8 Hacks For Riding In The Rain And Wet Weather

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Cycling in the rain is something that we'll all inevitably have to do on a bike ride. Thankfully James and Chris have some handy tips to make it much more bearable if you have to head out into the wet.
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@Pusche 5 жыл бұрын

but it's a great difference between a warm summer rain in june than riding in the rain in november!

@toasty8547 5 жыл бұрын

No different .its all cold

@nikolamartic1792 5 жыл бұрын

worst thing about riding in rain is washing your bike after :D

@amke899 3 жыл бұрын

Sto peres

@RonaldBeirouti 5 жыл бұрын

I was stuck in rain this spring on a cold 200+ km ride away from home. Stopped at a drugstore and got a disposable poncho I put between my jersey and underlayer and dishwashing gloves. Those saved the day! Plus, they are very classy :D

@YeCannyDaeThat 5 жыл бұрын

So wrap your body in oil and clingfilm is a rain tip. But mudguards and lights are not..?

@erobertson1417 5 жыл бұрын

YeCannyDaeThat yams gloves...

@mtcalqarni 2 жыл бұрын

If one is riding without mudguards and lights, they can forget about rain tips lol

@CyclingLifePT 5 жыл бұрын

Also: avoid riding through puddles of water at all cost, they may hide potholes big enough to cause a crash and/or serious damage to your bike. Always use gloves it improves your grip on the handlebars and saves your hands in a crash. Avoid metal sufaces (specially train tracks), they are slipery as hell. Do not go "flat out" while cornering, or while exiting a corner, you are looking for trouble. You can do a "burnout" and your rear wheel will slip out of control. Caution with the brakes while cornering, you may slip out as well, so, reduce your speed before the corner. ...

@pokebreederrichard1200 2 жыл бұрын

In Florida where I live it's a mixed issue, the water is clear to see any beforehand

@user-hq6ng9oc1v Жыл бұрын

Everything on this list has happened to me at least once lol.

@lsd661 5 жыл бұрын

the biggest problem riding in the rain is cars, primarily drivers not slowing down to match the conditions.

@kart112 5 жыл бұрын

From my experience when it rains drivers are even more carless.

@ardvarkkkkk1 5 жыл бұрын

@@kart112 I live in Seattle, the land of rain. If we have a dry spell for a month or so, stay off the roads for a couple of days when it does start to rain. It doesn't seem to take very long for these people to forget how to drive in wet. Give them some time to re train.

@bitchoflivingblah 5 жыл бұрын

!!! MUD GUARDS !!! - are essential

@ingy1965 5 жыл бұрын

Especially on group rides!

@ella46rrj86 5 жыл бұрын

@@ingy1965 And these days clip ons make it easy

@mykhhh4994 5 жыл бұрын

No thanks never needed them and we aren’t short of rain in Scotland. Rain=get wet👍🏻

@y_a_r8080 5 жыл бұрын

Yep. Got me SKS Raceblades - they're a gamechanger. Light, fit any road bike and don't catch the eye.

@michaellee1663 5 жыл бұрын

@@mykhhh4994 ride alone then?....!

@Michaelsmith21588 5 жыл бұрын

Next video: how to ride at 35°C.

@bobohsieh 5 жыл бұрын

more water

@lisapet160 5 жыл бұрын

Scheduled for GCN Christmas Show :)

@MrSteamDragon 5 жыл бұрын

LisaPet Just in time for the 38C temps on Boxing Day 😂😎🇦🇺

@Dr.Kornelius 5 жыл бұрын

Covered me in butter. Got chased by a bear. 10/10 ride.

@billinhouston3291 5 жыл бұрын

Got a few KOMs, did ya? :)

@niceracleous9999 5 жыл бұрын

And always use lights front and rear in the rain

@kierenkd 5 жыл бұрын

I always use lights day or night

@reinermiteibidde1009 5 жыл бұрын

35 degrees in germany. gcn: hacks for riding in the rain

@j.k2869 5 жыл бұрын

In South Hessen, Germany we have 39°C

@reinermiteibidde1009 5 жыл бұрын

@@j.k2869 ist wahrscheinlich noch schlimmer in den Alpen...

