Riding in rain

[mimitabby]

Surprise, here in Seattle we often ride in the rain!
we wear raincoats, booties, even head gear .. The stronger riders find that rainpants don't do them much good because they get just as wet from sweat inside them but for me they are a godsend because they keep me warm.

In rain, slow down. Make sure you glow (bright yellow) do everything you can dresswise to be seen.

and believe it or not, many of our club rides say "Rain cancels"
(this doesn't include major rides like chilly hilly, Seattle to Portland, etc)

[betagirl]

Everyone has given good tips. My biggest things are the rear fender (I have this one: http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=6700

And shoe covers. I HATE wet feet. If you're riding in the rain to commute somewhere, I recommend bringing a change of socks for the ride back. Another trick I like is using ziploc bags to keep things dry. The sandwich size fit nicely in your back pocket.