only looking to spend approx £40 on some waterproof trousers for a my daily 14mile commute. Looking at Endura Gridlock……….any views? Any other options?

montane featherlite pants – http://www.montane.co.uk/productdetails.php

for 4o quid (should be able to get them for about £35) they probably offer the most breathability, and so although they are ‘showerproof’ they’ll probably keep you drier than a less breathable pair if you’re using them for a commute.

Plus, they weigh next to nothing, and pack down to the tiniest ball, so you can always have them stashed in your bag for commuting to / from work

Are the Endura trousers wearable as overtrousers on top of normal work trousers?

Not too sure but they are advertised as overtrousers on CRC

I’ve got the Gridlocks, no problems so far, waterproof although not tested too harshly, and keep legs warm enough!