@binkzera2777 5 жыл бұрын

Reiner mit ei, bidde! That’s Britain for ya.

@reinermiteibidde1009 5 жыл бұрын

20 degrees and raining all year, right?

@mrichards55 5 жыл бұрын

Are all you Germans still out cycling in the heat?

@holmes2210 5 жыл бұрын

Love riding in the rain it's a great excuse to do a full overhaul on my bike and you don't ever get as hot

@jackryan2135 5 жыл бұрын

My hack is to check the weather forecast and if there's a 20+% chance of rain, don't go out.

@losphilips8 5 жыл бұрын

You can do better.

@DavidUKesb 5 жыл бұрын

Indeed. There's plenty of dry days to chose from.

@weler2491 5 жыл бұрын

So you are a loser, Jack Ryan

@endcensorship874 5 жыл бұрын

So, you don't live in England or the Northwest (where I am) I'm guessing in Arizona?

@ghost-facedhindu4275 5 жыл бұрын

If you commute to work, you don't have a choice. So better to be prepped.

@iansandon8057 5 жыл бұрын

Lights are essential, mudguards help. If it's summer time, Lycra is enough - you'll be dry in about a minute after the rain stops... Riding in summer rain is an absolute hoot. (Riding in winter rain is "character building". 😉)

@davidotway5198 4 жыл бұрын

riding in winter rain can be deadly if you are unprepared

@MrKeraprice 5 жыл бұрын

over shoes a must have for me

@cojobi 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely vital for bad weather: high visibility clothing! Both of these dudes are wearing black, for goodness sake!

@andycarr5405 5 жыл бұрын

For COMMUTING in the rain - keep it in lycra (other clothes never cut it and dont dry fast enough) & mud guards. Some of us HAVE to ride, tropical monsoons or not.

@wierdalien1 5 жыл бұрын

Thats what Ive found

@Shellewell 5 жыл бұрын

Depends on the other clothes. I have some very nice hiking/mountaineering base layers and trousers that manage not to look too out of place in the city while being comfortable and fast drying. If I want to commute and not have to change at my destination or be in tight lycra they do an excellent job, and are designed knowing you'll be out in all conditions.

@edmarkey4057 5 жыл бұрын

Watch out for drain covers, leaves, patches of oil...AND road paint markings. Those get slippery sooner than roads.

@AndrewBlucher 5 жыл бұрын

You must someplace "special"

@ParisLondonRoma 5 жыл бұрын

SO MANY people fall when they hit the painted stripes and its almost never mentioned as a main hazard. Seems like every year I watch the TdF and on a rain day someone will fall while turning on painted lines

@richardyamin226 5 жыл бұрын

Pacific Northwest Commuter - Long sleeve wool jersey then layer underneath if need. Works wonders in rainy cool rides into work

@SaKuLification 5 жыл бұрын

It's 38°C outside - would love to ride in the rain now!

@Enidub 5 жыл бұрын

It's nice to see these two coming a long way in honing their presenting skills, very enjoyable to watch

@magnusparkler7588 5 жыл бұрын

Fenders/ Mudguards!

@kuyawel5660 5 жыл бұрын

"TEA" (with rock background music) is so relaxing.

@AussieInJapan 5 жыл бұрын

My tip: add an Asssaver to your saddle and remove that terrible feeling of water flicking up your back from the wheel.

@christianX792 5 жыл бұрын

Great that you picked welsh roads for your rain video anyone cycling on those particular roads you were on has to be a rain expert! I once did a long ride around Snowdon. After two hours constant rain and two punctures ended up hiding in a pub with a fire a pint waiting for a lift home. Since then rain holds no fear for me.

