a parachute in a thunderstorm with strong winds. your video also did not differentiuate between cycling in +4° rain vs a summer rain when it is +30 outside as this makes a big difference. In summer, it is almost better to just go lycra and change into dry clothes when you arrive.

[@MaximRecoil]

I'd be more concerned about my bike in the rain than what to wear. Despite marketing claims, there's no such thing as "waterproof" grease, and there's no such thing as truly "sealed" bearings. If they were really sealed, the races couldn't rotate. For example, take a cartridge bearing (cartridge bearings are commonly referred to as sealed bearings) and truly seal it up by coating the seams around the "seals" with e.g., J-B Weld, and then see how well it works as a bearing. Grease can resist water for a while but eventually enough of it will wash away and then damage to your bearings/races will drastically accelerate.

[@cuchanu]

I'm not an expert by any means but I am born and raised in Seattle so anyone that spends any time outdoors during the winter has to learn how to deal with the rain. And the best jackets in my opinion for hiking or biking are hybrid jackets. If you get a pure Gore-Tex jacket you will get just as wet on the inside as you do on the outside if you are working up a sweat. I suppose if you have a powerful electric bike you can regulate that a little bit more. But a jacket that is waterproof in the shoulders and in the front and water resistant but highly breathable in the sides and the back is the key. Plus zippers to vent. Same thing with pants. If you are hiking I don't even bother with waterproof pants, I just bring nylon pants because they are quick drying. But for biking you will get a lot wetter, so pants that are waterproof in the front and breathable in the back are handy. They are also unfortunately very hard to find.

[@Square-Watermelon]

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[@ridetillidie8090]

For the best rain gear you have to step away from the bicycling shops/online and go to HUK FISHING RAIN GEAR! I purchased a Huk "Gunwale" Jacket and Pants set and a set of waterproof overshoes by USHTH (they really are!). When they arrived, the very next day we have a torrential downpour! So I put the whole set on and walked out into the torrent of rain and down to the end of my driveway where there was a foot-deep river running down the street! Quick specs: Windproof, 100% nylon shell with DWR finish, taped & sealed seams, 10K/15K waterproof/breathability rating, moisture-wicking inner layer, adjustable hood, zipper pockets, underarm ventilation and packable! So in I went! (great video) I remained dry throughout. The hood on the jacket is large enough to wear while using a helmet, closes with velcro and tough strings; has ventilation under the arms you can open (I did and it works!) to keep you a bit cooler. You do get semi-hot in this as it is waterproof but it didn't make me sweat on the 14 mile ride I took later in a less-torrential rain. The pants fit nicely (I'm old and fat and I got "Large" size) if not a little snug (because I'm fat) but are long enough to go over the top of any shoes you'll be wearing or, in my case, my waterproof rain boots, into which my size 11 riding shoes (not clip shoes) fit perfectly! I chose to wear my pants over the boots but the boots have a mid-calf upper so you could tuck the Huks inside. Huk costs a bit more than your standard cheap Amazon gear, but believe me, it's worth it!!

[@seanlynch8339]

The gore-tex jacket you used is one of the best, for hiking and backpacking. I'd recommend a different brand that is of similar quality for biking in the rain. The Outdoor Research Foray Jacket. The current model is the Foray II. There is one feature that makes it better for riding than most of it's competitors, OR calls it "TorsoFlow Venting". It's more than just a gimmick. Most quality Gore-Tex jackets have pit-zips to let you ventilate a little better by opening up a seam under your armpits and upper arms. The OR Foray jacket has 2-way zipper pit zips that go down the side of the jacket all the way to the hem. You can open from the top (under your arms) to any length along the side of your torso. Or, you can open up from the bottom hem on the side of your jacket all the way up under your arms. This is just like the 2-way zippers on the front of may hiking jackets but, instead, an each side! Opening up both of these makes the jacket work more like a poncho! I've ridden with my Foray for about 5 years and have found it works very well and still allows a good amount of ventilation.

[@hughgolo8660]

Randomly came across this video, so here’s my two cents based on commuting by bike in Scotland. 1. Mudguards (or fenders?) You can’t just say “oh btw mudguards” while discussing clothing as water flying up your arse and into your face obviously change the situation. IMO these are simply essential. Choosing clothing with/without mudguards is a bit like dressing for a car without a roof. Not even comparable. 2. Water resistant vs. Waterproof. Unless you’re in a monsoon (or on a bike without mudguards you pillock), water-resistant is usually good enough while remaining more BREATHABLE. Water resistant ventilated jacket FTW. 3. Water-resistant trousers FTW. Get yourself a pair of these. Without mudguards the water will inevitably penetrate but with em, they’re great. Usually black and can pass for ordinary trousers. Usually have Velcro tabs at the ankles. Stays breathable, doesn’t cling to your legs. Switch em for ordinary breeks at the office. 4. The one major flaw with the jacket-trousers combo? Water at your ankles soaking your socks and shoes. The comfy solution is gaiters. Same things hill walkers use. You can use overshoes but they have to be long enough to cover the bottom of your trousers. Most of the time gaiters do the job. Get ones that cover the bottom of your trousers and also the tops of your shoes. They should have drawstrings to keep them tight and not interfere with the chain. Poncho sounds like a great idea at low speeds with little wind, but battling the wind is a typical experience when bike commuting in Scotland and adding all that “sail area” would be a terrible idea IMO. Probably depends on your environment.

