Rain gear suggestions

pffog

Small road corner junkie

• Feb 28, 2019

• #21

Frogg toggs for extra rain gear, But I too went to waterproof gear, would never go back. BMW Atlantis pants and Olympia Airglide 3 layer jacket. Outer is mesh for hot weather, rainproof inner liner and thermal 3rd liner. Good for any weather and has been absolutely waterproof for 3 or 4 years now.

 

allhisanyway

New member

• Feb 28, 2019

• #22

Great information bighjohnsd! I've been looking at the Klim Latitude and this was very useful!

 

mervingry

New member

• Feb 28, 2019

• #23

REV'IT! Pacific 2 H2O Rain Suit

One piece: REV'IT! Pacific 2 H2O Rain Suit

 

stinkypete

New member

• Feb 28, 2019

• #24

Here's an interesting and reasonably objective comparison of a number of brands of waterproof motorcycle gear.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtCdQfbLw7o


My own raingear is the following, which I always keep on the bike and put on if a decent rain threatens. These are both readily available in Australia, but not sure about other countries.

DriRider Thuderwear2 Hi Vis Jacket
http://www.dririder.com.au/all-products/thunderwear-2-jacket
My previous version of the same jacket lasted around six years and was finally retired when the material showed pinholes in the areas where the fabric flexes a lot.

Ixon Thunder Rain Pants
http://www.ficeda.com.au/catalog/product/view/id/17414/s/e4507h3/category/883/
There are dual layer 100% waterproof pants, which have velcro closures on the bottom, such that they can be put on withour removing my boots. My previous pair of these also lasted many years, but gave up the ghost when the taped and heat sealed crotch seam weakened and pinholes appeared, wetting my arse in a big rain.

 

greenwald

New member

• Feb 28, 2019

• #25

pianomanla said:

Approximately what size is the pack that needs to be stashed in your cases with both pieces rolled and folded?

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12" x 8" x 3" would be both pieces moderately folded.

Could be crushed down further, but why.

 

saddleman

Enjoy The Ride

• Feb 28, 2019

• #26

I use Olympia Omni Tech. It's lifetime guaranteed. I've had the pants for 10 years. I'm on the second jacket the shoulders wore thin. They gave me a E credit & I bought two jackets for the price of one online on cyber Monday. I'm guessing I had over 30,000 miles on the first jacket.

 

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kunkies

New member

• Mar 1, 2019

• #27

I've tried them all, Klim, RevIT!, Frog Toggs (think disposable), 6mil garbage bags, etc.. . . The stand-out in my mind for safety, comfort, durability, and waterproofness (is that a word?) is Aerostitch. I have Darien hi-vis coat and black pants and have never looked back.

https://www.aerostich.com/suits/jackets-pants?gclid=Cj0KCQiAzePjBRCRARIsAGkrSm7YuCseZT4kU6BJCMF5_xbnBFTeRkQre-Dh02O0l1SUbg4JqpOUnG0aAoruEALw_wcB

2014 R1200RT

-Bob

 

greenwald

New member

• Mar 1, 2019

• #28

saddleman said:

I use Olympia Omni Tech. It's lifetime guaranteed. I've had the pants for 10 years. I'm on the second jacket the shoulders wore thin. They gave me a E credit & I bought two jackets for the price of one online on cyber Monday. I'm guessing I had over 30,000 miles on the first jacket.

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Lousy piece of crap!

 

crna59

Member

• Mar 1, 2019

• #29

pianomanla said:

Approximately what size is the pack that needs to be stashed in your cases with both pieces rolled and folded?

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About 12" x 8" roll

 

crna59

Member

• Mar 1, 2019

• #30

 

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markmoto4

New member

• Mar 2, 2019

• #31

fortnine youtube vid on raingear

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtCdQfbLw7o

Some of this guys videos are hilarious. In the vid he says frogg togg's are best for your $$$.

 

Last edited: Mar 2, 2019

lee

Debbie's Servant

• Mar 2, 2019

• #32

crna59 said:

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Thanks, good information.

 

patm

Member

• Mar 2, 2019

• #33

crna59 said:

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Thanks, I just watched it and it is eye opening. If you just consider keeping you dry (waterproofness and breathability), this is good.
One thing missing however is the you get what you pay for factor. There are no cheap GoreTex gear and plenty of cheap others. GoreTex gear being expensive, they usually are well made and will resist wear and tear a lot longer than cheaper products. I've had different types of GoreTex equipment and have never been dissatisfied. I also have the cheaper stuff and my expectations are proportional to what I paid.

 

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bdfbeemer

RT in NC

• Mar 3, 2019

• #34

I have ridden all day in lots of heavy downpours and the only time I have been wet is when the water leaked under the front of the helmet and when caught is a monsoon in traffic with all the vents open. Good gortex gear rules. Plus if it leaks it is returnable. The key to maintaining the gear is to occasionally clean the outer shell and renew the water repellent aspect. If not the moisture will get inside the shell and you will feel wet even though you may may be dry. I have used gortex since it came out. The use has improved greatly however the same principles of shell care have always made for a better result.

 

viking59

Imported Norwegian Viking

• Mar 12, 2019

• #35

Klim Badlands Pro jacket and pants here. Have had the set for about 3 years, and love it. Never failed in the rain.