@theoffgridchef3107 5 жыл бұрын

Also missed keeping off the painted lines on the road and slowing right down and not breaking on zebra crossings

@terryaqualad6779 4 жыл бұрын

Love the rain caps you guys have on would look great on my fat bike commutes in rainy wet conditon

@donball370 5 жыл бұрын

Big thumbs up to Hank & Chris going out in fine UK weather though the oil & cling film is "weird"

@eddieoconnor8560 5 жыл бұрын

That road up from Lllandogo to Trelleck has been beautifully resurfaced. Great descent there last week

@Wil.moyle19 5 жыл бұрын

A brief incite into what happens at GCN towers when they suggest baby oil and cling film before lights and mudguards.

@nikveldkamp8630 5 жыл бұрын

Current heat aside, what about clip-on mudguards? Less stylish maybe, but less wet and grimy, for sure.

@juilescieg 5 жыл бұрын

i believe assos and canyon do not sell mudguards. xD

@TiberiusMoon 5 жыл бұрын

Some advice from an all weather commuter: Get full cover mudguards, they prevent water flying into your face and up your back the difference is night and day. I personally went with SKS brand mudguards, they maybe a pain to install if your not familiar with measuring twice and cutting once but they are ideal to get the best fit. The only thing that would get wet while using full cover mudguards is your shoes so i suggest grabbing some good over shoes or shoe covers that go further up your ankle. Another thing to consider is visability when cycling, i suggest grabbing a pair of clear glasses to stop the rain going into your eyes an bluring your vision. Ultimately if you get soaked in intense rain i suggest getting a change of clothes and a towel for the destination in a waterproof bag.

@thecheshirecat5564 5 жыл бұрын

There's something missing for those of us who wear glasses: how to continue to use my sense of sight (rather important while riding) I was caught in a storm last time I went out and I loved it, actually, but keeping the water out of my glasses would have helped a lot. Also, if you have light colored wheels, skin walls and rim brakes: be prepared for a pretty disheartening sight after you're finished...

@richardhorton4813 5 жыл бұрын

I experience this problem too, though usually I am wearing contact lenses and shades. Vision is better once you take the glasses off, but if you've got contacts on and get rain water in your eyes, the contacts want to come out!

@jameswillett118 5 жыл бұрын

I really like riding in the rain, I decided against riding indoors this winter and I’m loving it!

@Azahrak 5 жыл бұрын

What a timing for this episode. Date 26th of June, Time 11:45 pm, Temperature 28 degrees Celcius in Germany. Well done GCN.^^

@jasonmcgrody9472 5 жыл бұрын

28? That's it? Only 28? It'll be 32-37C and humid where I live in America every day from now until September. I dream of 28.

@Azahrak 5 жыл бұрын

@@jasonmcgrody9472 32-37 °C at midnight? Ok, that's hard.

@philg6757 5 жыл бұрын

I thought you would mention the Camelbak Eddy,a 600ml thermos that fits into your water bottle cage. Its been a great addition for my winter riding, hot tea for the whole trip.

@doomguy8884 5 жыл бұрын

A thin balaclava if it's also cold when raining isn't a bad idea either. Waterproof shoes probably aren't a bad idea, especially if you have an aversion to mudguards. And from a visability standpoint, rain usually means decreased viability for all road users, so maybe consider a raincoat that's got some reflective element to it, or maybe a colour that's a bit brighter than black. Also lights!!

@LaughingSaint66 5 жыл бұрын

I love Waterproof bib shorts I think there are freaking amazing🤙🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@sullivansouza2709 5 жыл бұрын

It's 2:00 in the morning but that won't stop me from watching GCN!

@craig2100 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant mates

@ttmallard 5 жыл бұрын

Zip tie a piece of fender ~25cm long to the downtube to catch wheel spray vs shooting it sideways, feet & shins far less spray, a seatpost clamp-on rear fender little windage, no back stripes well known. Then, clip-ons with a section of fender long enough to catch spray at speed off brake bolt, way warmer drier riding. Cheers, Pacific NW rides are a tad damp at times.

