David792
150+ Posts
Waterproofing bike covers
Hey Guys; I've been through two bike covers and have used them during all types of weather. Be cautious about how "waterproof" you make them. I like one that is water "resistant" and still breathes. They can trap moisture under them if they are too "tightly" sealed. most of them have tight woven fabric that will repel water but still let moisture escape. As they get older and the fabric begins to thin I've found that a fabric tent spray like 3M works well.
I've ridden through some pretty wet weather, then covered the bike at night only to find that the next morning the bike was still soaked beneath the cover.
Hey Guys; I've been through two bike covers and have used them during all types of weather. Be cautious about how "waterproof" you make them. I like one that is water "resistant" and still breathes. They can trap moisture under them if they are too "tightly" sealed. most of them have tight woven fabric that will repel water but still let moisture escape. As they get older and the fabric begins to thin I've found that a fabric tent spray like 3M works well.
I've ridden through some pretty wet weather, then covered the bike at night only to find that the next morning the bike was still soaked beneath the cover.