Temporary Rain Suits

[rob-mg]

If your approach to rain is that you just need enough time to get out of it, what's your solution?

I'm coming at the question as a guy who wears a leather jacket and trousers, and leather boots, who isn't in a hurry, and who would prefer that my leather clothing didn't get soaked.

What's the latest/greatest for temporary shelter from the deluge until one gets to the nearest hotel/restaurant/coffee shop?

I'm looking for something that I can pack on the bike, don quickly, and that will keep me reasonably dry, or at least spare my leather clothing, for maybe 25 miles/40km.

[Moto]

Frogg Toggs, motorcycle version. About $100.
Or stand under an overpass.

[Triple Jim]

I sprayed my leather jacket and Kevlar reinforced riding jeans with water repellent.  I haven't been caught in the rain much since then, but for the few short rains I've ridden through, it seemed to keep the gear from getting wet.

[Yukonica]

Work wear: an oversized set of full bibs (no water in the crotch) and a jacket with a double flap over the zipper.
You are now waterproof from the front and bottom.:)
In Canada it is sold as Dakota rainwear... through a work wearhouse franchise.
The material is light nylon coated with polyurethane. Not breathable at all. Entirely waterproof at whatever speed you are comfortable. Ugly... really ugly. Cost about the same as Frogg.
But you won't go wrong with the Toggs either.

[JeffOlson]

I have a couple of light-weight, two-piece rain suits. They are small enough to possibly pack under a seat. One is from REI, the other is from Corazzo. I prefer the Corazzo suit because it is a bit heavier.

My boots are always water-proof Zamberlan or Danner, and I don't worry about my gloves, though I do use water-proof ones when it looks like rain. (Again, one pair from REI, the other from Corazzo.)

[canuguzzi]

Just buy waterproof leathers, stuff is made. Costs but then the good stuff is waterproof. Bought some Huggers deerskin gloves, all leather and waterproof.

[rob-mg]

Just buy waterproof leathers, stuff is made. Costs but then the good stuff is waterproof. Bought some Huggers deerskin gloves, all leather and waterproof.

Thanks, Vanson made my jacket and trousers to fit, I'm very happy with both, and have no intention of replacing either. Boots are Vendramini and gloves are Held, which I also have no intention of replacing.

Interestingly, I've been in a few downpours with this gear, which came out of it none the worse for wear, but as said in my original post, I'm interested in knowing the latest/greatest in temporary rain protection that can be stowed on my new bike.

[Yukonica]

Thanks, Vanson made my jacket and trousers to fit, I'm very happy with both and have no intention of replacing either. Boots are Vendramini, which I also have no intention of replacing.

Interestingly, I've been in a few downpours with this gear, which came out of it none the worse for wear, but as said in my original post, I'm interested in knowing the latest/greatest in temporary rain protection that can be stowed on my new bike.

Nice choice of gear.
I have a set of Held leathers. They are good in rain for about 30 minutes before it starts soaking through the seams. Takes two days to dry.
In light of the quality of kit you own: Aerostitch R3 Light would fit in that line-up nicely.

[Arizona Wayne]

For starters, it depends if you have frontal protection b4 it rains  If you don't Frog Toggs are next to worthless.  Either way 1 or 2 piece vinyl/fabric rain suit will last longer.  I count on textile fabric  coverage with  or w/o a rain liner underneath when needed.  Leather is best for actual abrasion impact, but it is sooo heavy and doesn't breathe enough when it's HOT. 

[rob-mg]

Aerostitch R3 Light would fit in that line-up nicely.

Thanks, I think I'm just looking for the latest and greatest that could be worn over my existing gear in an unexpected rain and keep my gear and me more or less dry for about 30 minutes until I came across a cafe, hipster or otherwise, that offered temporary refuge and a decent double espresso :)

[rob-mg]

Leather ... doesn't breathe enough when it's HOT. 

An observation that of course has nothing to do with the fact that your screen name is Arizona Wayne :)

[Arizona Wayne]

An observation that of course has nothing to do with the fact that your screen name is Arizona Wayne :)

I have a perforated leather jacket that's only good up to 95F.   Don't tell me I don't know what I'm talking about, unless you only ride in cold climates.  I ride in all climates and wear clothing accordingly. 

[jacksonracingcomau]

Thanks, I think I'm just looking for the latest and greatest that could be worn over my existing gear in an unexpected rain and keep my gear and me more or less dry for about 30 minutes until I came across a cafe, hipster or otherwise, that offered temporary refuge and a decent double espresso :)

Hey Rob
I made exactly that after 40 years of needing it and trying all the brand names. I did post about it prob 2 years ago, no takers from States yet, check my website, www.jacksonracing.c om.au.
quick link to vid from first ones here http://www.jacksonracing.com.au/videos/Won-Z%20-Large%20/Won-Z%20-Large%20-desktop.m4v

Interesting part, in the 2 years since, we (missus & I) have done 20K odd miles here in Aus & around Europe, suits always with us.
Been worn against cold far more than just rain, worked out a long time ago, quicker to put suit over jacket than it is to remove helmet, jacket etc to put jumper on, don't even carry a heavy jumper anymore.
Don't often stop at cafe in heavy downpour either. Often isn't one where we go.
Bit of a gamechanger for me, could be what you need.
Any 2 piece WILL leak at join given heavy enough rain

[kingoffleece]

That looks like a really well thought out suit.  Well done.

