Just wondering what the general concencus was regarding staying dry-ish this winter,specifically our lower limbs.Is it just waterproof shorts and MTFU,as I'd imagine anything trouser length would be too bulky.
Any recommendations welcome !
What type of bike?
Road or hybrid, proper full mudguards are essential
MTB, well, yer gonna get wet, but waterproof shorts help save your butt from getting too soggy
Waterproof shorts are about as good as you'll manage.
Lycra is pretty quick to dry.
Road or hybrid, proper full mudguards are essential
This.
Off road - MTFU. Shorts as always, no mudguard, get wet, slide about, enjoy it. It's more fun when you reach that point and just think, what the hell 😀 . Layered up with waterproofs it's unconfortable and sweaty, plus you're worried about getting yourself and the bike dirty rather than just riding the hell out of the slop.
On road... well this is [u]Singletrack[/u], etc, etc 😛
Personally unless it's a commute you have no choice about or riding between off road trails, I just wouldn't bother on the road in the wet. Seems a miserable thing to do.
Stealth endura bottoms keep you dry and are breathable -not cheap though
Tops are overly warm and only could for when its very very cold
Get wet, but stay warm.
Works for me anyway
I go for the getting wet but staying warm option.
I learnt years ago that there is no way to avoid the falling water, and that the kit we buy to deceive us into thinking it's even remotely possible just adds to our costs and makes riding unpleasant and cumbersome.
So now I just dress warmly as I would no matter what I was doing, and throw a rain jacket on top. Job done.
Riding in the rain
Don't do it
Yeah, stop worrying about being dry and concentrate on warm.
Off road I use waterproof shorts to keep my bum and associated comfortable and less pickled but on top it's usually a base layer, different jerseys depending on temp and a wind proof or soft shell.
I'm one of those faeries who always rides in knee & shin pads so they keep my lower legs warm enough.
On road I do cover my legs a bit more, and tend to end up with an extra (or thicker) layer than off road, but without the waterproof shorts.
Worst thing for me as a prescription glasses wearer is being able to see...
Spandex.
Lots & lots, of Spandex.
Well, whether you are dry or not it is important to not get cold or you have real problems.
Sealskin socks are a good shout. I wear ordinary ones underneath.
Some people swear by merino undershirts. I've no experience myself.
I have mudhuggers front and rearz leave em on 365. No real downsides, less wet, easier cleaning.