@tombarton7043 5 жыл бұрын

Great video chaps, enjoyed the cling film idea under the shorts! I always go with High vis items when it’s raining as it’s often dark too in the UK, i’d also say definitely disc brakes in the wet! 👍

@jrokyta4340 4 жыл бұрын

I commute every day and really don´t like to get wet. That´s why I designed and built a canopy, that protects me from the elements entirely and attached it to the seat tube and head tube. I tried to make it aero as well. Even though it´s still a rather sketchy prototype, it´s great fun and comfortable to ride. Friends told me, that I won´t be able to handle crosswinds - I experienced very strong crosswind yesterday, while riding around 35kph downhill through exposed area and yes it slightly tried to get me off ballance but as you get used to the weird feeling it´s easy to manage such situation and you make the corrections automatically. The canopy kind of isolates you from the outside world, which is another thing I had to get used to. You feel no wind in your face, your hands dont freeze either. Yesterday it was 2°C outside and I wore long sleeve polypropylene basic and a hoodie. That´s it. I also wore gloves but mainly for better grip than anything else, because it feels very unnatural to me riding without gloves. The prototype evolves every day - now I already know what to do better. If you are curious about seeing how my experiment looks like visit www.khnkabiny.webnode.cz

@RyanakaRhino18 3 жыл бұрын

I do deliveries, and one vital I take which is a must 😆 is a thermal flask. My current one ain't the best but it helps for maybe a good few hours!

@beeble2003 5 жыл бұрын

2:08 "A large percentage of our body heat is lost from our heads." No it isn't. People often say that half your heat loss is through your head but that's a misinterpretation of studies that showed that, *if you're wearing full winter gear except for a hat*, and the temperature is well below freezing, then (actually a little under) half of your heat loss is through your head. The point being, soldiers in the Arctic, wear your hats! If you're stark naked, you lose about 7-10% of your heat through your head, basically because your head is about 7-10% of your skin surface. Most cycling gear, especially Si's speedos, is way closer to being naked than to wearing full Arctic military gear and wearing a helmet means your head isn't uncovered even if you don't wear a hat under it. I doubt you lose more than 15% through your head.

@richardhorton4813 5 жыл бұрын

To be fair, he said "large percentage". If you're dressed like Chris is, it's probably more than 15%.

@JohnBatty 5 жыл бұрын

Make your ride continuous and keep the power up. Don't stop for a coffee break and get cold in damp gear.

@nickw6175 5 жыл бұрын

have to say in the winter I have always have a spare base layer and pair of socks in a small waterproof sandwich bag great to put on when your halfway around

@richaw6689 5 жыл бұрын

Great stuff chaps.. living near Rainchester.. I mean Manchester, we're quite used to the wet.. good tips though.. loving the cling film legs!

@antonbeletsky1277 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@niceracleous9999 5 жыл бұрын

Arse saver is a must

@Drzhounder 5 жыл бұрын

I’m one of the crazies that like riding in the SUMMER rain. If the temperature is above 20c that is. Tips I have: Don’t ride on road paint, it’s like ice when wet. I think I remember a video of Si and Dan testing it out once upon a time. Be sure to protect your phone! Put it in a plastic bag or phone cover (I think you sell them in the GCN store) Wash your bike immediately after your ride. Not after your shower, as soon as you press stop on your head unit! Strava can wait the 15 minutes it takes to clean your bike. Be sure to lubricate your cable housing too! Hang your bike from the front wheel to let the water drip out and the lubrication to fill the voids left behind. If you have hydronic brakes ONLY hang it from the front wheel to make sure you don’t get air in the system. Check with your mechanic to be sure of the best way to store your bike.

@DAZLIN6 5 жыл бұрын

How can mudguards not be mentioned.... These are crucial for comfort.

