We might have overdressed today but it was not a bad ride to school in the rain. Our fingers got a little cold but the rest worked out fine. Here's what made the ride more comfortable:
- Fenders
- Waterproof pants and jackets
- A bike safety flag for visibility
- Bike Bus Friends!
- A waterproof backpack cover
- Good headlights
- Riding through puddles
Here are some general tips for riding your bike in the rain. And here are tips specifically for riding bikes with kids in the rain.
[…] We just rode our first Bike Bus of the school year! I wanted to make a list of all of the Bike Buses that I knew about so that interested parents/students can find one to join, and so that riders can work together, learn from each other, and start new ones. You probably already know that I think this is the best way to get to school, even when it rains. […]