I can't stay dry no matter what. but it's funny to keep the rain off only to generate my own water/wetness as sweat. when riding with rain gear it's a matter of layers, or in the summer, lack there-of. at some pint the cross-over equals out so you wear less and get wet from both sweat and rain. one trick you might enjoy is a clear cheap motel style shower cap over your helmet. it's also a good wind break in cold months.