Wow, loved the "pansy" style responses. I don't care for rain because I live in a place that generally doesn't get wet weather, so I echo bhop's answer that I don't want to invest in equipment that wouldn't see much use. Also wouldn't want to change tires (I prefer all terrains, something that rolls smooth on the street since that is where I ride 95% of the time). Has for my fear of getting it wet, I don't like the fact that water can wash off lubricants and cause rust. Sorry if I bothered y'all with this thread, was hoping for less jabs at my direction.