| My last motorcycle cruise was a spur of the moment | | | | "OK, we have two more levels of Rain Gear |
| decision to ride with a group of my buddies. Wouldn't | | | | protection. Mid-level rain gear have a 2-1/2 layer of |
| you know it, 10 minutes into the ride and a drenching | | | | lightweight breathable fabric. You know how you get |
| rain started. Well my buddies pulled off the road and | | | | cold and clammy in the rain?" |
| slid on their rain gear and they were ready to roll. | | | | Ashamed to tell her about my rain encounter just |
| Stupid me watched with much envy, as I kicked | | | | yesterday I said, "Yea, I think I could imagine |
| myself for not buying any rain gear. I really wanted | | | | that feeling!" |
| to head home and change from my rain soaked | | | | "Well the mid-level fabric includes a dot pattern |
| jeans and drenched cotton jacket but my ego | | | | that is welded to the fabric and you don't have to |
| pushed me onward with the guys. That night as I | | | | have a mesh liner. It makes for a more comfortable |
| slithered from my cold slimy clothes I vowed to go | | | | rainsuit that is less bulky. It also packs up smaller. You |
| over to Adventure Harley-Davidson and pick me out | | | | can buy these as separates in case you need a |
| some good rain gear. | | | | different size for rainsuit top and rainsuit bottom. This |
| Waking early, I got dressed and hopped on my | | | | level of rain gear is wonderful for longer rides in wet |
| V-Rod® Muscle and headed to Adventure H-D. | | | | weather. The price range is usually from $150-$200. |
| Upon arrival I was greeted by Jeff, Matt, Lori. Yea, all | | | | "Wow" I'm glad I asked for help. I did not |
| the Adventure gang was up and at it this morning. | | | | know anything about these levels," I bellowed. |
| They all know me there since it is my favorite | | | | "Tom, I have one more level to tell you about. |
| hangout. I saw Carolyn from MotorClothes® and | | | | High-End Rainsuits use all the latest and greatest |
| anxiously said,"Hey, I desparately need some | | | | technology and are made with the best materials you |
| Rain Gear!" | | | | can buy. With this type of Rain Gear you'll be able to |
| "Hi Tom, we've got every level of | | | | wear the thinnest jacket and pant that have superior |
| Harley-Davidson® Rain Gear available," said | | | | waterproof and breathability. You'll want to look for |
| Carolyn. | | | | materials like Gore-Tex® Paclite®. These are |
| "Is there different levels in Rain Gear?" | | | | extremely lightweight and they form an impenetrable |
| "Let me explain it to you Tom. An entry level | | | | barrier against wind and water. This material lets your |
| rainsuit has waterproof fabrics to help keep light rain | | | | skin breath by allowing perspiration to escape. It helps |
| from messing up your ride. These rainsuits are an | | | | you not to get cold and clammy. Tom, this type of |
| inexpensive choice when you just need protection | | | | Rain Gear is so lightweight that it reduces bulk while |
| for a short time period. They start at about $99-$139 | | | | you are wearing it or when it is packed. You can use |
| dollars." Carolyn smiled as she explained. | | | | this rain gear for light rain or extreme conditions. |
| "Tell me about the next level, I need | | | | They start at $200 and up. |
| something that I can be out in the rain in for a longer | | | | "Carolyn, that Gore-Tex® sounds great for |
| time," I implored. | | | | me, show me some styles with that material. |