any good rain coat to recommand?

[naim]

guys..you might want to try this shop.....without protective padding $70 and with protective padding $100

long rain coat like touring jacket.

 

call : KNOX - Vincent foo @ +65 98349592 (call before you go down)

shop located @ Blk 541 Jurong West ave 1 #01-1046C S640541

 

web page : http://www.planet-knox.com

 

good waterproofing but thr is no ventilation on this one.. so it gets quite warm once d rain stops/temperature goes up...

[Streetwise]

I use Scotchgard Heavy Duty Water repellent for outdoor fabric to rejunvenate my raincoat. Been using raincoat for 3yrs+. Still no leaks. Usually when start leaking, let the rain coat dry, spray on, let it dry and it will last for the whole raining season.

[Only4TheWeak]

I use Scotchgard Heavy Duty Water repellent for outdoor fabric to rejunvenate my raincoat. Been using raincoat for 3yrs+. Still no leaks. Usually when start leaking, let the rain coat dry, spray on, let it dry and it will last for the whole raining season.

 

Where do you get the Scotchgard Heavy Duty Water repellent??

[Unclelim]

Hi Gurus

Where to buy the plain bright yellow colour rain suits(like TP rain suit colour) ? Seen a few riders using it.

Thanks and have a nice safe riding weekend

[slayer2cool]

anybody knows how to "break in" those arai jacket? they feel tough enough but quite hot wearing them even at night. think cos no vents at the front, only at the back.

[gnk_dj]

those which they use in ssdc?

[dany]

My Arai Raincoat start to smell at the arm area wen i wear them...

 

Can i wash it with normal fabric detergent and soak it clean? Will it make my raincoat spoilt?

[outdoorchap]

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/342894-WTS-Goretex-Rain-Coats

 

If you guys are looking for goretex rain coats, do let me know.

[MERCENARY]

Well mine will be mouldy,so i guess must really dry under the sun or be really dry.

I bought my arai rain coat from HKL a few months back,wore it less than 5 times.

The pants centre part will be wet,only on big weather storms.

Going to view knox shop at jurong west later to get a rain pants most likely.

My arai top is too big for me too.

[robertgl]

Dainese is at ubi ave 3.. Rs taichi is at motoworld, gt 2 place one is at kaki bukit.. Last tym i check dainese bruxelles selling @ S$202.. Bt i bought rs taichi @ S$140.. Excellent ventilation.. Been thru 3days nonstop rain.. Good buy.. Never regret.. =)

 

Thanks for the feedback. Will take a look at the rs taichi.

[MERCENARY]

guys..you might want to try this shop.....without protective padding $70 and with protective padding $100

long rain coat like touring jacket.

 

call : KNOX - Vincent foo @ +65 98349592 (call before you go down)

shop located @ Blk 541 Jurong West ave 1 #01-1046C S640541

 

web page : http://www.planet-knox.com

 

 

Just to share i have used many different type of raincoats,Rs tachi,Arai,Saf Camo and etc.

I went down a few days back with my friend,indeed very friendly and knowledgeable for his son.

The Knox armour protection is indeed a state of the art for gloves.

For the raincoat,the good thing was there was straps for the top which i have seen for the first time.

Its more comfortable than the Arain Version,almost similar to the Rs tachi but much thicker

They are to prevent your raincoat from flapping,so that water wouldnt seep in that easily.

The waterproofing will last longer too.

The good thing is you can buy the pants and top separately which is terrific.Just replaced whichever worn out first.Just like tyres.

 

I strongly recommend this set of raincoat,you can buy the armours too when you want.

Cause the pockets are in it already,just need to insert them only.

I am no friends of theirs.It based on a motorcyclist who have rode for 11yrs

[metal.rooster]

i like 1-pc rainsuit. very convenient and fun to wear. it is really not so difficult to wear them. it's the 2-pc that I find quite difficult to wear. most of the time, i get terribly wet before finishing wearing the 2-pc. struggling with the zip-lock is a pain.

 

see this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRHd01slmWA

[robertgl]

Just got the taichi and it is good

[AeROSmitH]

i like 1-pc rainsuit. very convenient and fun to wear. it is really not so difficult to wear them. it's the 2-pc that I find quite difficult to wear. most of the time, i get terribly wet before finishing wearing the 2-pc. struggling with the zip-lock is a pain.

