So for years I have just ridden in leathers while touring. Ridden in plenty of rain and hail, but never in any torrential, can't see the road downpours. Rain gear has never been a real consideration for me. Planning a 2-week trip to Yellowstone and Glacier, so I am curious about whether or not I should buy some. For those of you who wear rain gear, do you wear your gear over your leathers or do you wear a lighter garment underneath with the rain gear on top? Seems awfully bulky to me, but I'd like to hear opinions. If you favor a particular brand I'd like to hear that as well,but don't feel compelled.

 

I got some rain gear for christmas. I think you'd be okay either way. I got tourmaster stuff and it's not really bulky at all.

 

I've tried a few brands and I personally like harleys brand the best. Good stuff IMO.

 

I have always taken rain gear with me on trips .. riding in the rain very long even in warm weather ,your risking hypethermia and that can lead to a crash .

I currently use a light weight breathable FrogTogg Rain Suit . Frog Togg makes all kinds of rain suits make sure its one of theres made for motorcycle riding .

They came with iron on heat sheilds for the legs if you wanted to use them .. i chose instead to make my own . i bought an old black leather coat for $5 at a thrift store. i cut two large patchs ,treated with snowSeal leather water proof and sewed them to the inside of the legs.

When its raining i usually I wear this suit over my leathers .

Another advantage is in the mountains like YellowStone temps can suddenly drop.
so the rain suit can help keep you warm.

I was in yellostone in july when temps dropped down to 32f one night.

i paid about $60 for my rain suit on sale from Sportmans Guide
http://shop.sportsmansguide.com/net/....aspx?a=516603

• Waterproof and breathable frogg toggs non-woven, completely seam-sealed polypropylene fabric
• Frog Eyzz® reflective piping for better visibility at night
• "Action-cut" raglan sleeves for high-mobility, full-body cut fits comfortably over insulated clothing
• Seamless shoulders and other stress points for strength
• Tuck-away hood
• Snug wrist and waist bands keep out wind and rain
• Front zipper, nickel-plated spring-snap storm flap
• Pass-through pockets on pants
• Zippered leg openings go on easy over boots or shoes.
• Machine wash / drip dry. Imported.

 

I bought mine for over the leathers. I figured, higher risk in the rain anyway, there was no way I was going to swap out leathers for lighter padding for the rain suit while upping the risk in riding anyway. I've never laid one down in the rain, so it could be argued that it was pointless, but I'd rather be safe than the alternative.

 

Yeah, it seems to me that wearing rain gear over your leathers is the thing to do. Just wasn't sure, cause I n have never chosen to buy it.

 

Froggtoggs entry level suit is called DriDucks. Runs about $45 and is breathable and 100% waterproof. I found mine at Cabella's.
I don't think there is a better suit in that price few range.

 

I like Frog Togg too and used an ironing board material on the inside right leg as a heat shield. It wasn't sewn on but I used an adhesive. I also sprayed it with water repellent.

 

We were in Yellowstone a couple of years ago. It snowed on us in the passes on the way t the park. While we were there it rained and hailed. Do not get me wrong, it was an awesome trip, but having propper gear will allow you to enjoy it all the more.

 

Great idea! Do you just buy an ironing board cover?