February 14, 2012 7:02 AM PST
I have used my rain gear more often to stay warm than to stay dry. The few times I saw dark clouds looming and took the time to step into my rain gear the rain passed me by. I have been asked by friends to gear up so they can ride without getting wet since it rarely rains when I am prepared. But, I have been caught out later than intended and zapped by a cold spell and that rain suit does a good job of keeping me warm..... The only time my rain suit ever got really wet and appreciated was in Nashville during a real gullywasher. As soon as it was done, I was on the side of the road peeling off that sauna suit!