Dririder = wet rider today

[F5 Dave]

yeah I mean isn't the point of textile that you don't have to put wets on? You compromise proper protection of leather for convenience, but I've yet to see it on cheaper-med price sets.

I'll stick to leathers & pack the PVCs if it looks like getting particularly wet.

[Mo NZ]

Leathers. Jacket and pants treated with "Bone Dry" with an oilskin vest. Treated once a year keeps me mostly dry. My last new set is 7 yrs old and im looking for another 5 yrs. I ride about 12,000 k a year at present.

[steve_t]

Cordura and other synthetics are only waterproof when they are clean. If after 5 years of use, you've never used NikWax Tech Wash or something similar, the pores of the fabric will be clogged with dirt and the dirt will act as a wick for water to get through.

[swbarnett]

The best wet weather clothing I've ever had was Line-7 PVC jacket and over-trousers I bought in the '80s. Went looking for the same a few years ago when I got back in to riding and, needless to say, "they don't make 'em like they used to". After much searching I found PVC gear at the warehouse for $20 each. These were just as good at keeping water out (somewhat more cheeply made as you'd expect) and have lasted me 3-4 years. They've now started coming apart at the seams. Not bad - 3 years of dry use for $40 (the bike is my only transport). Went back for another set only to find, you guessed it, they don't sell them anymore. To cut a long story short I found Kaiwaka Clothing in, well, Kaiwaka that makes and sells basic PVC gear for tradespeople (among a much wider range of wet and cold weather clothing). Rode up there yesterday and picked up trou' and parker for $100.

[varminter]

I've got a waterproof jacket that I've worn for years. If I could reach the zip I'd take the fucker off!!

[Mom]

Concrete pills are a dime a dozen on the internet. Honestly. Anything/Everything will leak given poor application. Cheap PVC gear, that fits and covers will keep you dry for a while. As will really expensive gear.

I once bought some expensive (to me anyway) waterproof gear and got wet on the way home.

I really think this issue is more about being prepared. If it looks like rain, dress for the rain, in the best waterproof gear you can afford. You should stay dry

The only times I have got saturated was in gear that I knew would leak if "really" tested, or when simply caught out.

Oh, and once when I had a HUGE brain fart and bought gear that aparently did EVERYTHING. The only thing it really does well is provide ventilaton during the summer, total waste of time as "waterproof" or even "warm" as touted.

[Mom]

The best wet weather clothing I've ever had was Line-7 PVC jacket and over-trousers I bought in the '80s. Went looking for the same a few years ago when I got back in to riding and, needless to say, "they don't make 'em like they used to". After much searching I found PVC gear at the warehouse for $20 each. These were just as good at keeping water out (somewhat more cheeply made as you'd expect) and have lasted me 3-4 years. They've now started coming apart at the seams. Not bad - 3 years of dry use for $40 (the bike is my only transport). Went back for another set only to find, you guessed it, they don't sell them anymore. To cut a long story short I found Kaiwaka Clothing in, well, Kaiwaka that makes and sells basic PVC gear for tradespeople (among a much wider range of wet and cold weather clothing). Rode up there yesterday and picked up trou' and parker for $100.

You are showing your age love. Back when I started riding, having a Line 7 "zoot suit" was THE only thing to own. Stood me in great stead. Looked like a dork but hey!

[Mom]

yeah I mean isn't the point of textile that you don't have to put wets on? You compromise proper protection of leather for convenience, but I've yet to see it on cheaper-med price sets.

I'll stick to leathers & pack the PVCs if it looks like getting particularly wet.

Far out, I best start reading or I will be pinged for over posting in a thread

It really depends on your preference.

I find leather only, to be really cold except for high summer, and in really decent rain you get wet.

I am happliy old enough to not want to get cold on a bike.

Textiles for me (mostly) have proved to be a godsend. Never been wet, never been cold. Cant say that for the leather I have worn in the past.

Funnily enough I am about to purchase a pair of really nice fitted jeans of the leather variety. They will not offer anything like the protection of the armoured textile stuff I currently wear, but will certainly make my arse at least look visible, size no matter

[swbarnett]

You are showing your age love. Back when I started riding, having a Line 7 "zoot suit" was THE only thing to own. Stood me in great stead. Looked like a dork but hey!

Kinda like the L's angels ride up north. Felt like I was being stared at in a "that's a bit naff" kind of way when I put on the (yellow) PVC but by the end of that wet ride I got more the "that's not so naff afterall" kind of looks.

My first jacket was Line-7 PVC; no leather underneath, just the PVC (cordura hadn't been invented yet). My second one was denim for the hot summers.

[F5 Dave]

Far out, I best start reading or I will be pinged for over posting in a thread

It really depends on your preference.

I find leather only, to be really cold except for high summer, and in really decent rain you get wet.
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thats 'cause you're a chick. on winter rides I put polys underneath, maybe a merrino top, most of the year its just a T shirt & gruts. I've got real chunky leathers, but its just fine. Actually I'll confess that these days my road riding is on nice enough days, not howlers, but the missus swears by the electric vest. I've only really needed it on Brass monkey type trips down souf, but occasionally have taken it out mid winter. She'll wear it in all but height of summer.

[Jantar]

First real frost of the season here this morning. -4C on my commute to work, and was glad to have some nice warm leathers to wear and leave the cooler cordura hanging up at home. If it stays this cool I might just have to get out the winter weight gloves (leather) as well.

[fireball]

but i was the one laughing when everyone else had wet balls.

I hate it when my balls get wet.

My rain condom is great.... shame my boots and gloves leak

[swbarnett]

I hate it when my balls get wet.

My rain condom is great.... shame my boots and gloves leak

Rain-offs for the hands, over-boots for the feet.

[fireball]

Rain-offs for the hands, over-boots for the feet.

I put on some waterproofing stuff on my boots that I use on my tramping boots.... Now just have to wait to test them.

[_Shrek_]

spend a bit more & get Alpine Star, I just got a new set, the last set (now off road set) has done over 220k in the last 4 years & still does not leak