Riding in the Rain

[MAYLETT]

I've ridden with several people who become very nervous and anxious about riding in the rain ÔÇö even to the point of panic and freezing up. I think it might be worth pointing out that even though riding in the rain requires extra attention and a few special precautions, like the ones already mentioned, there's little reason for any fear about it if some common sense is used.

Really, it basically boils down to going slower, paying more attention and watching for rain-caused hazards like standing water. For those with excessive anxiety about riding in the rain, the pavement doesn't turn into an ice skating rink, the bike tires still have reasonably good traction, the brakes will still work and with some extra attention, a light rain can even be sort of fun. In other words, slow down, stay relaxed, pay attention, use common sense and enjoy the ride. The worst that's likely to happen is that you'll get a bit wet.

 

[marchyman]

You didn't say what you were riding but if it has ABS you don't have to worry about breaking in the rain as that is the big benefit of ABS.

You may not have to worry about braking, but you still have to worry about stopping. As the others said, slowing down should be part of your rain riding strategy.