More rain in Atlanta, I'm gonna need a jet ski! - Page 3

mrlmd1 · 12-08-2009, 07:16 PM

A jetski would be more like a motorcycle, just a lot safer.

burkbuilds · 12-08-2009, 07:39 PM

I just got back from school and it was really coming down tonight. The rain doesn't bother me that much, I slow down and wear good gear, what really annoys me is all the time it takes to get in and out of all the gear and then having to hang things up to dry before I can put it away.

Water Warrior 2 · 12-08-2009, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by burkbuilds

I just got back from school and it was really coming down tonight. The rain doesn't bother me that much, I slow down and wear good gear, what really annoys me is all the time it takes to get in and out of all the gear and then having to hang things up to dry before I can put it away.

LOL. The alternative is somebody hanging you up to dry. Yup, dressing up is a pain but at least you don't suffer bone chilling cold and rain with proper gear. *Note to self, time to clean and waterproof the boots.

burkbuilds · 12-09-2009, 12:49 AM

That's a great point WW! The one thing I also need to do is to get something to waterproof my leather gloves. Any suggestions as to what works the best?

mrlmd1 · 12-09-2009, 10:35 AM

Rubber or vinyl gloves over the top of them. Or get waterproof ski gloves.
What kind of raingear do you have?

Water Warrior 2 · 12-09-2009, 12:29 PM

I have waterproof AlpineStar boots but my right foot got somewhat damp a while back so it is time for a spray-on treatment of some sort. Haven't tried it yet so there is no experience or recommendation to relate. As for keeping your gloves dry and consequently warm the big funny rubber gloves will work in a pinch. Used them on my first and wettest long distance ride. They are a bit clumsy and don't like to be clenched around a handgrip but they will get er done. They will cut the wind so a pair of winter gloves under them will work fairly well in the cold. Get the biggest size b/c you will probably need them and they will be more flexible too. Experience has taught me that a gauntlet is needed for warmth and dryness. You must keep the wrist covered and protected from the elements. My favorite gloves year round are Red Wing leather gauntlets with a layer of thinsulate. They are not armoured but are still far better than nothing in case of a slide. The comfort factor and quality is second to none also. The Vstrom is equiped with grip heaters and handguards so I have decent weather protection. I will be extending the handguards somewhat to keep my finger tips from cooling off and probably that will increase the effectiveness of the heated grips as a bonus. Something I have ordered, heated insoles(on back order of course)should just about cover my winter/cold gear. Yup, I am a wimp but I refuse to freeze. Riding when you are cold is not fun, not safe and just plain sucks. Extreme cold requires doors and a roof.

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12-08-2009, 07:39 PM	#22
burkbuilds Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shannon, Georgia Posts: 1,268	Re: More rain in Atlanta, I'm gonna need a jet ski! I just got back from school and it was really coming down tonight. The rain doesn't bother me that much, I slow down and wear good gear, what really annoys me is all the time it takes to get in and out of all the gear and then having to hang things up to dry before I can put it away.
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12-09-2009, 12:49 AM	#24
burkbuilds Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shannon, Georgia Posts: 1,268	Re: More rain in Atlanta, I'm gonna need a jet ski! That's a great point WW! The one thing I also need to do is to get something to waterproof my leather gloves. Any suggestions as to what works the best?
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12-09-2009, 10:35 AM	#25
mrlmd1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Crawfordville, Florida Posts: 2,853	Re: More rain in Atlanta, I'm gonna need a jet ski! Rubber or vinyl gloves over the top of them. Or get waterproof ski gloves. What kind of raingear do you have? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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12-09-2009, 12:29 PM	#26
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: More rain in Atlanta, I'm gonna need a jet ski! I have waterproof AlpineStar boots but my right foot got somewhat damp a while back so it is time for a spray-on treatment of some sort. Haven't tried it yet so there is no experience or recommendation to relate. As for keeping your gloves dry and consequently warm the big funny rubber gloves will work in a pinch. Used them on my first and wettest long distance ride. They are a bit clumsy and don't like to be clenched around a handgrip but they will get er done. They will cut the wind so a pair of winter gloves under them will work fairly well in the cold. Get the biggest size b/c you will probably need them and they will be more flexible too. Experience has taught me that a gauntlet is needed for warmth and dryness. You must keep the wrist covered and protected from the elements. My favorite gloves year round are Red Wing leather gauntlets with a layer of thinsulate. They are not armoured but are still far better than nothing in case of a slide. The comfort factor and quality is second to none also. The Vstrom is equiped with grip heaters and handguards so I have decent weather protection. I will be extending the handguards somewhat to keep my finger tips from cooling off and probably that will increase the effectiveness of the heated grips as a bonus. Something I have ordered, heated insoles(on back order of course)should just about cover my winter/cold gear. Yup, I am a wimp but I refuse to freeze. Riding when you are cold is not fun, not safe and just plain sucks. Extreme cold requires doors and a roof.
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