Post-wet ride maintenance checklist

[indysteel]

There is a possibility of rain in the forecast for a ride on Saturday, and up until this point I've just avoided riding in the rain. I'm wanting to make sure, ahead of time, that I'm ready to take care of the bike after a wet ride.

I know I need to give the bike a general wipe down and clean and lube the chain. What else?

What about timing? I'd do the wipe-down as soon as I get home, but do I have enough time to get a shower in before I work on the chain?

You're safe to shower first IMO. When our bikes get wet, we take the seat post out and let them drain upside down and then thoroughly dry out before reinserting the seat post.