@jaythebestofmej2441 5 жыл бұрын

Yep. Love riding in the rain . Makes me feel alive 😊😊

@weler2491 5 жыл бұрын

Riding in the rain is really good to increase your psychological force and you also get some new skills, specially if it is night. Yesterday night i ran in the rain back home and it was amazing and pure adrenaline. The biggest problem are those hidden holes that we cannot see because of the water, i went into three ones and my chain fell all the time. There is no way, sometimes we have to go to the middle of the road to avoid some hidden hole in the side, but take care of the cars. I'm glad i didn't have any puncture, i was also in 120psi in both tires, which didn't give me any stability problem. Next time i will be putting less psi, just to have some extra stability. Don't be afraid of the rain, it is just water

@jaibhardwaj4886 5 жыл бұрын

lovely

@jonthedoors 5 жыл бұрын

A tip given to me by a fellow rider is to put latex gloves on underneath your full finger gloves. Adds an extra layer of waterproofing and seals in a bit more warmth.

@jess1ncase 5 жыл бұрын

And it traps all the sweat, which can make your hands colder.

@morningbear3794 5 жыл бұрын

Rain cape with hood = rain coat

@rail1505 5 жыл бұрын

I would have thought mud guards were the answer. Some very nice clip on ones these days for the racers.

@smitajky 5 жыл бұрын

You could try moving to Australia. I have forgotten the last time it rained here. One thing I can say. I use a double insulated water bottle to keep my drink cool in summer. But the same thing would keep your tea as hot as you want during a ride.

@JKinAus 5 жыл бұрын

got involved in an accident on Thursday morning and watching this on Saturday. Wish I could turn back time and deflate tyre little bit and brake little bit earlier I could save my shoulder, chin, arm and my Bianchi...

@thegamingwolf9036 5 жыл бұрын

I love riding in all weather weather that be in Sunshine,rain,hailstones,thunderstorms or the cold

@Cavey2345 5 жыл бұрын

"A large percentage of our body heat is lost through our heads" - Sigh... The science knowdlege really did leave with Emma didn't it.

@MultiPenners 5 жыл бұрын

Is it wrong?

@jasonmcgrody9472 5 жыл бұрын

You'll lose (relatively) more heat through your head in the conditions mentioned - where you've covered up elsewhere. Also, your head is very sensitive to temperature changes.

@Cavey2345 5 жыл бұрын

@@MultiPenners yes it is wrong. You lose no more heat from your head than any other uncovered part of your body. www.bmj.com/rapid-response/2011/11/02/heat-loss-head-cold-weather

@MultiPenners 5 жыл бұрын

@@Cavey2345 but they didn't say : a disproportianetely large amount of heat. And the head, as detailed in your own link, is very important for the regulation of heat in the body. I'd say you could see it a little more favorable

@prestachuck2867 5 жыл бұрын

Cavey2345 That article contradicts your position. Have you actually read it?

@juilescieg 5 жыл бұрын

for legs and short rides: endura long trousers(?) hosen. upper body: any kind of waterproof rainjacket. idealy with a cap. i recomend water protectory for the tires/frame.

@jaycollins6792 5 жыл бұрын

the way Hank says layer 😂🤣

@luc4beejay 5 жыл бұрын

Just rode last we the sellaronda bike day under the rain and with 5 deg celsius on the top of the mountains!!! My tip is: get some water proof overshoes!!! After feet are wet you start immediatly to freeze 🥶

@JonathanWhoever 5 жыл бұрын

Don't purposely ride in the rain. But when I catch a shower, I feel like a badass! Keep in mind this in the summer . With temps of 80-90f. I'm really a wimp I guess.

@marcusFZ6 5 жыл бұрын

Cold rides are always made that much nicer with a warm drink. I've been adding warm water to my cordial/gatorade for years. It's not the getting wet and cold, it's the coming home and cleaning, drying and sorting out my bike that's really painful.