 

see this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRHd01slmWA

 

where did u buy ur 1 piece? how much?

[metal.rooster]

where did u buy ur 1 piece? how much?

 

it's $75. u go http://www.facebook.com/Geared.Rider. a local online seller.

[LXY]

Any comments on FFS rain coat? Where to buy one? Manny thanks

[sh3rman]

rs taichi. back to back rainy days not a problem. arrive at work dry.

[Azroy12d]

Been doing despatch for 11yrs already, so i've tested a few kinds of raincoat. The best is still rs taichi DM. Lasted for 3yrs till my wife accidentally put it inside a washing machine. Lol! So bought myself a new set last mth. Cost me abt $220. Damn worth it guys. U shud try it. Worth the investment.

[kaze-no-koe]

got any rain coat to recommend that can also be used as normal jacket/windbreaker

[2299]

Can tell me more how the water sip into drymaster pants?

 

me using timberland, 100% waterproof ,onli the drymaster pants water sips in

[2299]

I just bought Taichi Rainmaster for $145 from Kaki Bukit last month. First time trying, so decided to go for the cheapest one instead of the 2 other Rainmaster X model going at $210 discounted. Tried 2 solid down pour so far, dame good!!! Only minor adjustment needed is that if you are wearing long sleeves to work, fold up the cuff 1-2 fold is necessary.

 

Now that I have the set, upon closer examination, here's what I found:

 

- It appears that the jacket material has some kind of chemical coating and I notice some spot is not perfect (i.e. minor patchy area where coating not even). NP, lucky I did but the $210ones.

 

- Jacket very breathable, can even feel the chill wind hitting my chest when riding and best of all, inside still 100% dry.

 

- The rain pants is not made of breathable material, can feel slight warm sometimes but no biggie. So far, putting on the whole suit does not get my body baking inside. Sheltered carparks can be warm because of the heat from cars (not the fault of the suit), once you are out in the rain, cool as cucumber.

 

- The key towards a waterproof jacket is in the front zipper (biggest culprit in seeping water). Taichi has a double velkro flap over the zipper, a real winner! I compared and trial tested with a normal waterproof sports and discovered this cause.

 

- The jacket neck velkro is quite comfortable, even at 95% tight (not strangling myself), no water sips in!

 

 

Was told that after about 2 years, water tightness may drop and it's end of life of the jacket. I'm taking good care of it, so let's see how long mine last....got a friend having it for > 2 years and still counting on this good boy each time it pours!

Edited September 12, 2012 by 2299

[naim]

My u-techn raincoat set (from the jurong west knox shop) started to leak alr. Granted it was quite affordable (i tink abt 90 per set) its 2 yrs lifespan was quite worth it. Pants start to leak and so did some parts of the sleeves.

 

So was interested in RS taichi but its wayyy too ex. So i searched online and found the Frogg Toggs brand in USA. Very popular outdoor wear. And they have a few made for motorcycling.

 

Took the plunge and ordered a set of Road Toad. Ard $90+ total with shipping.

 

Got it and amazed with the material. Its like paper! Very soft and thin! And its texture is exactly like those kitchen paper towel. Rained so i tested it.

 

Its so comfy! I bought a size too big but it doesnt flap so much and makes getting into it quickly (duuhhh!) a breeze! arrived after a heavy shower and totally dry and not feeling warm and sticky like all the other raincoats i hv tried. Also have a hood so u can wear it underneath d helmet so that water dont drip down behind.

 

Only issue i find is the collar doesnt hv a velcro so if wear open face, suspect water can drip in (i wear FF so no issue). Also, the pants have side pocket entry. Just undo a clip button and u can access ur pockets inside. Not a smart design! My pockets felt a little damp actly, but maybe could be because mine was too big la.

 

All in all, worth it so far. Now is just a matter of its lifespan. Some riders in USA hv used theirs over 3-4 years then start to leak. Highly recommended!

[2299]

Got model no.?

 

Which online site you bought from?

[naim]

Got model no.?

 

Which online site you bought from?

 

I tink jux google for Frogg Toggs. They hv a range for motorcyclists. The one i bought is called Road Toad. I got from ebay. Just find one wif lowest price inclusive of shipping la. rmb the size is very big.

[2299]

This one?

 

 

http://www.extremesupply.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/600x600/froggtoggs/froggtoggs_jackets/froggtoggs_roadtoad_jacket.jpg