It features inner hand loops, an adjustable hood, taped seams and inner waist ties to keep it firmly in place – no billowy Marilyn Monroe effect here.Ĭonstructed from a waterproof and windproof nylon, this poncho measures 105cm long at the front, 85cm long at the back and 150cm wide. This cycling poncho is long and stylish for your commute. Each options is totally breathable and offers a variety of colours.Īvailable here from £63 Rainfrog – Nadya Navy and White Rose This cape comes in two fabric types: a strong lightweight ripstop fabric, and a more sturdy brushed micro-fibre fabric.
Designed with reflectivity in mind, the cape also have elestaic thumb loops and a handy mesh pack for when you take it off.
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If you’re looking for simple and faff free coverage then the Cleverlite cape is for you. When you’re not using the poncho, it can be stowed away in a neat little pouch.Īvailable here for £50 Cleverhood – Cleverlite Rain Cape It’s been designed to have a number of great features: drawstring hood, zipped waterproof chest pocket, reflective piping, side buttons and internal straps to hook onto the handlebars, or over hands so legs are protected from the rain. This stylish poncho is made from three layers of hard-wearing, and fully waterproof Japanese polyester. The hood is adjustable to accommodate your helmet, and the magnetic tapes are fitted so you can connect to the handlebars. The cape is constructed from extremely light PA fabric which is waterproof up to 10,000 mmH20. It’s easy to fold away into your bag, or rolled up into it’s own pouch and attached to your bike. If you’re a firm anti-pink wearer, then fear not because the Brooks England Cambridge Stowable Rain Cape is available in a number of other colours as well. While we’re not a fan of the term “shrink it n’pink it” in women’s cycling, we quite like a little pink here and there. Hand loops are also fitted too hook around your handle bars as you ride.Īvailable here for £38 Brooks England – Cambridge Stowable Rain Cape The poncho features 2 side entries for your arms, a front pocket to stash away essentials, a waist strap and reflective details to help you remain seen. The Covero Poncho II is designed from eco-friendly materials to provide ample coverage on your ride. Outdoor giants, Vaude, has an extensive range of waterproof jackets, ponchos and capes. It’s simple in design, but it’s super effective when battling the elements on the bike.Īvailable here for £88 Vaude – Covero Poncho II
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With reflective piping edges, cotton lining, a two-way zip and an inside pocket for your personal items, this poncho can also be fastened with a waist string, and fastened to your handle bars with built in straps.
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With a high collar and large hooded opening for your helmet, you can really ensure full coverage with this garment.Ĭreated for urban riders and stylish concious outdoors people, the urban poncho is constructed from waterproof nylon material. With tape fasteners on the inside, you can secure the poncho to yourself, and the bike – ideal for windy conditions. With taped seams throughout and reflective detail, this rain poncho will keep you dry, and seen in low-light conditions.Īvailable in one side, this poncho measures 97cm at the front and 85cm at the back. They don’t all have to be dreary and dull, you can get some pretty stylish designs and colours to compliment your ride, as well as keep you dry… Carradice – Duxback Rain Ponchoĭesigned specifically for cycling, this lightweight, reproofable waxed cotton is waterproof, rustle-proof and long lasting. These garments provide you with full cycling coverage from your head to your thighs, you can even get longer ones that cover your handlebars too!
This means you can either sit on the fabric to keep your saddle dry, or use the additional length to cover your seat entirely. Ponchos and capes are equipped with an extra long tail. You don’t have to worry about changing into or out of anything, you can simply pop them over your existing cycle clothing to ensure that you are kept bone dry. Investing in a good quality cycling rain cape/poncho is ideal to see you through the wet season. When we say ponchos and capes, we’re not referring to the thin bin liners you get at the theme parks, we mean quality made cycle specific ones – there is a difference. However, these billowy shapeless garments are pretty useful, and rather stylish. They get passed over for more stylish waterproof jackets instead. Capes and ponchos are commonly overlooked when it comes to cycling.
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