When it comes to rain gear, I do love FAIRWEATHER packable rain poncho.
It’s not only easy to put on and take off, but also stowable into a small bag.
This is my essential thing for rainy day commute.

Although I’ve been using the poncho for years, there are situations where it’s not really ideal.
These include some of the activities like high-speed road ride or trail rides in the woods.

It’s easy to imagine that for high-mobility bikes and rides, Jacket and pants are better to ride comfortably.

Furthermore, there’re situations where it’s unsuitable not only due to the ride, but because of the environment.
From my personal experience, during a camping ride on Izu-Oshima island, I couldn’t keep wearing the poncho due to the strong winds of coastal areas.

On another ride, I was caught in unexpected rain and snow and couldn’t withstand the cold weather.
I strongly realized the importance of rain gear not just for protection from the rain, but also as cold weather gear.
I learned that rain gear should be chosen based on your riding style and environment.

Based on these experiences and the diverse ways that my colleagues enjoy riding, I naturally felt the need for a rain jacket and pants, and this project has begun.

The concept is simple.
It needs to be rain gear that protects you from wind and rain, prevents you from getting sweaty, and being highly portable.
When riding a bike, you have to ride into the rain.
That’s why high water resistance is necessary, and at the same time, breathability that allows sweat to escape is essential.
And to make you want to take it with you, it needs to be highly portable and lightweight.
It’s been designed with these three simple principles in mind.

The importance of carrying rain pant.
Many people carry a rain jacket but not rain pants.
Since it’s a hassle to put on and take off, and rain pants tend to be bulky, they inevitably end up lower on the priority list.
In fact, some riders might decide to just accept that they’ll get a little wet during a ride.
However, that sort of approaches only work in limited situations.
While it might be acceptable in the city or during warmer seasons, on mountain passes or trails, the weather can change drastically.
If you’re constantly exposed to the rain, you’ll inevitably lose body heat, and on descents, your body will cool down even more.
Riding while wet is not only just uncomfortable, but also it affects your safety.
Rain pants aren’t just for protection against the rain, they also serve as cold weather gear to prevent hypothermia.
That’s why, rather than asking “whether to use them,” isn’t it more important to ask “whether you carry them”?
For those who rides in any weather, and for those who wants to go riding anywhere, rain pants are as important as a rain jacket.
And as mentioned above, high-performance materials were essential to achieve a high level of performance across the three key functions: water resistance, breathability, and portability.
We chose PERTEX® SHIELD which offers the water resistance rating of 20,000 mm and a breathability rating of 20,000 g/㎡/24h.

This material is ideal for cycling since it performs really well to block wind and rain while ensuring moisture wicking during intense exercise.

The middle layer of the three-layer construction features a non-porous PU membrane that is both breathable and waterproof, while the outer layer uses lightweight 20-denier nylon, resulting in a design that is both lightweight and compact for easy portability.

Kaisei, a mechanic from Blue Lug Hatagaya, participated in “The Japanese Odyssey”, one of the world’s top 10 ultra-distance cycling events held in last October with these jacket and pants. He tested them for us.

On a course that involved constant ascents and descents—whether it was raining or chilly—he wore them for about half of the 13.5-day, 2,300-kilometer journey. He said he was able to keep wearing them without feeling any stuffiness, which seems to indicate that the fabric’s performance was truly effective.
Similarly, Ming-Ming, a mechanic who specializes in bikepacking and trail riding, tested these gear repeatedly during his monthly rides and provided us with a variety of valuable feedbacks. Their impresions will be posted on the review page at a later date, so please be sure to check them out.

The jacket’s design prioritizes a balance between freedom of movement and a fit, while minimizing the number of components.
Body width and shoulder area allow for easy movement, even when worn over a jacket.
Sleeves are streamlined to prevent flapping in the wind.
Hood is large enough to cover a helmet.

This jacket features YKK VISLON® AquaGuard® zippers for waterproofness and durability, along with a double-zip design that allows for rapid heat dissipation.



Drawcord features a micro stopper.
The hood includes a short brim to keep rain out. You can adjust it at the back of the head to ensure a clear field of vision.
Hand pockets are convenient not only while riding, but also when transporting your bike in the city.

While prioritizing lightness and compactness for portability, the design is well-balanced with practical features like hand pockets and easy-to-grip zipper pulls.

Same as the jacket, these pants prioritize a balance between freedom of movement and a proper fit.
The waist and hip areas are designed to fit comfortably even when worn over thick work pants.
Four darts are thoughtfully placed to keep the knee area sleek without restricting knee movement.
Hem flares slightly outward to prevent water from entering the shoes and to prevent the hems from getting caught by chain.

The waist part features drawcords and makes it easy to put on and take off.

Smartphone pocket is located at the back of the waist and this pants can be packed into here.

Jacket is also stowable into the mesh pocket on the back.



S-hooks attached to the hem can be secured to your shoes to prevent water from entering and reduce flapping.

Since these are rain pants, the inseam is designed to be slightly longer.
If the length is too long for you, you can cinch the hem by hooking the loops on the heel side.
In addition to adjusting the length, cinching the hem is also effective for retaining heat during breaks.Please use this feature as needed.

Unlike typical elastic drawstring mechanisms, this system requires a bit of skills, but it’s a minimalist design that balances water resistance with portability.

Finally, since this fabric is designed specifically for lightness, you’ll need to be a bit careful about snags, friction, and maintenance.
We hope you’ll understand the trade-off between lightness and durability, and embrace this product.

It took over five years from the initial concept to bring this product to life.
After working with PERTEX®, refining the patterns, and testing, we’ve finally been able to create this rain gear.

We’d be so happy if you add this product to your riding gear, and we hope it makes your rainy day ride just a little more comfortable.