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When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… —

Kind of interesting coinsidence. The Film Forum (here in NYC) just ran "Singin’ In The Rain" and I went to see it last night (first time I saw it on a big screen and what a treat). Now I’ve got Gene Kelly singing "Singin’ In The Rain" going around in my head. Andy ps. Now you probably do too.

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When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done?

No.  I just dress for the temperature. And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched?

Of course. Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that…

Clothing, shoes, and people all dry out.  It’s not a big deal.  The only time I don’t run in the rain is if I’m ill.

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Kind of interesting coinsidence. The Film Forum (here in NYC) just ran "Singin’ In The Rain" and I went to see it last night (first time I saw it on a big screen and what a treat). Now I’ve got Gene Kelly singing "Singin’ In The Rain" going around in my head. Andy ps. Now you probably do too.

No way! I have Dido and Natalie Merchant clogging my brain. Gene Kelly? Only if I’m in a coma. — Caveat Lector "the further you go outside, the further you go inside" – B. McKibben Doug Freese

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    Real runners don’t let rain stop them.

Especially if you live in a temperate climate, running in the rain is running.     There are a few issues to keep in mind when running in rain.  First if you are running on roads, cars can’t see you as well.  Also some surfaces become slippery and in cold weather you can have problems with the cold.

Wear a ’sam-browne’ belt (if you know what that is).  Wear contacts instead of glasses.  Dont worry about getting wet (its going to happen anyway, best just to get stuck in from the start).  Recently in Dublin we were out training & came across a puddle that was about 50m long and 10-15cm deep all the way through.  We had great fun running through that (although we did get some strange looks from people in cars who were afraid to drive through the puddle incase their car cut out!). Brian. — Joseph E. Meehan 26 + 6 = 1  It’s Irish Math

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As for wet shoes… I found placing them in front of a fan without the inserts drys them out overnight. Len

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There are 2 types of rain. Rain in the summer where it is warm. In this event all I do is wear a baseball hat to keep the rain from getting into my eyes. These rains are enjoyable to run in. I’m sure it’s enjoyable if ALL you’re wearing is a baseball hat…until the police come along!!!  ;) -J"sorry, could pass that one up" NOTE: When replying via email, please change the address to the appropriate characters.

HEHE. The thought of me flopping about in the rain wearing a baseball hat. Lets hope it is a warm rain. wink, wink, nod, nod. Andy

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Even dogs have sense enough to come in, out of the rain.

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When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it = simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… — All roads are connected. Bee

As long as the temperature is 40F or higher, I just wear my shorts and short sleeves as usual.  I almost always run on dirt/grass and my shoes get pretty wet (NB 804).  I leave ‘em in front of the fireplace if it’s on, and they dry over night.  If the temp is on the 30’s, and it’s raining, I wear rain-resistant pants/gloves/jacket/hat. I really like rain also. Art — Connection closed. Systems Administrator    -   Software Engineering/CSBU

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When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… —

There are 2 types of rain. Rain in the summer where it is warm. In this event all I do is wear a baseball hat to keep the rain from getting into my eyes. These rains are enjoyable to run in. Cold rain where it is cold is another story. Goretex, synthetic layers, hats, gloves. Especially important is getting warm and dry right after. If you fail to both you are asking for hypothermia. I like to hop into a steaming shower until my fingers wrinkle. Wet shoes is a non issue. Except for the fact that they get heavey. If you don’t like drenched shoes don’t run in the rain. But if you do be sure to dry your shoes after. Best way is to remove the inserts (if they are removable) and stuff the shoes with crumpled newspaper. Not too tightly packed to take them change the shape. It may be necessary to change the paper once or twice. Andy

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    Dog’s aren’t smart enough to know running in the rain can be pleasant. — Joseph E. Meehan 26 + 6 = 1  It’s Irish Math – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Even dogs have sense enough to come in, out of the rain.

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    I forgot to note the baseball type running hat.  I wear mine when ever I run so it is easy to forget that it does help a lot. — Joseph E. Meehan 26 + 6 = 1  It’s Irish Math

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – … I do is wear a baseball hat to keep the rain from getting into my eyes. These rains are enjoyable to run in. … Andy

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There are 2 types of rain. Rain in the summer where it is warm. In this event all I do is wear a baseball hat to keep the rain from getting into my eyes. These rains are enjoyable to run in.

I’m sure it’s enjoyable if ALL you’re wearing is a baseball hat…until the police come along!!!  ;) -J"sorry, could pass that one up" NOTE: When replying via email, please change the address to the appropriate characters.

