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Many riders don't ride when it's raining, and that's all right. But just because the road is wet doesn't mean you have to stay home, or take the dreaded car to work. This piece will show some of the key tools that will allow you to survive when the weather isn't perfect. | Many riders don't ride when it's raining, and that's all right. But just because the road is wet doesn't mean you have to stay home, or take the dreaded car to work. This piece will show some of the key tools that will allow you to survive when the weather isn't perfect. | ||
Learning to ride in the rain is just like learning to ride. It just takes a little time to get accustomed to it. A lot of the traction 'lost' in the rain is actually psychological. Commuters (who get stuck in the rain regularly) are usually quite comfortable in the | Learning to ride in the rain is just like learning to ride. It just takes a little time to get accustomed to it. A lot of the traction 'lost' in the rain is actually psychological. Commuters (who get stuck in the rain regularly) are usually quite comfortable in the wet. | ||
Things to definitely watch out for: | Things to definitely watch out for: | ||