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Test: lined rainwear

Test: lined rainwear
Dry and warm in the rain?

Winter and precipitation ?? an extremely uncomfortable combination for motorcyclists. Unless they have an effective aid against cold and wet. For example, rainwear with a thermal lining.

Holger Hertneck

December 18, 2008

Everyone who has already put on an appropriate skin in the summer when it rains knows that rainwear also provides good protection from the wind and thus from the cold. After a few minutes you will be stewing in your own juice. With the low temperatures of the winter months, the insulation capacity of unlined rainwear is of course not sufficient. Clothing equipped with thermal inserts is also required here. MOTORRAD took a look around the market and got rain suits and trousers from all brands that could be delivered during the production period.

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And for whom are the models particularly suitable? The lined rain suits are suitable for both the wet and cold trip to the office and for hardened motorcyclists who want to indulge in their hobby even on cold winter days. Pulled over the leather suit or functional clothing make it possible “Feed” even longer stages without the body cooling down. The rain pants with thermal lining, which were also tested, only make sense in combination with a waterproof, warm textile jacket. Scooter riders in particular use the practical and quickly put on trousers for their daily commute to work. But even motorcyclists who quickly cool down on their legs will be happy about the sometimes cozy, warm trousers.

Test criteria

A total of four lined rain suits and six lined rain pants face the MOTORRAD test according to the following criteria.

Watertightness (30 points): extremely important to prevent hypothermia. Because even the slightest traces of moisture on the skin, at low temperatures in combination with the airflow, remove an enormous amount of heat from the body within a very short time. For the practical test, a MOTORRAD employee had to be hosed down with a large water jet in a typical driving position. Suits and pants that kept dry for ten minutes get full marks. While all pants passed the test, the station wagons came from Germas and rev’it to failure phenomena. Cause: the diagonal zipper, which was not designed in a well thought-out way, in whose cover water collects when sitting. Sooner or later it seeps through the zipper in the area of ​​the thigh and at the crotch. How it works despite the diagonal zipper is demonstrated by Louis, in which the cover strip is constructed in such a way that the water can drain away even when you are seated.

insulation (30 points): At temperatures just above zero, we went on a test drive with an undisguised Suzuki Bandit 1200. For a better assessment of the insulation capacity, the tester only wore jeans and a sweater under the lined rainwear. In order not to catch pneumonia, he did the pants test in combination with a warm functional jacket.

Fit (5 points): Arm and leg lengths as well as the body shape should be sufficiently long or wide so that the rainwear fits comfortably over the driver’s equipment. Common weak point: leg lengths that are too short. In the sitting position, the leg ends partially slide over the boots, which leads to cold spots and also lets rain water through. The combination and pants from Germas as well as the Rev’it suit – especially with thick undergarments – are negatively conspicuous. The Spidi-Gargoil pants, which fit well and have a high back, impress with the best fit.

Processing / equipment (15 points): How clean are the candidates and what features do they have? This includes protector equipment, pockets, reflective material, execution of all fasteners, width adjusters and much more. The station wagon comes with the prepared protector pockets polo Snowtrooper at the front, those for the pants Spidi Gargoil with protectors on the knees and hips and eye-catching reflective material.

handling (10 points): It should be possible to put on and take off with boots if it only gets too cold on the way. With a little practice and gathering the trouser legs, this works with all models. Also rated: the fixing of arm and leg ends, front fastening and waistband.

Driving behavior (10 points): The station wagons and trousers had to prove their driving ability on the test lap on country roads and autobahns (up to 150 km / h). When it comes to pants, Spidi Gargoil, who sits absolutely flutter-free and does not slip, scores full points for herself. The robust Polo Snowtrooper is ahead of the station wagons. All in all, all candidates were able to convince with their decent driving behavior.