[@RiversRun597]

OMG you crack me up! Don't want to arrive somewhere and take pants off that would be weird, looks like a used condom, etc 😅🤣 We've been binge-watching your videos for info but also just for entertainment. I've realised I should not watch them while trying to eat as I'm inclined to choke. Keep the vids coming!

[@myscreen2urs]

The hardest rains to prepare for are the summer rains. It's hard to stay dry and cool at the same time. I'm winter, I always have 2 jackets on because I just know that the water proofing always fails. Even the goretex. And as for keeping your feet dry, those silicon/rubber show covers will work a whole lot better than any of the cycling shoe covers it there. I've tried them all but they just turn off to be a disappointing waste of money.

[@pedroclaro7822]

Vaude is awesome! They make perfect panniers better than ortlieb imho. Their Aqua are the go-to, but I honestly prefer the Karakorum pro, even for expedition touring. Ponchos Decathlon makes the best. Not great for windy days, but in that kind of weather I just either cycle in thing cycling clothes, or stay in my hammock all day LOL

[@bearcubdaycare]

Yeah, fenders. Water comes from below, not just above. Yeah, sweating. If it's not breathable, you'll be soaked whether it rains or not. Maybe don't overthink, and bring dry clothes. Or, do what drivers do walking from their cars, and just get wet (typically, I've noticed).

[@gidikalchhauser]

Good rain pants have a zipper along each leg, all the way from top to bottom, so you can easily take them off without removing your shoes. That's what I use, and I'd definitely recommend them. Also: Good on you for trying to pronounce VauDe as a French word - but it's actually a German brand; the name are the German provisions of the letters "v" and "d". In English it'd sounds something like "fow-day"

[@randomescu]

For me, its simple. If its raining when i go to work, no way i go on bike! But if its raining without meteo warning when i came back to home, ill dress as good as i can so i wont be cold. I dont care if ill be wet from perspiration, i take a shower anyway after bike commuting. I bought a 2 pieces fisherman suit, absolutely waterproof. My bike is a Scott eRide so i wont do alot of effort and it wont be very messy.

[@polsovsky]

I have small bag in my backpack that contains Mountain Hardwear ultra thin Goretex jacket, Mountain Hardware Rain pants, Rei Goretex mittens (slide over riding gloves) and shoes are usually not a problem. (if folded properly, it all becomes super small) Any shoes resist rain unless total downpour. I only take it with me on days when it looks very dark or rain forecasted. I use Full cover Bell "Vespa type of helmet" (I ride dual motor scooter) so I tight rain jacket underneath. Never had an issue. I also use commuter train so I have plenty of time to put all of that on before I get off, if weather suddenly changes. It's only my face that gets wet...

[@jr5389]

😂…🚴Wear 🩳 + T-Shirt 👕 😂 …..Take a Change of Clothes 👕🩳🧦 That’s what I do 🚵 in Sunny ☀️ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😎

[@DuncanWilcock]

I live in North Vancouver & ride all winter, here are my rain tips: Ebike changes the game, no longer sweaty underneath. Waterproof rain pants. Waterproof jacket. Half height rubber boots. Warm & waterproof gloves. Waterproof toque under regular helmet, or better just have a winter helmet = ski helmet. Ski googles with a clear lens for heavy weather. Clear lens is critical. As are googles. Glasses don’t work once it really starts raining. I went with MEC for the pants and reflect360 for fully visible jacket.

[@tearlach61]

Commuter cyclist in Juneau Alaska where rainy commutes are common. On rainy days, I wear ExtraTuff rubber boots (signature footwear in Southeast Alaska), with light HellyHansen rain pants. Fancy fabrics are expensive and I find wear out fairly quickly when you are riding. Sweating on the lower half isn’t really a factor for me for distances under 10 miles. For my upper half I skip any kind of shell. Reason: sweat. I have to breath above all things. Any kind of shell and I am soaked from underneath. So I go for a double layer of either, fleece, fleece, or fleec wool or wool fleece. The outer layer is sacrificial. In a light to medium rain, it doesn’t really soak through to my inner layer and I don’t feel wet from my own sweat. I hang that up at work and it’s usually dry for the commute home. Sometimes if raining heavily, I’ll just toss another shirt into my bag.

[@Englishkin]

...An "army" poncho (or, "cape" -- reminiscent of a riding cape for horseback). It would be loose and roomy. You should be able to drape it over the handlebars which can keep your legs dryer and, keep the wind from blowing it off your legs -- the poncho (if long) would be more blocked by the handle bars when blown by wind from the front while riding. Also, an army poncho would be sat on -- just like a dress -- which would separate you from your wet bike seat (when mounting a bike that's been parked in the rain). The poncho you chose does look ideal.

[@darrylashton8428]

Riding a bike.... very overrated. I tried again after 35 years. 5ft 7 tall. The bike I tried to ride had 26 inch wheels. Maybe I should try 24inch wheels? Has anyone got any advice? Then I may try cycling again. Thank you.