As you may have already figured it out, sooner or later, everyone will have to face riding in the rain, however with a little knowledge and the appropriate gear, spinning through the rain can become a pleasant experience.

So, take a look at 10 tips that can make your ride more pleasant.

Dress to Stay Dry – Obviously, the wetter you get while cycling the colder you are going to be. Of course, being cold and wet is a quick way to get sick - therefore a waterproof vest or jacket with a dropped skirt in the back and a hood is critical for heavy conditions. Always opt to cover your shoes with neoprene booties in order to insulate them when they are soaked, and use full fingered water- and wind-resistant gloves. Also, remember that the jacket and garments you are wearing must breathe or else you'll arrive wet from the inside, instead of the outside.

Clear Lenses - In low light, clear or yellow lenses for eye protection are extremely important. When riding in the rain, common sunglasses cut out too much light and can make road obstacles quite hard to observe.
In case you are having issues seeing, even though wearing the right glasses, then opt for a cycling cap placed under the helmet as it will shield some of the rain and road spray from hitting your glasses. You can also opt for an anti-fog product so you won't become totally blind after waiting at a traffic light.

Rainbow Patches and Puddles - The road surface may be the slickest and most dangerous just after the rain has begun. So, keep an eye out for little rainbow-edged patches on the street - this is a clear indication of an oil patch. Never brake or corner in the center of the roadway at intersections, as this is where autos leave the majority of their drippings.
Also, as fun as it may be to bash through puddles, be sure to avoid them.

Watch Those Brake Pads - A mixture of road grit and water turns out to be the fastest method to erode rubber brake pads. Pads that last a full season in the dry will run metal to metal on the rims in a month of wet-weather training rides. So, plan ahead and brake early.

Watch the Corners - Cornering in the rain can be tricky and dangerous, therefore make sure to shift as much of your weight on the outside pedal as possible. Use body English to keep the bike more upright when cornering. Lean your body more than the bike. By doing this, you will be able to corner with a reasonable amount of speed.

Fenders Unite - If you plan on riding for any length of time, or with others, install fenders on both wheels. It will quadruple your comfort factor and keep your vision crystal clear.
Drafting through a thin stream of grimy water gets old in about 10 meters. Several bike companies sell clip-on fenders that mount to the seatpost and down tube to fit bikes without threaded eyelets.

More Fenders - Once you realize how much better riding with fenders is, you'll want to cut strips from old water bottles to make dangling mud flaps and screw them onto the backsides of your fenders. The longer, the better.

Chain Lube - Use a heavier chain lube. It's better to have a chain that requires cleaning than to have it freeze up with rust. Remember, your lube won't penetrate into the links unless the chain is completely dry when you apply it.

Light It Up - Heavy rain and the glare from auto headlights reduce motorists' vision, so it is a good idea to ride with a bright LED lamp on the seatpost and handlebar.
LED lights are relatively inexpensive and work reasonably well. A good, rechargeable lighting system will also provide more light than an LED system, something to consider if your rides take place during early morning or evening.

Get a Rain Bike – Think about it, the best investment you can make is a dedicated rain bike. So, leave the fenders, the LED lamps, and the mountain bike pedals on your winter bike as when the clouds cut loose, you'll be so much happier to submerge your bad-weather beater knowing that your race bike is snuggling next to the fireplace at home.

Now, if you don't already own an old bike hanging in the garage, just shop for something with generous room for fenders in the frame and fork. You won’t regret it.