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… — There are 2 types of rain. Rain in the summer where it is warm. In this event all I do is wear a baseball hat to keep the rain from getting into my eyes. These rains are enjoyable to run in. Cold rain where it is cold is another story. Goretex, synthetic layers, hats, gloves. Especially important is getting warm and dry right after. If you fail to both you are asking for hypothermia. I like to hop into a steaming shower until my fingers wrinkle. Wet shoes is a non issue. Except for the fact that they get heavey. If you don’t like drenched shoes don’t run in the rain. But if you do be sure to dry your shoes after. Best way is to remove the inserts (if they are removable) and stuff the shoes with crumpled newspaper. Not too tightly packed to take them change the shape. It may be necessary to change the paper once or twice. Andy

Similar appreach by me:   Baseball hat in summer (stay close to home if threat of lightning)   Water resistant clothes in winter (though I have little of the hitech synthetic fabrics)   shoes dry out, and tha additional weight may help training a little. ed

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When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that…

Most of us are waterproof.  Use a good defogger on your eyeglasses or leave them at home.  Use synthetic socks, no cotton.  Forget your portable radio which will eventually get submerged or destroyed. For very short runs, with no wind, you can use an umbrella, or water repellant clothing.  A wind breaker can help, but once the body heats up and you are drenched, you can ignore the water and run as usual. Keep multiple pairs of running shoes, so you can take your next run with dry feet.  Running shoes dry out naturally in a day or two — do not put them in a hot dryer. Autos cannot see you as well and cannot brake as quickly.  Flooding water hides holes which can ruin your day.  Do not cross flooded areas with any current, especially flooded bridges.  Stay far away from downed power lines.  Do not run on drenched playing fields if they do not have good drainage. Etc., …

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A warm summer rain can be pleasant. The drawback of summer rains in may areas is deadly lightning. A freezing winter rain can be deadly and cause hypothermia if you dont wear protection.

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could this b a troll plodzilla – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text –     When you run in the rain you get wet and your shoes get wet.  There are GorTex shoes available that should stay a little more dry, but on a hot humid day, I get wet rain or no rain.     I think the best run I have had was on a warm spring day. I was going about 6-8 miles and after about two miles it started to rain.  Before the end of my run it was pouring, but about a mile from my finish it started to clear up and as I made a turn, right before me was the most spectacular triple rainbow I have ever seen.     Yes my shoes and socks were soaked as I was, but it did not matter.  I have run as long as a half marathon in serious rain and still had a good time (too first in the age group on that one).     Real runners don’t let rain stop them.     There are a few issues to keep in mind when running in rain.  First if you are running on roads, cars can’t see you as well.  Also some surfaces become slippery and in cold weather you can have problems with the cold.     There is little you can do to stay dry, even the best GorTex stuff will not hold up to a long run in a real rain.  Just keep in mind that you are going to get wet from the inside out anyway, so enjoy the continuous shower washing away all that sweat and salt. — Joseph E. Meehan 26 + 6 = 1  It’s Irish Math When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… — — All roads are connected. Bee

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When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… — — All roads are connected. Bee

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    When you run in the rain you get wet and your shoes get wet.  There are GorTex shoes available that should stay a little more dry, but on a hot humid day, I get wet rain or no rain.     I think the best run I have had was on a warm spring day. I was going about 6-8 miles and after about two miles it started to rain.  Before the end of my run it was pouring, but about a mile from my finish it started to clear up and as I made a turn, right before me was the most spectacular triple rainbow I have ever seen.     Yes my shoes and socks were soaked as I was, but it did not matter.  I have run as long as a half marathon in serious rain and still had a good time (too first in the age group on that one).     Real runners don’t let rain stop them.     There are a few issues to keep in mind when running in rain.  First if you are running on roads, cars can’t see you as well.  Also some surfaces become slippery and in cold weather you can have problems with the cold.     There is little you can do to stay dry, even the best GorTex stuff will not hold up to a long run in a real rain.  Just keep in mind that you are going to get wet from the inside out anyway, so enjoy the continuous shower washing away all that sweat and salt. — Joseph E. Meehan 26 + 6 = 1  It’s Irish Math

When you run in the rain do you have to wear anything special? Or is it simply not done? And if you do run in the rain, don’t your shoes get drenched? Well I guess you wouldn’t run in the rain because of that… — — All roads are connected. Bee

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