CELL PHONE: Horseback riding rain gear

Monday 16 July 2012

Horseback riding rain gear

These rain pants use a medium-weight waterproof, breathable 2.5 layer fabric, that will withstand the stresses of daily commuting or cycle touring. In our experience, rain pants can get hot and sweaty if there is no active ventilation provided. Based on substantial field testing (riding in the rain – its a job, but someone has to do it) we have engineered effective vents that won’t let rain in.

Vents are in two places: the knee and at the upper waist. We have constructed an articulated knee, sort of like a shingle, that uses a sturdy lycra panel to provide lower leg ventilation and eliminates binding when pedaling. The vertical side pockets (with zipper closure) have a mesh liner, providing ventilation when the pockets are open. These four vents (two knees, two pockets) effectively prevent sweat buildup during hard efforts, like doing a long climb