Rainlegs

Magwood

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• Mar 23, 2015

• #1

Has anyone got experience of these Rainlegs on the camino? To state the supplier's blurb...

Rainlegs - raintrousers - protect the upper legs against rain, wind and the cold. The product has been manufactured from wind- and waterproof (5000 mbar) ripstop nylon and weighs only 140 grams. These "raintrousers" are open on the back of the legs, so that no condensation can take place and clothes will stay dry. "Less is more" and "more is less".

A friend has loaned me a pair for use on my forthcoming camino. I haven't tried them yet, but I can see that they might be a useful item of gear. Any feedback appreciated.

 

Sheesh

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• Mar 23, 2015

• #2

Thanks for sharing Magwood. The Rain Legs look like they would have the most utility for cyclists in light showers. I'm doubtful that they would add benefit for walkers.
I have occasionally looked at an item called Exped Rain Chaps. It is a crotchless pant that you can pull on over your boots, one leg at a time.
Here is a youtube clip about the Exped Chaps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb1p4OhiReA

I too would like to come up with a better rain wear system than I've used in the past.

 

Last edited: Mar 23, 2015

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• Mar 24, 2015

• #3

If it rains, and it will, your lower legs will get wet..... I use the Ferrol rain poncho (made in Italy) Goes on like a coat. Has room for you pack. Hangs down to your ankles. My last camino it rained 7 out of 14 days. Only had wet feet and lower pant legs.

 

JohnMcM

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• Mar 24, 2015

• #4

Magwood said:

Has anyone got experience of these Rainlegs on the camino? To state the supplier's blurb...
Any feedback appreciated.

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Hi Maggie,
Never used them myself but I have heard about them (so this is anecdotal).
Apparently they are "sort of ok" but problematic and not much use when the wind and rain is behind you or from the side unless you turn them around.
Perhaps more of a concern is that they promote a trickle of water down your leg towards the inside-top of your boot when worn for walking.

Best