Quote Originally Posted by uk elephant
Why would rain or clouds keep you from going out? Just wear some rain gear and head out. Real weather just makes you feel that much more alive in my opinion. Now if it was 80 degrees and sunny, then I might be more reluctant to go out.
I don't mind getting caught out in the rain at all, it is a part of the fun. And yes, I have the wet weather gear to do it. But, last year I had a spectacular wipeout on a rainy day with my road bike. Something about slick tires, a curve in the road, smooth pavement and down I went. A beautiful purple/red bruise on my hip and some road rash I earned. Now I am a bit more cautious about going out in the rain, at least on my road bike. The mountain bike is another story!

I agree with SadieKate as well, rain seems to pour from the skies this time of year and I am not visible enough to motorists in clear conditions, I don't want to push the envelope when limited visibility occurs.

And yes, wet rims = . Well said!!