RAINLEGS

Kim Mitchell · Post by **Kim Mitchell** » 16 May 2007, 2:56pm

Having just done a search on 'Rainlegs' (how sad can that be?) it appears that there are only three mentions in the whole Forum.

I only saw them for the very first time on a group ride to Canary Wharf last weekend; wet wasn't it!

They seem like a good idea despite being way overpriced at £25 but nevertheless I would be most grateful for some feedback from the wealth of experience out there.

mercurykev · Post by **mercurykev** » 16 May 2007, 3:24pm

This article which appeared on another cycling forum my be of interest to you:

http://bikereader.com/forum/index.php?topic=30397.0

It contains the type of feedback you may be looking for.

HTH

PW · Post by PW » 16 May 2007, 7:54pm

I've just ridden home in a pair. Combined with a Goretex lightweight top, Ron Hill DXB Bikester bottoms & Northwave Celsius Goretex lined MTB boots I'm dry as a bone & very comfy thanks.

The Rainlegs are easy on/off, allow the legs to breathe so you don't get sweaty & keep ot the wind & rain. Useful on frosty nights too!

georgew · Post by **georgew** » 16 May 2007, 8:19pm

I've had a pair for quite a while now and like them. I did cause a bit of a riot when I modelled them at our DA meet but I'm convinced that was due to the lacy bit at the top which does look like a garter belt. They do work well and I find that they do not cause overheating as do trousers. They are surprisingly effective and while they extend to just below the knee the whole leg is kept dry. A bit on the dear side but I'd recommend them.

Kim Mitchell · Post by **Kim Mitchell** » 17 May 2007, 5:50pm

Many thanks to George, Kev & PW. Sounds good enough for me. I'll get a pair at the weekend from Bike Plus, my local decent bike shop. That should get me a decent discount, please, Paul.

Regards & thanks again,

Kim

Kentish Man · Post by **Kentish Man** » 17 May 2007, 10:09pm

Here's another satisfied customer.

My one concern is that I may be mistaken for a member of some strange group of masonic cyclists!

PW · Post by PW » 18 May 2007, 11:34am

Yeah, my wife refers to them as my "Bondage legs!" :oops:

thirdcrank · Post by **thirdcrank** » 18 May 2007, 4:17pm

I think we are entitled to some pics. :lol:

Or perhaps better not :shock:

Mrs Tortoise · Post by **Mrs Tortoise** » 18 May 2007, 8:03pm

Just bought a pair from wiggle, haven't used them yet but they have to be better than waterproof trousers, especially in warmer weather.

mhara · Post by **mhara** » 19 May 2007, 9:12am

Have checked out their website.

Goody - my partner now knows what she can get me for my birthday!

robgul · Post by **robgul** » 19 May 2007, 5:49pm

... just a heads up here ...

Rose (the German mail order cycling people) have Rainlegs at E24 (that's 24 Euros, I can't find the key for the symbol)

... lots of other stuff at cheaper than UK proces so if you put an order together the E12 delivery charge fades away. Just noticed that their workstand is reduced to E54, excellent piece of kit

Rob

birdy · Post by **birdy** » 21 May 2007, 9:43am

http://www.roseversand.de/output/contro ... ail2=13117

mhara · Post by **mhara** » 15 Jun 2007, 11:04pm

Well Mrs Tortoise,
how have you fared?
I have now tracked down and tried on a pair of Rainlegs. Actually, three pairs in succession, starting with medium and working my way to extra-large.
And I'm just a 5' 8" woman, size 12 and not exceedingly hippy.
But the width of the top of the rainleg just didn't cover the, er, territory.

I think they may have been designed with narrow hips in mind.

I also had to go up to the ultra-large size before the leg bit felt OK, and even then the velcro strap was too short to allow enough play behind my ham-strings.

What a disappointement. :cry: