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Recommendations for rainproof trousers (feddit.org)
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Hi everyone, not sure if BIFL, as textiles are generally prone to wear out. I'm looking for good rainproof trousers. A little background: I'm commuting by bike, 7 km back and forth plus train commute, all year. Due to the geographical region (Germany) there is a good chance of unforseen rain.

Now I'm looking for a well built, stable set of rainproof trousers. I'm not a fan of those standard trousers where you need to put your feet or shoes through, as I'd like to put them on spontaneously and without too much hassle. I recently found out about full zipper trousers which kind of have a side entry rather than a top entry. They seem interesting, but I'm unsure about the practicability.

I'd be glad to hear your experiences with rainproof trousers for commuting, and ideally a buy it for ~~life~~ very long recommendation.

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[-] [email protected] 2 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

I cycle in Germany and can confirm: Beeswax and linseed oil (I currently use a 1:1 mix) are great for the purpose. Any cotton fabric will happily comply.

I use smaller amounts of the wax/oil mix also to prepare most of my trousers, hats and jackets for the Wetter seasons. 🙃 - and to lubricate zippers, and wax my beard, make wax cloths, treat wooden cutting boards and tool-handles, pack food items, and whatnot ...

You can pour the molten mix into an empty deodorant stick dispenser and - voilà - you have an omni-use-wax-stick. - Even an empty lip balm (think labello / chap stick) works for an omni-use-travel-pocket-wax-stick.

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