Originally Posted by jakub.ner
I had this same dillema last year.
Used to use rain pants and jackets. Breathable promises were all empty promises. All I really wanted was something that vents.
I found it when my father in law's friend sent me the Carradice rain cape. Oh it's PCV and doesn't breathe, but it's a cape! Air goes under: constant air flow. In cold times I still use the over booties. In not so cold times I use sandals and shorts, so don't care.
I've heard this recommendation before. Seems the only workable rain coat for cycling. One question. How do you prevent the wind from catching the hem and blowing the whole thing over your head?
BTW, I do use a so called breathable rain coat in the winter. I bought it because it was bright yellow and does give some wind protection. I don't zip the front up if it isn't below 20 degrees F. Even at 10 degrees, the inside surface of the coat is wet after my 5 mile commute.