Remaining waterproof

[anonymous-user]

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[Jimbo.]

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You'll soon be sweating like an ex-BBC presenter in that lot.

Skin is all the waterproof you need. Cold is the real enemy. Worry about keeping warm when wet, rather than staying dry (which doesn't happen, be it through sweat or rain).

I'd suggest:
Gore windproof overshoes
Defeet Woolie-Boolie socks
Normal bib tights, or for the real cold, windproof equivalents
Windstopper jacket/gilet
Windproof gloves.

PLUS

Some form of baselayer. Despite the marketing gumpf, merino stuff really does work.

...and if you can fit them, opt for some mudguards: they'll keep a lot of the water away from you to start with.

[Viperzs]

Waterproof wise I only have overshoes, gloves and a light waterproof jacket.

That should be all you need really. Windproof is probably more important to keep you warm.

[S10GTA]

It's impossible to stay dry. Staying warm is the key.

[Engineer1]

I'd say waterproof overshoes and sealskinz socks but I off Road and starting a ride with a shoe full of water is a great way to put a dampner on the whole ride.

[TwistingMyMelon]

All top advice so far, I only wear waterproofs in the heart of winter when sweating is less of an issue, this time of year you will get too hot!!

Mudflaps I find are best, they reduce all the crap and water getting in the components of the bike, meaning less maintenance and they also reduce the spray going on the rider. When the rain stops you dry quickly as you aren't getting soaked by all the standing water

I have seen a few guys in full on fishing type waterproof trousers on a bike!!

[MadDad]

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It's impossible to stay dry. Staying warm is the key.

Agreed, I am yet to find a waterproof that does not have the boil in the bag effect! The only time I really use my waterproof jacket(s) is when it is very cold and the cold rain lowers your body temp - then I would rather boil in the bag....

I use waterproof overshoes and that is about it, nothing worse than feeling the water slopping around on every pedal stroke.

Keep warm and you don't really notice the wet.

[Jonnny]

I'm thinking of giving my shorts/jersey/jacket a spray with this stuff..

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/interior/gtechniq-i1...

It's pretty ridiculous stuff, pour water onto it and it just beads straight off.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_8d9BqkTuQ

[Disco You]

Waterproof overshoes
Merino socks
3/4bibs
Waterproof jacket (Rapha, obviously)
Mudguards

Job done.

[Jimbo.]

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Claims to be getting it...then completely ignores everything. Standard.

[BPC7]

Jimbo. said:

anonymous said:

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Claims to be getting it...then completely ignores everything. Standard.

You surely didn't expect anything else from Dizeee did you, its all in the name I suppose lol

[TheLemming]

anonymous said:

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And which sale may that be pray tell?

[Disco You]

Jimbo. said:

anonymous said:

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Claims to be getting it...then completely ignores everything. Standard.

It had me scratching my head too. Who mentioned waterproof bibs?!

[TKF]

TheLemming said:

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And which sale may that be pray tell?

Don't bother. A £32 waterproof jacket will keep the rain out... and keep the sweat in.

You may as well wear a plastic bag. Get 'em free, they'll be 5p soon.

Lots of good ignored advice here. Again.

[AyBee]

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Aren't they known as legs? I'd rather have water running down my legs than being absorbed by the material covering my legs. I move from shorts to 3quarters for winter to keep the knees warm but apart from that, unless it's ridiculously cold, I won't be wearing my bibs

[BadgerBenji]

Just think how many threads there will be about how to remove all of the above listed clothing items

Nothing really to add, apart from layers and try to keep warm when wet.

[Vladimir]

You just need to keep feet and backside dry (and hands if possible). Anything more and the sweat is miserable.
Merino is your friend as its still fairly comfy when damp.

[AyBee]

BadgerBenji said:

Just think how many threads there will be about how to remove all of the above listed clothing items

Nothing really to add, apart from layers and try to keep warm when wet.

I shall point out now that wet clothes are infinitely more difficult to take off than dry ones