Germas Alaska one piece

Providers: Germas, phone 0911/635008, www.germas.de
Sizes: S to XXXL; Color: Black / Anthracite; Price: 79.95 euros

plus
Keeps you comfortably warm; Reflex piping on the upper body; an outside and inside pocket; also put on and take off with boots; Leg ends with zip, Velcro fastener and elastic band can be easily fixed; Collar closes tightly; still good driving behavior with little tendency to flutter

minus
In the wetness test after just under a minute in the area of ​​the right thigh / crotch badly leaking ?? due to the very clumsily constructed diagonal zipper; leg length too short; neither protectors nor prepared pockets; no width adjustment, only elastic on the arm cuffs

Conclusion
The weakness in the wetness test costs the otherwise decent Alaska a far better rating. The suit offers a welcome additional warmth pad in cold temperatures ?? the leg lengths should, however, be longer.

MOTORRAD verdict: sufficient

One-piece Louis Proof Thermo

Providers: Louis, phone 040/73419360, www.louis.de
Sizes: XS to XXXL; Color: black / yellow
Price: from 59.95 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm; still good fit; clearly visible coloring, also many noticeable reflective stripes; also put on and take off with boots; close-fitting cuffs and leg ends; good handling, little tendency to flutter

minus
Neither protectors nor prepared pockets; only one (inside) pocket; closed collar presses in sporty driving posture

Conclusion
The Proof Thermo not only keeps you tight and warm, but is also the most visible suit in the test field thanks to its bright colors and lots of reflective material. To avoid the pressure point on the collar, simply buy one size larger.

MOTORRAD verdict: Good
MOTORCYCLE buyer’s tip

One-piece polo Snowtrooper

Providers: Polo express delivery, phone 0211/9796699, www.polo-motorrad.de
Sizes: M to XXL; Color: Black
Price: 79.95 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you extremely warm, best cold insulation in the test; still good fit; prepared protector pockets on shoulders, elbows, knees, hips and back; Reflex piping on the upper body; an outside and inside pocket; also put on and take off with boots; close-fitting leg ends with zip and Velcro fastener; Velcro strap width adjustment on the upper arms to prevent flapping; very grippy anti-slip trim on the buttocks; very good driving behavior with very little tendency to flutter

minus
No protectors; Arm cuffs only with zipper, cannot be closed tightly

Conclusion
Thanks to excellent insulation and absolute waterproofness, the Snowtrooper deserves the test victory. It is almost like a real thermal combination (including pack size) and is suitable for everyone who often drives long distances in the cold.

MOTORRAD verdict: very good

One piece Rev’it Blizzard

Providers: Rev ?? it, phone 0031 / (0) 412-696740, www.revit.eu
Sizes: XS to XYL (XXXL)
Colors: red, black; Price: 99.99 euros

plus
Very cleanly processed; noticeable reflective stripes; an outside and inside pocket; easy to put on and take off even with boots; thanks to Velcro fastener or Velcro strip, tightly closable cuffs and leg ends; Waist belt; Velcro strap width adjustment on the upper arms to prevent flapping; good driving behavior with little tendency to flutter

minus
In the wetness test after almost three minutes in the area of ​​the right thigh / crotch badly leaking ?? due to the clumsily constructed diagonal zip; warms only moderately due to thin lining; leg length too short; neither protectors nor prepared pockets; too small collar width adjustment range

Conclusion
Its small packing volume makes it easy to store on a motorcycle or scooter, the incorrectly covered diagonal zipper unfortunately prevents leaks in the rain. The Blizzard’s insulation capacity is sufficient for short distances, but not for longer tours.

MOTORRAD verdict: sufficient

Germas Thermo trousers

Providers: Germas, phone 0911/635008, www.germas.de
Sizes: XS to XXXL
Color: Black; Price: 26 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm; Removable thermal lining; also put on and take off with boots; still good driving behavior; tight-fitting leg ends with zip and elastic band

minus
Moderate fit with a leg that is far too short; Inner lining on legs not fixed? disturbs when undressing; neither protectors nor pockets provided for them; no reflective material; no pockets; only elastic band on the waistband

Conclusion
Very inexpensive overcoat, which is well suited for short-distance use, keeps you tight and warm, but is a bit short on the legs.

