Their Octavia Rain Cape has a pretty unique look to it because of its translucent All Weather Shell stretch fabric. The fabric is very lightweight, breathable and it doesn’t restrict your movement on the bike. It’s also great for shielding you from the wind. Yes, but it doesn’t fit well under a helmet, nor over a helmet, and can obstruct peripheral vision.

Peoples Rain Gear | High Quality Waterproof Products | Peoples Rain Gear | High Quality Waterproof

More than anything it felt normal riding with the poncho on. The waistband did its job to keep the poncho covering my body, and the hood kept on my head. Made from 100% waterproof Pongee fabric, the cycling rain cape has you covered – and your bike too! It’s easy to fold away into your bag, or rolled up into it’s own pouch and attached to your bike. The cape is constructed from extremely light PA fabric which is waterproof up to 10,000 mmH20. The hood is adjustable to accommodate your helmet, and the magnetic tapes are fitted so you can connect to the handlebars. I only buy things I really need and have the criteria that they must be multi-functional and long-lasting. I have so far found that The People’s Poncho fits the bill.Years ago I found myself at work needing to pedal home. The trouble is that a storm had rolled into town and the rain was pouring! I can honestly say that The People’s Poncho has become a firm favourite in my wet weather gear and will be sure to go on some adventures with me in the future. I haven’t tried it on my (clashing pink) Brompton yet, but will write a post on that when the time comes. There are obviously different needs when it comes to pedalling around. Once again it performed great! It did its job perfectly. The claim of 100% waterproof held up. I had my doubts, but this poncho really will keep you bone dry with it on.

of the Best Cycling Rain Capes • Bicycle 2 Work 5 of the Best Cycling Rain Capes • Bicycle 2 Work

With this said, Cleverhood cleverly (haha) used interwoven reflective thread to make the cape reflective from passing headlights. pretty cool! Ponchos and capes are equipped with an extra long tail. This means you can either sit on the fabric to keep your saddle dry, or use the additional length to cover your seat entirely. 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! There are a variety of methods to dealing with rain while cycling, but I wanted to try the poncho approach. I began researching rain capes and ponchos hoping to find one that keep me dry and not make me look goofy. 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. Investing in a good quality cycling rain cape/poncho is ideal to see you through the wet season. 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. Don’t let the rain stop you from riding your bike. With the right poncho, you can make it through the wettest of weather.

A few things to think about when buying a cycling rain cape…

Although I have all the gear from a raincoat, to waterproof pants; gaiters to brollies, sometimes you simply need something easy for the rainiest of days. And something which doesn’t look too out of place in the city. I will admit that gaiters are a strange look when wandering around central Manchester – even when they are needed on a very flooded Market Street!