Touring in rain ?

[flynrider]

Having a big windshield like the Plexistar can be a big help. When the skies open up, you make yourself as small as possible and keep your speed up. I rode through a couple of heavy isolated thunderstorms last year on my way to Idaho. Instead of stopping to put on rain gear, I opted to ride through the dark rain shaft, hoping it wasn't too big. It worked out quite well. I was only wet from the knees down. My upper body stayed pretty dry.

I'm getting ready to leave for this year's trek to Idaho in the morning. According to the weather wizards, I'll probably be using my rain gear this time. Lots of widespread showers most of the way.