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Mother Goose just bought herself Froggs Toggs but hasn't used them yet. They are very light weight and roll up pretty small. The material is breathable so I am hoping that it will be better than my old dryriders (vinyl). The only thing I read that might be a downside is keep them away from your pipes.
Saddle Up, I will say not to bother with the cheap hunters ones you can find at Walmart and such. They aren't designed for hurricane winds and will shred rather quickly at just 55mph!
If you wear a full face helmet, then you'll just need one that is secure around the neck to allow the rain to run off the helmet over the jacket, otherwise you might want to find one with a hood! I think I remember using one with a hood and put it on inside the helmet!
BTW, I followed the directions in the STICKY thread at the top of this forum to reveal the older threads, and viola, there was one about Rain Suits by Denny Z, also a PNW'er! I bumped it for ease of viewing!
Happy Shopping! T.C.
T. C. Gresham
81SH "Godzilla" . . .1179cc super-rat.
79SF "The Teacher" . . .basket case! History shows again and again,
How nature points out the folly of men!
1980G Standard, Restored
Kerker 4 - 1
850 Rear End Mod
2-21 Flashing LED Arrays on either side of license plate for Brake Light Assist, 1100 Lumen Cree Aux Lights,
Progressive springs, Showa rear shocks
Automatic CCT 1980GH Special, Restored
Stock Exhaust, New Handlebars, 1" Spacer in Fork Springs, Automatic CCT, Showa Rear Shocks '82 XJ1100 (Sold)
Automatic CCT, RC Engineering 4 X 1 Exhaust, K&N Pods, #50 Pilot Jets, YICS Eliminator. Sorely missed.
After about the third post I got on ebay and bought some rain gear named Himilaya, I'll keep you all posted on the performance as I intend on riding this rainy season...Now for rain boots/ booties? Or is it just better to wear rubber construction boots and change over when you arrive? The rain boots I've seen look pretty cheesy..
Easy Bro's
If I knew I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself..
Got an awesome deal on a pair in my size from a freight handler on ebay. $29.00 down from $129.00!!! Only had one pair and in my size, brand new, tags still attached, in a very slightly distressed box. Who wears the box anyway? LOL.
1980G Standard, Restored
Kerker 4 - 1
850 Rear End Mod
2-21 Flashing LED Arrays on either side of license plate for Brake Light Assist, 1100 Lumen Cree Aux Lights,
Progressive springs, Showa rear shocks
Automatic CCT 1980GH Special, Restored
Stock Exhaust, New Handlebars, 1" Spacer in Fork Springs, Automatic CCT, Showa Rear Shocks '82 XJ1100 (Sold)
Automatic CCT, RC Engineering 4 X 1 Exhaust, K&N Pods, #50 Pilot Jets, YICS Eliminator. Sorely missed.
I bought some over boots to use when it rains HARD. They have snaps and velcro on the sides, a strap to go under your heel, and a small bit that goes under the toe. They work great, have kept my feet dry, even when wearing tennis shoes!
I don't remember the brand for sure, but I think it's Tour Master. I picked them up at Road Rider, but I'm sure you can find something like them other places.
Ray Matteis
KE6NHG
XS1100 E '78 (winter project)
XS1100 SF Bob Jones worked on it!
I ride with Cruiserworks waterproof leather boots year round. These boots are "stand in a stream" water proof. A little pricey, but I, too, have a large foot (14 EW) and they fit well, plus are fairly comfortable for walking.
Tour Master gear is working good for me. I rode from Vancover B.C. to Olympia in driving rain. Made it home dry. I have the Tour Master jacket and paints combo, and the Tour Master boot covers. I made up a set of grip guards that keep my hands warm and dry.
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