If you don't ride in the rain here in the Pacific Northwest you won't ride very often. Proper rain gear is the rule. This morning I stayed nice and dry in my REO Taku pants and my Burley jacket. I made the mistake of thinking I needed to wear a pair of tights in addition to my cycling skivies boy I got pretty warm by the time I got to work. The Takus are a bit heavier than my other rainwear so I'll know the next time. Only got my face wet and my hair through the helmet. I had a great time.