@nicholasmasciaga4777 5 жыл бұрын

My hack for riding in the rain is having fun, choose a route you love (possibly short) and just go flat out! If you’re enjoying your ride you won’t even care about the rain

@RodrigoPerez79 5 жыл бұрын

Just embrace the rain!

@jeffreywilliams3646 5 жыл бұрын

Riding in the rain can be miserable, BUT I don't think anything feels better than ditching the wet clothes, having a nice hot shower, and putting on clean dry clothes. I get to do this several times a year as rain here seems to start at 15:50 and I leave work at 1600. The universe has a warped sense of humour.

@HL2002 2 жыл бұрын

I am the ones who likes to ride in the rain. It feels like a challenge to skills and equipment towards the elements, pushing them to perform.

@evanmacdougall9715 5 жыл бұрын

100 degrees, hot and dry in Las Vegas. But I'm watching this, anyway. Just in case it rains while I'm riding inside on my bike trainer. :-D

@chanceblevins6682 10 ай бұрын

I would say staying dry as a little bit more important than warm. You don't always have to put on multiple layers. Your body heat will take care of itself from the exercise. But if you get wet you risk hypothermia regardless

@MD0886 5 жыл бұрын

rain? cold? layers? 5 degrees and under? you might've gotten the timing wrong. We're in June, it's summer in the northern hemisphere.

@iberiksoderblom 5 жыл бұрын

What I really need on kold days is something to keep my STOMAC from getting cold. A jacket is to much and also a vest. In the old day a newspaper could be put inside the jersey. But who's got a newspaper in these day ?

@lenahygiena 5 жыл бұрын

In German we call it Nierenwärmer :0 its like a tube of fabric.

@danielshearen737 5 жыл бұрын

When the rain catches you unexpectedly, Plastic Bags over your socks > then slide your shoes on = keeps your feet warm & dry.

@manitoublack 5 жыл бұрын

Move to Adelaide, Australia. Rest on the odd rain day, ride in the sun the rest of the time ;)

@stephenmoore4651 5 жыл бұрын

....also take care (avoid where possible) riding through puddles on unfamiliar roads. You never know if there's a lovely pothole lurking underneath. If the state of the UK roads are anything to go by, there almost certainly will be!

@karlisjansons7234 5 жыл бұрын

Guys, I think you should have mentioned an ass saver". It does help keep the back side drier and less dirty, hence more comfort (such as it is on a wet ride).

@pajarocaripocapute 4 жыл бұрын

2:32 holy crap that muscular development🦵👏👌

@swolebro 5 жыл бұрын

Is that GCN branded neck gaiter available for sale? The one shown at 1:20 and a few other points. Couldn't find it in the online store. Those gaiters are my preferred headgear - lightweight and very versatile! Would happily buy one and rep the fam.

@manueldeubler1127 5 жыл бұрын

Central Europe in the middle of a heat wave. GCN publishes a video on riding in the rain. I wonder where they got that rain from. Guess we should talk about climate policies in the GCN office.

