Biking in the rain

[berns]

Help me out here...what do I need to stay dry in addition to fenders?

I tried a Coleman Nylon rain suit, but while that kept the rain off of me, you can't breath at all in those things and I ended up soaked in sweat. :-)

[destron]

I'd say it depends on how often you need to be in the rain and how hard it is raining. I have a pair of bike pants and an expensive bike jacket with breathable but waterproof fabric and zippers under the armpits. Wear a cycling hat under your helmet to keep the rain from dripping in your eyes. But, it doesn't really rain that hard in Seattle -- just often. If you are trying to get through a torrential downpour... might be rough! There are also waterproof booties you can put over your shoes but they are expensive.

[berns]

Not a torrential downpour -- more of a Seattle type rain.

[destron]

Also, wool is your friend. If it gets wet, it still keeps you warm(ish). I'm cycling year-round this year, so I will be getting a bit of rain!

[GuitarStv]

I just get wet.  The waterproof jackets and stuff tend to make me really overheat too.  I keep a change of clothes in a plastic bag in my panniers.  Fenders help keep most of the road crud off of your back and face though.

[drg]

I live in England, so cool and rainy.

On the way in:
Breathable waterproof shell-jacket and trousers.  Wool gloves with rubber grips. Rubber boots---I keep shoes at my desk.  Wool socks.  Jacket has adjustable hood that I can pull tight to keep visibility good.  If it's chilly, I layer a fleece underneath the jacket.  If it's really cold, I sub in my knee-length waterproof winter jacket.

On the way home:
Whatever, I just get wet.  I'll be home soon and can change into dry clothes.

Never hurts to increase your visibility when it's rainy.  Think bright vests, lights, etc.