Riding in the Rain

AndyCr15

AndyCr15

AndyCr15

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With the weather how it's been this last week, I'm wondering what tips or comments you guys have about riding in the rain?

What's the good equipment? Anything to avoid? Do you just not do it?
 
Thanks, some good stuff.

SoliD said:
Mudguards
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Stupidly, when I bought the bike and they asked, I said 'nah'...

Any recommended type or make... or am I overthinking it, just buy some cheapy ones?

zophiel said:
be careful on metal grates and paint.
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Yeah, I've learnt this from riding a motorbike in the rain :)

resurgam said:
From a jacket point of view, it depends what you want to spend, and how far you're riding. I have a pretty cheap Pearl Izumi top that packs down small for a jersey pocket, which is adequate for the riding I do
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I'm only generally riding 10 to 30 miles. I also worry that a XXL wouldn't be big enough and this seems to be the limit on Pearl Izumi I've just been looking at. Any other good brands to look for?

**EDIT** I wasn't thinking to spend this much, but I like the Castelli items I have so far, so I wonder about this in 3XL. They have it in stock here, but their sizing guide says 3XL is still only about 45" chest...
 
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Aaargh, I wish I was a normal size. XXL is 36-38" waist or a 44" chest... How is that Extra extra large!?!? :(

With this in mind, who is a good site to order from, making their returns process easy if something doesn't fit?
 
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