@Bayo106 3 жыл бұрын

the G in GCN means GLOBAL

@levi_athle 5 жыл бұрын

Okay lads, I can see, you are not riding much in the rain :D Here are my tips: If it was winter rain, yes you would need multiple layers of clothing, with a quality outer shell. The inner layers due to the fact of having multiple of them, will eliminate the need of high end materials. Still, it is great having at least a close to skin merino upper, followed by a little thicker 2nd layer if needed. A third windstopper softshell with a polar inner and a final outer rain layer. I find that for extremely heavy rain, where survival is kind of the objective, for hours on end, Gore-Tex works the best. Yes a Pro-Shell layer. For on and off, multiple density rain patches, an E-Vent type of shell, let's say from Montane what is more suitable. Talking about summer or weird UK summer riding. One single layer of clothing is enough, however it has to be proper, high-end and quality. Creating a microclimate under the waterproof jacket is key to success. Odlo Ceramic / X-Bionic are great with fantastic success ! There are of course stuff from the major brands too, like Castelli or Assos, but I prefer for instance Café du Cyclist, what can be Merino with softshell patches on key areas. In a suitable saddle bag you can fit in easily a waterproof trouser, while a proper outer layer can be in the back pocket of your jersey. I'd never choose anything with no hood. It can be such a comfort putting that head protection under the helmet and staying bone dry all the way down from the col. 3rd is a clip on anti-wet ass. Yes a mudguard. A little micro mudguard underneath your seat will save you from many unwanted issues. 4th. definitely a waterproof saddle bag. Cause if you forgot to dry out your stuff and 2 weeks later you try to use a rusty pump, on a rotten inner tube with stuck valve cap on, while your friend is unable to open your also rusty multi tool, well you'll be in trouble. 5th. The brightest possible flashing lamp ! I had a 0.99€ alibaba crap, what burns your eyes out, with 6hours run time and rechargeable battery! . It works just fine ! Safety first !

@charlesgould8047 5 жыл бұрын

Insulated water bottles not just for keeping drinks cold in the summer, but keeping drinks warm in the winter, too.

@laurynaspetniunas8193 5 жыл бұрын

I just watched the Taiwan KOM challenge... I'd like to see the new presenters challenge it :)

@Azreal123 3 жыл бұрын

What are brand/make of rain cape are they wearing in this? Look pretty good and I assume have reflective strips

@RobertStanfordCambridgeUK 5 жыл бұрын

What about making sure that your visible to other road users - Black may be fashionable but not great for being seen especially when it's dull or dark. I always carry light weight clip on lights and have at least the rear one flashing - maybe I'm being too careful but believe in being safe rather than sorry. Thank you for a great channel which I follow avidly. P.S. not going to open the mudguard debate and group riding - Oops sorry :-)

@juilescieg 5 жыл бұрын

i hate the flashing ones. ^^ i say so as a cyclist and as a car driver. they make me aggresive.

@mcvrs1223 5 жыл бұрын

A tip: put some waterproof spray on your clothes, specially on your socks and tights. It works amazing, it doesn't last long, but keeps you dry and maintains breathability

@JamesFromAustralia 5 жыл бұрын

Yikes, I've never been early to a GCN vid, 2 minutes and 3 downvotes... they need to chill lol

@declanfaughey8471 5 жыл бұрын

A pair of cycling glasses with clear lenses, they keep the rain from hitting you in the eyes.

@panzerveps 5 жыл бұрын

Wind vest and baby oil. Keeps you nice and warm.

@AnthonyLock92 5 жыл бұрын

For me waterproof overshoes are the best thing for riding in the rain. I hate puddles of water in my shoes

@endcensorship874 5 жыл бұрын

Vaseline on the legs, AKA "Belgian knee warmers."

@scottvessey915 5 жыл бұрын

Ass saver? Mudguards? (particularly for group rides, it’s annoying when sat behind someone without them!)

@EMC2Scotia 5 жыл бұрын

One other might be, avoid the local 5-10km climb. And wear gloves!!

@kieranberney8620 5 жыл бұрын

I know its nit picking but the amount of heat lost through the head is proportional to the size of the head. The head is about 7% of the bodies surface with a heat loss of about 7%.

@davidotway5198 4 жыл бұрын

Gentlemen you have forgot or never learned some of the most important tips that will make most wet rides more bearable 1 Dedicated rain gear pants, jacket, shoes, gloves and helmet cover 2 try to let rain fall for a bit before you start riding (20 minutes), will wash away many slippery liquids on roads 3 pace ride fast enough to keep warm but slow enough that you don't overheat with extra clothing 4 Lights be safe be seen

@shushuyu 5 жыл бұрын

do you guys have any suggestions for water proof tights? looking to commute to work from fall through winter. i own some water proof pants but they're so ugly and bulky looking..i want something more form fitting.

@niceracleous9999 5 жыл бұрын

And waterproof overshoes,