[oldbike54]

 Surprised no one has mentioned trash bags and duct tape  Come on  , don't tell me you've never done it 

  Dusty

[tris]

Some a pair/one BLH Bering Eco Light Rain Suit -http://getgearedforbikers.blogspot.co.uk/2012/10/ride-best-buy-rain-suit.html

Its a bit "boil in the bag" so you might get wet from your own sweat but the rain wont get through!

[brlawson]

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-quick-seal-out-two-piece-rain-suit

I bought this suit last year and have used it may times. Easy to put on over existing gear. Made of breathable material so no sweating underneath. Packs very small and for just a bit more is superior to the Toggs. I have ridden in all day storms and it kept me dry.

[rocker59]

If your approach to rain is that you just need enough time to get out of it, what's your solution?

I'm coming at the question as a guy who wears a leather jacket and trousers, and leather boots, who isn't in a hurry, and who would prefer that my leather clothing didn't get soaked.

What's the latest/greatest for temporary shelter from the deluge until one gets to the nearest hotel/restaurant/coffee shop?

I'm looking for something that I can pack on the bike, don quickly, and that will keep me reasonably dry, or at least spare my leather clothing, for maybe 25 miles/40km.

Your leather can handle some rain.  If your plan is to duck into the nearest dry place when the first drops fall, then stopping to put on rain gear is just a waste of time.

That being said, I carried a Nelson-Rigg rain suit on my bike for years.  Used it occasionally.  Only when I was going to ride in the rain for long periods.

My leather Joe Rocket gear has been surprisingly water resistant, so if it's only a sprinkle, or if I know I'll be riding in the rain for a short time, I don't even bother stopping to put the rain gear on.

[Aaron D.]

My wife greased/oiled her leather pants, the ones she wore most are deerskin and she was reasonably all-weather.

[Dilliw]

Many a ride I've thought about pulling over to put on my Frogg Toggs just to decide to keep moving instead.   The No 1 line of defense is the EVT windshield and I have some rain mitts to go over my summer gloves.   Even my perf'd leather jacket will hold up fine in light rain.  Oh, and ditch the cotton for the moisture wicking stuff.

[charlie b]

Ditto.

Treat the leather with solution of choice (everyone has their favorite).  It will keep most of the water off long enough to get out of the rain.

I keep a set of Frogg Toggs on the bike for the longer times.  Mine did work well on a naked bike, but, it was only a 3hr rain.

[Aaron D.]

I had a friend that mentioned that cows seemed fine in the rain. It didn't take them so long to dry out.

On the long rides I've done in the last few years, I have gone with non-leather, especially going south or southwest. The waterproof part of my jacket is the liner, and I can wear the liner under other jackets to get waterproof, too. Next time I am not going to really hot climates I may just bring that liner for use under a leather jacket.

[ohiorider]

The thing that appeals to me about the design of the Jackson Racing suit are the full-length zippers that run down the sides of the legs.  I still drag along an old rain suit that works fine once on, but has only small zippers at the bottom of the legs.  It takes me forever to get this suit on, because my boots hang up inside the legs.  No fun sitting on a roadside guardrail in a rainstorm with a boot stuck midway in the rain suit leg.

[HDGoose]

Frogg Toggs, motorcycle version. About $100.
Or stand under an overpass.

Second on FroggToggs!

[charlie b]

I've never had to put on a rain suit in the rain.  I put it on before I get there.  If it is the kind of rain that 'sneaks up' on me it is short enough to just ride through it.

Yes, and now everyone can say how a frog strangler just hit them out of no where  :)

[pehayes]

Surprised no one has mentioned trash bags and duct tape  Come on  , don't tell me you've never done it 

  Dusty

My Brazilian tour clients at Bryce Canyon.



Patrick Hayes
Fremont CA

[Markcarovilli]

Patrick

that is great.........

Mark

[normzone]

Surprised no one has mentioned trash bags and duct tape  Come on  , don't tell me you've never done it 

  Dusty

Ah, [Dusty], you beat me to it. I went LA to San Francisco that way once.

When I got there my nickname was " Michelin Man ".

[Bruce Reader]

http://www.jacksonracing.com.au/WON-Z%20colfeatures.htm

I would get this.

Cheers

Bruce

[slopokes]

dry rider by neese--