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Full specification As published
Material100% Polyester with PU coating
Weight1.1 lbs (500g)
Sizes AvailableXS to 5XL
ClosureYKK zipper with storm flap
Pack Size7 x 5 inches stowed
Mass500 g as published
CoversComfort layer — no impact zones
Bench rank187 of 200 on this site
Rain Gear · Rank 187 of 200

Olympia Moto Sports Horizon Rain Gear

by Olympia Moto Sports

The Olympia Horizon Rain Gear is a packable two-piece waterproof shell built for riders who need dependable protection the moment a forecast turns against them.

4.2 Rider rating 4.2 out of 5 Bench score 38/100
  • Fully waterproof two-piece
  • Packs to 7 by 5 inches
  • Reflective night visibility
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Verdict

The Olympia Horizon Rain Gear delivers dependable waterproof protection in a genuinely packable, no-frills two-piece design suited to commuters and touring riders. It lacks pockets and insulation and the fabric can feel noisy at speed, so treat it as an emergency layer rather than an everyday riding suit.

The Olympia Horizon Rain Gear is a two-piece waterproof suit made from 100% polyester with a PU coating, built to seal out water rather than offer any crash protection of its own. A YKK zipper with a storm flap covers the front closure on both jacket and pants, and elastic cuffs at the waist and ankles are the main tools for keeping the fit adjustable across body types, backed by sizing that runs from XS to 5XL. At around 500 grams it is light enough to stuff into the included pack, which compresses down to roughly 7 by 5 inches, small enough to live under a seat or in a tail bag until it is needed. The suit is offered as a two-piece design rather than a single overall, which makes it easier to store separately or wear the jacket alone in lighter drizzle without committing to the full setup.

Pulled on over existing riding gear, the suit does its core job well: rain stays out even in a sustained downpour, and the storm flap keeps water from working through the front zipper at speed. The elastic waist and cuffs are simple rather than precisely adjustable, and the polyester shell is noticeably noisy, crinkling against a jacket as the rider moves. There is no insulation built in, so the suit adds nothing for warmth on a cold ride, and there are no pockets, meaning a phone or key still needs to live somewhere else during the ride. Riders layering it over an armored jacket and pants report the loose cut has enough room to move without feeling restrictive, even though the trade-off is a bulkier silhouette than a fitted jacket alone would give.

This is emergency gear rather than an everyday riding suit: it suits commuters and touring riders who want something compact to carry against the chance of a sudden storm, not a rider looking for a dedicated all-weather outer shell. The reflective piping is a genuine safety addition when rain and dim light reduce a rider's visibility to traffic. Riders wanting storage pockets, a quieter fabric, or cold-weather insulation will need a more developed rain suit, since the Horizon focuses narrowly on packable waterproofing at an accessible price rather than all-round comfort features. Riders who already carry a separate day bag can tuck a phone or wallet there instead, working around the lack of pockets without much hassle.

What works
  • Keeps out heavy rain reliably at highway speed
  • Packs down to about 7 by 5 inches for easy storage
  • Priced well below premium waterproof riding suits
  • Reflective piping helps visibility in low light
  • Pulls on quickly over existing riding gear
What doesn't
  • Sizing runs large, so ordering down is often needed
  • No insulation, so it adds nothing in cold weather
  • Polyester shell feels noisy and crinkly while riding
  • No pockets included for carrying small items on the ride
Bench scorecard
Protection15Weather63Airflow15Comfort39Value56

Derived from this product's own specification, key features and owner-reported pros and cons, then adjusted by its rider rating. Same rules for every piece.

Key features
  • 100% polyester shell with PU coating
  • YKK zipper with storm flap
  • Reflective piping for night visibility
  • Packs into included stuff bag
  • Elastic waist and ankle cuffs
  • Two-piece jacket and pant set
  • Sizes from XS to 5XL
Where it sits in rain gear
This piece 38 Category median 39 Category best 44

Bench rank 10 of 10 in rain gear. The median piece in this category scores 39; the best scores 44.

What it covers
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Who it fits
  • Wet-climate riding: the spec carries real waterproofing, not just a DWR coat.
Stack it against
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Nelson-Rigg Stormrider Rain SuitBench 38 · 4.3 ★
Tourmaster Sentinel Rain JacketBench 43 · 4.2 ★