Craft Performance Rain Knickers - Does Not Include Vintage Jersey
By Darren Dencklau
Photo by Bicycle Paper
In case you haven’t noticed, it has been raining lately. In fact, every morning commute this past week was done in the rain. Luckily, the kind folks at Craft let me test their Performance Bike Rain Knickers, and I can honestly say I couldn’t be happier with how they have performed.
The latest in Craft’s foul weather condition products, the pants are waterproof, lightweight, breathable and fitted for the intricacies of cycling movements. Additionally, they feature fully taped seams, draw cords at the waist and cuffs, removable suspenders, and reflective strips on the sides — offering a little piece of mind at night. One thing Craft does not mention on their website that I find invaluable is the material used on the seat of the pants. The additional fabric adds needed reinforcement to the area that receives the most use.
I found their knickers to be extremely comfortable, thanks to the soft polyester shell and mesh inner liner. Initially I wore them without the suspenders, but upon further testing I realized they successfully keep the pants from sliding down while riding — alleviating the need of having to tightly cinch the waist.
Photo by Bicycle Paper
Suspenders are adjustable and removable. The '90s era Trek shirt is not included.
So far they have held up incredibly well and keep the moisture out. I like the knickers length and besides the top of my socks sticking out from my rain booties getting wet, I have no complaints, and don’t see any real need for full-length pants — especially in Seattle’s temperate climate.
MSPR is $120. For more information visit www.craft-usa.com.
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