I’ve been riding in cold and light snow all winter. Scooter functions fine and I am up to the task down to about 15 degrees. But I have just not wanted to go out in the rain—until today. The temperature was in the forties and the sky was a dark grey with intermittent rain. Mid afternoon the sun broke through and the world had that wet gold glow. I got on the scooter and was off.
Two miles down the road the sky grew dark and the rain started. I got wet but it was fine. If I was going to ride for long periods in the rain I would have to dress differently but for the 10 miles today my riding jacket and jeans were fine.
Made this photograph right after the first rain stopped and the next began. I will be using my foul weather gear from sailing next time.
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Hey Steve,
it might be worth getting some purpose designed wet weather biking gear. I used to commute with barely adequate water proof gear and it made riding in the rain a miserable experience. This year I have good quality waterproofs and textile bike gear and it’s made a huge difference. I can ride in massive downpours smug and dry inside my shell, which means I’m happy and if I’m happy I’m riding better.
Your sailing gear may well be properly waterproof but I’d be suprised if it has the safety features of bike gear – armour, padding, anti-abrasion materials and reflective stipes etc. Just something to consider, if the sailing gear’s good, then don’t let my advice worry you.
Have fun 😀
D,
I’ve considered some new gear but haven’t really wanted to spend the money, and until the other day wasn’t even interested in the rain. One rainy ride though convinced me that it was not so bad.
The sailing gear is bright yellow and big. I could wear it over my armored riding jacket so I’m not so worried about protection. Next time it rains I will give it a whirl. If it doesn’t work so well I will buy something designed for riding. You have any suggestions for makes or styles of gear?
The remaining question for me is how to keep the visor clear? It kept fogging up in a way it never does when it is cold.
Thanks for the advice.
Hello Steve,
I have never seen electric lines used to good effect in a photograph before. Many of my landscapes were compromised by the presence of these nuisance vectors.
Nice job…
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I’d love to suggest some makes and types of gear having invested many hours of research but sadly I’m the other side of the atlantic. Gary will know the good stuff to get.