Waterproof Gear

[Frump]

I carry neoprene duck hunter gloves in a little compression bag. When rains long and hard and I can't avoid the rain I get them out. They keep my hands warm even if they wet or under water. Another thrifty member here clued me in on them years ago, he used neoprene kayak gloves. They cost about $25. http://tinyurl.com/nmrvkr8

I gave up on waterproof motorcycle boots years ago. Couldn't find anything which lasted under $300 or $400. I wear nylon/leather tactical boots now, they cost about $110 on Amazon or at any uniform store. They last about 2 seasons before I wear the soles out. They are light and super comfy. They have insulted versions. They keep my feet pretty warm even when they are wet and they dry out quickly.

For those really wet-all-day days, I carry emergency plastic grocery bags. Experience indicates Wal-Mart bags are almost always not up to the task (sorry T-bone but Casey's bags suck too). HyVee bags are better but a qualifying test may be required. I think Neiman Marcus, Saks, and Macy might have even better bags, but I can't afford them.

This leaves more money for tires, gas, parts, and riding on nice days. Just say'n.