Yesterday it was pouring out. I don't own a car, so it was either ride or walk. I bought the bike as my primary mode of transportation, so by golly, I was determined to use it as such. I put garbage bags in my panniers, covered the Brooks saddle, stuck a plastic bag on my head (under my helmet), turned my head- and tail-lights on "blinky" mode and rode to work in the pouring rain. First time I've ever ridden a bicycle in the rain. Drivers were actually courteous to me and I was hella proud of myself for just getting on with it. Must buy some fenders, though...