Hi everyone, not sure if BIFL, as textiles are generally prone to wear out. I’m looking for good rainproof trousers. A little background: I’m commuting by bike, 7 km back and forth plus train commute, all year. Due to the geographical region (Germany) there is a good chance of unforseen rain.
Now I’m looking for a well built, stable set of rainproof trousers. I’m not a fan of those standard trousers where you need to put your feet or shoes through, as I’d like to put them on spontaneously and without too much hassle. I recently found out about full zipper trousers which kind of have a side entry rather than a top entry. They seem interesting, but I’m unsure about the practicability.
I’d be glad to hear your experiences with rainproof trousers for commuting, and ideally a buy it for life very long recommendation.
It might not be exactly rain proof but I use cross-country ski pants personally, you can get them with full zippers up the side. The fronts are usually very water resistant with vents in the knees and usually breathable fabric on the back, that way you don’t get swampy underneath (previously had full water proof rubber ones a friend gave away to me very unpleasant to use). Long as your bike has full fenders then the backs being breathable become a big plus. I just keep a pair in the bottom of my bag with me and a rain poncho and Im ready for whenever it decides to pour.