MOTORRAD verdict: Good

Germot Dundee trousers

Providers: Germot, phone 06103/459100, www.germot.de
Sizes: XS to 4XL; Color: Black
Price: 39.90 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm; acceptable fit; a back pocket; Elastic band and cord on the waistband; also put on and take off with boots; good driving behavior; close-fitting leg ends with zip and Velcro straps

minus
Neither protectors nor pockets provided for them; no reflective material

Conclusion
Waterproof and ?? at least up to temperatures around five degrees ?? permanently warm. A good choice for leisurely country road strolls and urban use.

MOTORRAD verdict: Good

Pants hero Rico

Providers: Held, phone 08321/66460, www.held.de
Sizes: XS to 5XL; Color: Black
Price: 29.95 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm; acceptable fit; prepared protector pockets on the knees; Reflex piping on the calves; also put on and take off with boots; very good driving behavior; close-fitting leg ends with zip and Velcro straps

minus
No pockets; only elastic band on the waistband

Conclusion
Motorcyclists and scooters are not only happy about the low price, but also about the Rico’s warm thermal lining and moisture protection.

MOTORRAD verdict: Good

Ixs Jungle trousers

Providers: Hostettler, phone 07631/18040, www.ixs.com
Sizes: XS to 5XL; Color: Black
Price: 62.50 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm extremely well; very well processed; Removable thermal lining; Knee protectors; Reflective stripes on the leg closure; an outside pocket; prepared belt loops; easy to put on and take off with boots; very good driving behavior; Leg width can be easily adjusted using two Velcro straps

minus
Moderate fit ?? extremely wide on the buttocks; only elastic band on the waistband

Conclusion
Thanks to the wide cut, the jungle can be comfortably slipped over a leather suit or textile suit, so that you can do longer laps, dry and warm, even at temperatures around freezing point.

MOTORRAD verdict: very good
MOTORCYCLE buyer’s tip

Polo Drive Winter trousers

Providers: Polo express delivery, phone 0211/9796699, www.polo-motorrad.de
Sizes: S to XXXL
Color: Black; Price: 69.95 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm very well; very well processed; insulated with fluffy faux fur on the buttocks and knees; prepared protector pockets on knees and hips; Reflective material on the knees; a total of four outside pockets; prepared belt loops and holes for braces; short connection zipper; Anti-slip trim on the buttocks; easy to put on and take off with boots

minus
Moderate fit with very wide legs; only elastic band on the waistband; Leg width not adjustable, tendency to flutter when driving fast

Conclusion
The robust, very warm and waterproof polo pants are ideal for scooter riders on the way to the office. The wide leg cuffs are not suitable for high speeds.

MOTORRAD verdict: very good

Spidi Gargoil trousers

Providers: Spidi Fashion, phone 02133/262312, www.spidi-fashion.de; Sizes: XS to XXXL Color: Black; Price: 129.90 euros

plus
Completely waterproof; keeps you warm enough; excellently processed; Removable thermal lining; Knee and hip protectors; eye-catching reflective piping over the entire length of the leg; Elastic band and strap on the waistband; thanks to zippers over the entire length of the leg, it is easy to put on and take off with boots ?? albeit comparatively time-consuming; excellent driving behavior, sits absolutely stable and flutter-free

minus
No pockets; Leg ends only moderately adjustable in width

Conclusion
A good choice for fashion-conscious bikers who are looking for protective overcoats for the trip to the office, or as an additional warming pad in cool temperatures.

MOTORRAD verdict: very good

MOTORRAD conclusion – feeling good is possible

A result that can be seen. The pants are especially convincing as absolutely waterproof and warm overcoats ?? especially the Ixs Jungle. The one-piece test winner, the Polo Snowtrooper, comes up with almost thermal combination qualities. The candidates from Germas and Rev ?? it show that diagonal zippers not only have advantages (easier entry), but also blatant disadvantages if they are incorrectly constructed. Water can penetrate the lower area of ​​the front fastener. After all, the same applies to all pants and suits: The additional layer of clothing increases the feel-good factor immensely in the cold.

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