Raingear is a necessity when you or your employees work outside and it’s raining—a no-brainer sure enough. Weighing in the balance are price and function. Popular rain gear includes ponchos, rain suits, jackets and raincoats. These items go from light to heavy weight with different coatings and material. Some provide rain protective coverings over pockets and zippers while others fold neatly into small portable gear.

Most websites provide raingear information explaining the application and benefits for any particular product. Bottom line, purchase raingear in universal one size fits all or specific fitting characteristics with prices to match. When looking for a raingear provider, consider the following:

1. Look through the raingear list for specific products suitable in your industrial, construction or other demanding environment.

2. Buy rain gear in bulk for discount pricing for your motorcycle and cyclist business plans.

3. Promote your business for added exposure with companies that offer products with your logo or brand.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Order online industrial raingear for added protection

Find raingear in various thicknesses, suitable for different outside jobs and styles that include full rain suits with head covers, bibs, jackets or low-cost ponchos. Some of the products protect against both rain and chemical splashes. Applications include construction, heavy equipment operators, delivery services, municipalities, railroad and general industrial.

I recommend: Click a category from the raingear list or scroll through several pages to view raingear information on rubber, reflective, PVC and various rain suits at Raingear Depot, with quantity discounts. Go to Galeton and click a product of interest such as rain poncho, three-piece rain suit or rain jacket with hood or raincoat, with tiered pricing. Select a product suitable for construction, utilities and other outside businesses with tiered pricing at Supply Line Direct.

Find motorcycle, cyclists' and outdoor rain gear with discount pricing

These companies offer special discounts to businesses needing cycling products. Buy online or contact the companies for special pricing. Raingear information includes material, sizing and special features associated with staying dry from top to bottom.

I recommend: See cyclists' rain capes for touring or click “Rainwear” for a raingear list that includes jackets, pants, helmet covers and other selections at J&G Cyclewear; also, click “Wholesale Info” and speak with a rep concerning quantity discounts and your custom logo/brand on leg bands. Find discount pricing at JC Whitney; products include biker rain chaps and suits in one and two-piece selections with different material and construction. Click “Info/Buy” for detailed raingear information or contact the company for special discounts to approved companies and organizations by clicking “Customer Service,” then “Do you sell direct to businesses?”

Buy from a raingear provider that offers more choices

These companies carry raingear under several categories and for many applications. Find men's, women's and children's products plus boots and other rain gear available with discount pricing. Also, find raingear for promoting your business with personalized decoration.

I recommend: Place an order of 20+ for deep discounts at Plastex Protective Products, and click a category that includes women’s rainwear, children’s rainwear, safety, rain suits, raincoats, boots and ponchos among others. Promote your business brand/logo on ponchos, rain suits and coats with tiered pricing on orders ranging from 50 to 1,000 at Vitronic Promotional Group, or click “Programs & Services” for decorating options.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When viewing a raingear list of products, words like water resistant/repellent and waterproof oftentimes describe the items. Waterproof typically applies to rain gear that's able to withstand all day and heavy downpours, while water resistant is adequate for light rain or short stays outside. Read the descriptions closely.