Zero problems riding in the rain, not even a factor in my decision to ride if it's above maybe 65F. I enjoy it at times compared to maybe 95F and 90% humidity. Thunderstorms I may or not go but they are usually quick and isolated. Where I ride changes with rain. I am very picky about the space and traffic on that road and will always skip sharing a lane in almost all cases. Luckily where I live there are a lot of options including wide open MUPs and I can use them in stead.
Never understood fenders in a heavy rain, you are as wet from above as you can get, how much less saturated can you be with a fender? Most of the summer my clothes is as wet as it can get from sweat. Rain would be better. Maybe you get less road splashed grit on you but it washes right off just the same in your post shower. Commuting yes, not a work out ride.
Last edited by u235; 06-16-19 at 07:50 PM.