【CHROME Storm Rain Pant】To stay strong, even on rainy days.

2021/3/24 Circles

As the weather warms up, the number of rainy days has increased, hasn't it?
With warm and cold air alternating, it’s a classic case of the "three cold, four warm" transition.

As cyclists, we welcome the warmer weather, and it’s becoming the perfect season for outdoor activities.
For those of you who use your bikes for commuting to work or school, don't the colors along your daily route seem a bit softer now?
I, too, commute by bike every day, and I find myself eagerly waiting for the cherry blossoms at Tsuruma Park—which I look forward to in secret every year—to be in full bloom.

Making rainy commutes more comfortable

However, regular rainfall is also a feature of this season.
For those who rely on a bicycle as a daily tool, rain is a nuisance. I imagine many of you struggle with what to wear for commuting in the rain.

There are plenty of good rain jackets and raincoats out there, but the reality is that there is little information or available products specifically for lower-body rain gear.

I’ve always struggled with this too, and I used to use simple seamless pants, but due to the nature of sitting on a bike and pedaling, the damage to the pants is inevitably high.
Especially the crotch area.

A rain pant that's a hit after a long time

My previous rain pants recently tore, and I ended up buying these to replace them. They’ve been so good that they’ve become a personal favorite.

【CHROME 】
Storm Rain Pant

¥16,500-(tax included)

The benefits of a silhouette designed specifically for cycling

Unlike typical rain gear, these rain pants have a very clean silhouette, which is due to the tapered design toward the ankles.
Actually, this taper isn’t designed just for fashion; it's shaped this way to ensure you can ride your bike comfortably.

Have you ever had your favorite pants get caught in the chainring and ruined?
I’ve had wide-hemmed pants get caught countless times, leaving them in a miserable state.
With this silhouette, I don’t have to worry about that, which is a real relief.

You might think, "Wouldn't something that tight be hard to move in?"
However, the fabric used in these pants is stretchy, so I never felt restricted when bending my knees to pedal.

Combining suppleness and toughness with a 3-layer fabric

The fabric used for these pants is a three-layered polyester.
It doesn't have that "swishy" sound like typical nylon rain pants; a key feature is how supple and easy to move in they are.
This 3-layer polyester fabric balances these three elements: flexibility, waterproofing, and durability.

And what I was most happy about was the extra layer of fabric reinforced on the seat, which is usually the area that wears out from friction.
For someone like me who always had my seat rip, the peace of mind provided by this single layer of reinforcement is exceptional.

Details that don't compromise on waterproofing

When looking at clothing from the perspective of preventing water intrusion, the fewer seams, the more effective it is.
These Storm Rain Pants have almost no seams; the minimal seams present are located around the waist (covered by a jacket) and the seat reinforcement.
And, of course, those seams are sealed with seam tape.

Reflectors for safety

Because they are made with the premise of riding a bike, they naturally include reflective elements. Despite their all-black appearance, they perform their function well on dark, rainy commutes home.

Rain gear born in the rainy city of Portland

Chrome's headquarters are currently in Portland, a city very familiar to us.
Portland is known as a rainy place with a very long rainy season.
It is also well-known for being a bike-friendly city.

Rain and bicycles are inherently a poor combination, but if this is the answer that the cyclists in Portland—who can't afford to worry about such things—have come up with, it must be right.

I believed that, and after using them, my rainy commute confirmed it: they were definitely the right choice.