Waterproof over trousers

[Pale Rider]

It's been raining so someone will be on asking about waterproofs.

I am that cyclist.

Any suggestions for good value waterproof trousers?

No budget as such, but I can't justify hundreds on something which will only be used occasionally.

Something that will screw up small would be preferable - warmth is not required.

I've used the term 'waterproof', but I don't expect 100 per cent impermeability.

Experience from years ago suggests there is likely to be some seapage at the seams.

 

[Neilsmith]

I just picked up the ones that I could fold up the smallest that were a reasonable price, about a tenner, in an outdoors shop. They just sit in my sadle bag till I need them, I try and ride through most weather I usually save them for downpours and occasionally warmth if I need an extra layer

 

[marshmella]

I absolutely love my non cycling specific Berghaus deluge overtrousers.They work fine on my half hour commute and keep out all but the heaviest rain.

 

[ScotiaLass]

I have a nice pair I got from Mountain Warehouse (own brand if I remember).
I think they were advertised as walking trousers but they are very light and very good at keeping out the water. Got them in last years sale for £14.99

 

[Pale Rider]

Thanks for the replies.

Looks like something for £10 or £15 from an outdoor shop should suit.

The Berghaus Deluge are almost certainly better quality, but are twice the price so not really worth it - for me.

 

[slowmotion]

I've got some Altura Night Vision overtrousers. The fabric is quite heavy duty and seem to work well in heavy rain. They don't pack down very small, but I don't see that as a big problem. They cost anywhere between £35 to £50 depending on where you seek them out.

 

[Neilsmith]

I've got some Altura Night Vision overtrousers. The fabric is quite heavy duty and seem to work well in heavy rain. They don't pack down very small, but I don't see that as a big problem. They cost anywhere between £35 to £50 depending on where you seek them out.

Just a point on this I did have thicker heavier trousers that I had previously, I found it hard to find a place to carry them, when I did put them on I hated the heavy restricting feeling, the current ones feel so much lighter and less restrictive when peddling

 

[slowmotion]

Just a point on this I did have thicker heavier trousers that I had previously, I found it hard to find a place to carry them, when I did put them on I hated the heavy restricting feeling, the current ones feel so much lighter and less restrictive when peddling

I take the point. I may well be wrong but I've always assumed that weight is the price you pay for dry legs.

 

[Pale Rider]

I hated the heavy restricting feeling, the current ones feel so much lighter and less restrictive when peddling

Light is what I want for the reasons you state.

I thought lightweight might be next to useless, so I'm quite encouraged to read they should do a tolerable job.

The Altura ones are bound to be better, but are more what I would describe as commuter spec.

If I ride in the rain it's likely to be due to a dodgy weather forecast or unforeseen delay when already out and about.

 

[Neilsmith]

I think if it rains heavy enough your getting some form of wet regardless of what your wearing, wether it's from the inside out or outside in

 

[annedonnelly]

I've a cheap Aldi pair and a pair that I bought for walking years ago. Both do the job for me.

Cycling-specific ones often have reflective strips which you may like to have.

A word of warning - when you get off the bike don't sit/lean on things - that makes the water soak through the waterproofs. If you ever see me on the train in waterproofs I'll be standing all the way

 

[slowmotion]

The Altura ones are bound to be better, but are more what I would describe as commuter spec.

They are "commuter spec" . Well put.

 

[Dayvo]

Pair of baggy rain shorts and leggings with bibs does the job for me, unless it's cold, wet and windy.

 

[Pale Rider]

I've a cheap Aldi pair and a pair that I bought for walking years ago. Both do the job for me.

Cycling-specific ones often have reflective strips which you may like to have.

A word of warning - when you get off the bike don't sit/lean on things - that makes the water soak through the waterproofs. If you ever see me on the train in waterproofs I'll be standing all the way

Good tip about sitting down off the bike - I like my coffee/cigar/shoot the breeze stops as you know.

I suppose one could always drop one's (over) trousers before sitting.

 

[Pat "5mph"]

I absolutely love my non cycling specific Berghaus deluge overtrousers.They work fine on my half hour commute and keep out all but the heaviest rain.

I treated myself to those on suggestion of @potsy - much reduced on a sale, of course only needed them once so far, found them great, did not get wet at all.
You don't want to wear something too thermal under them, as they are quite warm.
Linky, female version of course