I wanted to love the rain poncho idea. They are popular in the UK and elsewhere. I used mine twice - the first time it did keep me dry in the rain but slowed my down by what seemed like half speed. So although dry, it took me forever.

The second time I used it to be a giant pumpkin (added some decorations) for a Halloween costume ride.

You get the idea!

On the plus side, it made me extremely visible in the rain with its bright orange color.