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uberthumper · # 6 13-06-12, 10:11

I've had a Hein Gericke one for the last four years or so - the ones which were designed to go with the 'Celtic' leathers, although I presume they still do something similar for whatever their current leathers are.

Cost about �50. It's lined, which is good because it's properly windproof and toasty warm. Does mean it doesn't pack down quite as small, and you can get a bit tangled up if you're trying to put it on in a hurry.

Unfortunately I managed to shred both legs of mine in the lakes while on the trails - combination of spiky off-road footpegs and brambles, etc. With this in mind, I may just buy the cheapest suit I can find for trail use in future and treat them as disposable.

Edit: For something I'm only going to wear if it's wet and/or cold, I prefer a one-piece, because then it does the job properly. Don't find the practicality an issue for bike-related stuff. The only downside is if you are touring and doing stuff off the bike, end up packing another waterproof jacket to wear.