A good waterproof jacket is essential for any cyclist.
Generally, if it is raining I don’t go out cycling, but, invariably you can be cycling when the rain starts.
I always carry a lightweight waterproof jacket such as this Lightweight waterproof jacket available for £29.99.
However, one limitation of these kind of jackets is that there is only one waterproof membrane, therefore, after about 45 minutes of rain, the water will start seeping through and you will feel damp, if not completely soaked. Basically, they are good for avoiding a temporary shower.
- A useful tip for carrying a lightweight jacket. Take an old plastic water bottle and cut it in half. The lightweight waterproof jacket will fit in here, then you can carry it in a bottle cage. Ideal, if you only need one water bottle and have 2 slots for water brackets.