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Rainwear makes cycling in the wet more pleasant. With a rain jacket, rain trousers, waterproof overshoes, gloves and a helmet cover, you are equipped for daily commutes and longer tours.
Rain jacket
If versatility is more important than aerodynamics, a jacket with a mountain sports cut that allows you to move freely can be a good choice. The Stormline Stretch Rainshell from Black Diamond certainly won't win any prizes for maximum vapour permeability and robustness, but at 274 grams (M) and a price of 150 euros, it offers very good protection against showers.
Rain trousers
Always with you, rarely used. Long rain trousers for emergencies are welcome when travelling by bike, but an inexpensive, simply waterproof model such as the "Rain" from Chiba (55 euros) is usually sufficient. Zips up to at least knee height make it easier to put them on when you need to move quickly. Short rain trousers such as the Vaude Drop Shorts (RRP 70 euros) are often sufficient. Advantage: you don't sweat so quickly in them.
Rain overshoes
No overshoe can fend off hours of rain. But your feet will always survive the ride to the office or a heavy shower when travelling with these small packable emergency aids. Vaude Bike Gaiter, 24 Euro
Finger gloves
Ten degrees, wind and wet conditions are borderline even for robust natures. Windproof and water-repellent gloves belong in every cyclist's wardrobe. The Roen from Roeckl are functional and reasonably priced at 40 euros. You can find more inspiration for gloves in our sister magazine TOUR, which is published in spring. 12 long gloves tested in detail has.
Helmet cover
Because hoods over or under the helmet often obstruct visibility, some people opt for a waterproof helmet cover. Bright colours and reflective material are very useful for this application. Vaude Luminum, 18 Euro.
This completes your rainwear and protects you from head to toe from the wet.
