Waterproofs

**slofox** · 28th May 2010, 11:58

Had the misfortune to rip the arse out of my Rainbird leggings this morning - got the pocket caught as I walked into the garage and that was the end of that...I have had this set for over ten years (actually nearer twenty when I check) and they have done major service without ever a problem...(apart from me being dumb as above...)

So I went into Para to get replacements. Leggings were gonna cost me $55 but they didn't have the correct size. BUT. They had a complete set of top plus leggings for the same price, in the right size. So I replaced the whole shebang...

I like the Rainbird stuff - nylon (EDIT: polyester coated with PVC as it turns out), very light, compressible (very) and has never allowed me to get wet. Excellent buying for the set at that price.

So if ya want wets, check out Para...

**pete376403** · 28th May 2010, 22:09

Will have a look, the last el-cheapos bought from the Warehouse are useless (why am I surprised?) TSS have Oxford one-piece oversuits at $130 odd, or a marine shop had a nice bib front overtrou for $135 pp plus about $250 for jacket

**Milts** · 28th May 2010, 23:14

I'm actually looking at getting something along these lines in the next month.
I've had a look online and what I see are:
http://www.motorcyclegear.co.nz/shopexd.asp?id=1258
http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/product..._rainsuit.aspx
http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/product..._rainsuit.aspx

All within $5 of each other. I'm leaning towards the Oxford just because it folds away into it's own bag. Advice would be much appreciated... Living down here in Wellington I've been thinking about buying online, although I haven't actually tried the local bike shop yet, so I guess I'd better check there first.

**sinned** · 29th May 2010, 11:50

I decided against a one piece as others told me they were hard to get on and off and then to prove them wrong I tried a one piece on. I could see myself having to lie down on the road side to put them on or take off. I bought a two piece Revit and am very pleased with the set. Getting them on and off easily is very important. Also the overs need to be loose/large to fit over jacket boots etc and have velcro straps to take up any slack that would flap in the wind.

I bought a set of waterproofs from the Warehouse. If you are working on a farm they would be great - on a bike - forget it, I tossed mine out.

**firefighter** · 29th May 2010, 12:09

Originally Posted by Milts

http://www.motorcyclegear.co.nz/shopexd.asp?id=1258

I'd steer clear of them if I was you. Took me 2 1/2 months to get my money back after I purchased something online they did'nt have in stock anymore.

They would'nt answer the phone, ever. I tried ringing all hours at least 30 times. One number was'nt even in service FFS.

You think they even offered me a store credit?! Ever called me back?! I have pages of one-way emails to them if you want to see them. They are dodgy as fuck, the service is shit, and the exact product that was out of stock which i'd tried to buy, stayed on their FRONT PAGE of their website for over a month after they told me it was'nt in stock, with no intention of getting more. I know this because when I did get a reply I asked if there was more there since it was still on the front page, and they told me they were'nt getting any more.

If you like your money, DO'NT GO THERE!

**sinned** · 29th May 2010, 12:14

You live in Wellington. Why look online when there are 4 dealers with stuff in store to try on. Buying clothes online should never be your first option - most times it won't fit. Support your local shops and ask for a coffee.

**KoroJ** · 29th May 2010, 12:16

There was nothing wrong with the Warehouse 'Yellow Jacket' that I brought for one ride and retired (but still have) it 3 years later and the blue pants I got with it and blue jacket replacement are still going good and keeping me snug .....and I reckon I've ridden in some pretty crappy conditions.

The price was good at $18 for the pants and $28 for the new beaut blue jacket or $15 for the famous yellow jobby. Mind you, it helps riding a well screened and fared truck that keeps one out of the full blast and with enough luggage capacity to not have to worry about items folding down to nothing.

**slofox** · 29th May 2010, 12:34

Originally Posted by sinned

I decided against a one piece as others told me they were hard to get on and off and then to prove them wrong I tried a one piece on. I could see myself having to lie down on the road side to put them on or take off. I bought a two piece Revit and am very pleased with the set. Getting them on and off easily is very important. Also the overs need to be loose/large to fit over jacket boots etc and have velcro straps to take up any slack that would flap in the wind.

I bought a set of waterproofs from the Warehouse. If you are working on a farm they would be great - on a bike - forget it, I tossed mine out.

I favour the two piece as well - I don't have to struggle into it with leathers already aboard and I have the option of using only the leggings if there's a low chance of getting wet. The leather jacket is pretty waterproof in the odd shower but I hate having the boots fill up with water so will put the leggings on...

**vifferman** · 29th May 2010, 15:32

I dunno if you can still get them, but my Motoline overtrou are very good. (I don't wear them any more as I have some Spidi Gran Turismo trou now, which I can wear in all weathers - perfect for D'Auckland's changeable conditions).
I had a one-piece suit that I wore all of three times before selling it - it was the largest in stock, and only just fit over my leathers. Blardy hopeless - like being broiled every time there was even a glimmer of sunshine. Yes, it WAS 100% waterproof, but that meant it also kept 100% of the damp in too. Never again...

**Crim** · 29th May 2010, 17:13

Originally Posted by slofox

So I went into Para to get replacements. Leggings were gonna cost me $55 but they didn't have the correct size. BUT. They had a complete set of top plus leggings for the same price, in the right size. So I replaced the whole shebang...

I like the Rainbird stuff - nylon, very light, compressible (very) and has never allowed me to get wet. Excellent buying for the set at that price.

So if ya want wets, check out Para...

Thanks for the heads up - got a set today - thought I better get something a bit brighter than my Dri-rider - keeps me dry but weighs about 16 stone after a soaking and then causes a flood in the office when I take it off!
Rainbird on top - I reckon will be a lot lighter, a quick shake should stop most of the office flood and hopefully car drivers may see me now!

**paturoa** · 29th May 2010, 17:30

Definetly get a 2 piece. One peice suits are a pain.

**pete376403** · 29th May 2010, 22:38

The warehouse ones I was referring to are a lightweight jacket and trous that each fold up into a small zippered bag. Probably ok for light showers but I'm after something that will work next week in the south island - maybe snow proof will be more important than waterproof.

I've also got a set of warehouse yellow PVC wet gear that could stop anything but pretty bulky and they dont pack down much smaller than a 24can slab.

Supercheap has a set of mtorcycle riders wetgear - jacket, trous, glove covers and boot covers -$75. Saw these today while getting oil and filter for KLR