Yeah its raining and I need some better quality rain gear. I know the shops along the north side of the moat. About three months ago I searched through them and bought what I though would be a step up from the cheapo ponchos. Rain jacket plus pull-over pants for about 380 Bt if I remember right. Well after two months the zipper on the jacket broke and even though they have stretch elastic the pants are not meant for a Western posterior. Question: where can get some better quality rain gear here in Chaing Mai? Even if its considerably more expensive I need to find some. Any tips appreciated.

I just had a quick look on ebay they are much better then the stuff you get in thailand.

Take a look at motorcycle rainwear on line at places like

http://www.revzilla.com/search?query=rainsuits&x=0&y=0 or

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/14/67/910/1/0/0/DEPARTMENT/Street-Motorcycle-Rainwear-Mens-Riding-Gear.aspx

They ship internationally, prices are lowest in the industry, and the equipment is made to function well under severe conditions. Riding a motorcycle through heavy rain at 60kph puts a LOT of water pressure onto seams, zipper covers, and collars. The gear is cut to be worn OVER regular clothing and cut to western sizes. A good quality two piece rainsuit that will last a good five years might set you back less than 2,000 baht.

Take a look at motorcycle rainwear on line at places like

http://www.revzilla....suits&x=0&y=0 or

http://www.motorcycl...iding-Gear.aspx

They ship internationally, prices are lowest in the industry, and the equipment is made to function well under severe conditions. Riding a motorcycle through heavy rain at 60kph puts a LOT of water pressure onto seams, zipper covers, and collars. The gear is cut to be worn OVER regular clothing and cut to western sizes. A good quality two piece rainsuit that will last a good five years might set you back less than 2,000 baht.

Hey thanks guitarman! I looked at both of those links and I am definitely interested. I guess it is probable that nothing like that is available locally. Thanks again.

This was recommended to me by an old Russian fellow named Rudolf, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service. And if there is one thing I am sure of, it's that Rudolf the Red knows rain gear...

I like to use gear designed for cycling/bicycling

It is lighter than motorcycle wear & designed to breath

because a cyclist is working hard pedalling already.

I find this works well in Thailand where it is hot & humid even during rains.

I cannot say where to buy locally as I brought all mine with me.

Although Chiangmai seems to have some fine cycling shops

So they might have rain gear too.

Or, Just google cycling rain gear

I guess if you are doing nothing it won't matter. Back in Canada on the West Coast we got a lot of rain so I went out and bought some top of the line rain gear. I worked construction road work. What with the sweating I was just a wet on the inside as I was on the outside.

Of course if you are on A motor bike this would not be a problem. The gear would defiantly keep you dry. The stuff I had was made for minors.

just get a good goretex jumpsuit. the cheaper stuff is just plain gay to ride in the heavy rain, your groin will almost guarantee to get wet

Nice one FolkGuitar.

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Take a look at motorcycle rainwear on line at places like

http://www.revzilla....suits&x=0&y=0 or

http://www.motorcycl...iding-Gear.aspx

They ship internationally, prices are lowest in the industry, and the equipment is made to function well under severe conditions. Riding a motorcycle through heavy rain at 60kph puts a LOT of water pressure onto seams, zipper covers, and collars. The gear is cut to be worn OVER regular clothing and cut to western sizes. A good quality two piece rainsuit that will last a good five years might set you back less than 2,000 baht.

Unfortunately, they do not deliver outside of USA.

Limited to Standard Ground delivery within the Continental U.S. (48 States) only. 1-3 Business Day delivery not available.

just get a good goretex jumpsuit. the cheaper stuff is just plain gay to ride in the heavy rain, your groin will almost guarantee to get wet

Look for someone selling the Tyvek rainsuits like Frogg Toggs. Tyvek is lighter and less expensive than Goretex, better suited to warm wet climates.

Take a look at motorcycle rainwear on line at places like

http://www.revzilla....suits&x=0&y=0 or

http://www.motorcycl...iding-Gear.aspx

They ship internationally, prices are lowest in the industry, and the equipment is made to function well under severe conditions. Riding a motorcycle through heavy rain at 60kph puts a LOT of water pressure onto seams, zipper covers, and collars. The gear is cut to be worn OVER regular clothing and cut to western sizes. A good quality two piece rainsuit that will last a good five years might set you back less than 2,000 baht.

Take a look at motorcycle rainwear on line at places like

http://www.revzilla....suits&x=0&y=0 or

http://www.motorcycl...iding-Gear.aspx

They ship internationally, prices are lowest in the industry, and the equipment is made to function well under severe conditions. Riding a motorcycle through heavy rain at 60kph puts a LOT of water pressure onto seams, zipper covers, and collars. The gear is cut to be worn OVER regular clothing and cut to western sizes. A good quality two piece rainsuit that will last a good five years might set you back less than 2,000 baht.

Unfortunately, they do not deliver outside of USA.

Limited to Standard Ground delivery within the Continental U.S. (48 States) only. 1-3 Business Day delivery not available.

Wonderful news! Japan and Thailand are BOTH within the Continental U.S. !!! They must be because Revzilla shipped my rain suit to Chiang Mai and my Three-season jacket to Japan.

The following is a direct cut-and-past (today) from the Revzilla site:

"All prices are shown in US dollars. For currency conversion, we recommend using a Currency Converter

Any import duties, taxes or fees are the sole responsibility of the receiving customer. Shipments cannot be marked as a "gift."

International Orders may require 3-5 business days or more of additional processing time prior to shipment.

Orders will be shipped by USPS Express Mail International. We have found that to be the most cost efficient, timely and reliable shipping method for International Orders. Typical transit time will be a minimum of 5 business days

Tires, hazardous, and oversize items cannot be shipped internationally.

Certain brands or products may not be shipped internationally, due to manufacturer restrictions."

Regardless, there are dozens of motorcycle supply companies all over the world that ship internationally. All one needs to do is look.

Edited September 4, 201213 yr by FolkGuitar

just get a good goretex jumpsuit. the cheaper stuff is just plain gay to ride in the heavy rain, your groin will almost guarantee to get wet

Look for someone selling the Tyvek rainsuits like Frogg Toggs. Tyvek is lighter and less expensive than Goretex, better suited to warm wet climates.

Johpa, these days a lot of different material manufacturers are developing waterproof/breathable alternatives to Gore-Tex, which while effective, is still being priced on trade name. Many of the newer materials are extremely lightweight (something Gore-Tex would never be accused of!) for packing into the side pocket of a daypack, are cheap as dirt, and perform well.

i picked up a Reebok polyester jacket in the back of kad suan kaew at that athletic shoe store, keeps the rain out fine except for the very very very most torrrential downpours. When that happens it'll get damp but not saturated. I wore it going from cnx to bkk once by bike in repeated rain and kept me dry.

Chiang Rai Saddlebags will have what you want, and if they don't,

they will probably be able to get if for you.

http://www.crsaddlebags.com/index.html

Also great customer service.

Regards

Will

Johpa, these days a lot of different material manufacturers are developing waterproof/breathable alternatives to Gore-Tex, which while effective, is still being priced on trade name. Many of the newer materials are extremely lightweight (something Gore-Tex would never be accused of!) for packing into the side pocket of a daypack, are cheap as dirt, and perform well.

Yep, as one who works within the outdoor industry, I find the Tyvek suits to be the lightest and least expensive of the breathable materials. You can find the Frogg Toggs Trail-Pac for just over $20 online. Pretty inexpensive for a waterproof breathable suit. This particular model does not offer a lot of tear resistance, but you can find other models that use a thicker Tyvek laminate for around $40. Compare that price to the least expensive Goretex or Supplex suit.