Commuter Impact Suit from AGURain suit with impact protection

With the Commuter Impact Suit, Dutch manufacturer Agu has developed an innovative rain suit with integrated protectors.
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AGU presents the Commuter Impact Suit, a new rain suit. The jacket and trousers not only want to score points with their waterproof properties, but also with impact protection elements for greater safety on roads and cycle paths.

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(Rain) protection especially for S-Pedelec riders

Damp leaves, wet roads and poor visibility on cloudy days - when these factors come together, commuters and city bikers know that it can quickly become dangerous on the roads. AGU has addressed this problem and is setting new standards in the field of cycle clothing with the introduction of the Commuter Impact Suit. The combination of rain jacket and trousers with integrated impact protection is aimed specifically at riders of e-bikes and speed pedelecs who commute between home and work at high speeds. According to the Dutch manufacturer, this is the first protective clothing that has been specially developed for this growing target group. The special feature: the combination of waterproof properties, good visibility and strategically placed protective elements on areas of the body that are particularly vulnerable in the event of a fall.

With the Commuter Impact Suit, AGU has developed the first rain suit for commuters with integrated protectors.Photo: AGUWith the Commuter Impact Suit, AGU has developed the first rain suit for commuters with integrated protectors.


Impact protection on vulnerable parts of the body

At the heart of the new Impact Suit are the RE ZRO protective elements, which have been placed in the areas of the body most at risk of falling. These pads are located on the shoulders, elbows, hips and knees - precisely the areas that typically hit the ground first in the event of a fall. The pads are characterised by their flexibility and low weight and are designed to adapt well to the body. In the event of a fall or accident, they absorb the impact and thus reduce the risk of abrasions or joint injuries. This technology represents an interesting middle ground between completely unprotected everyday clothing and specialised motorbike protective clothing, which would be too bulky and impractical for many bike commuters. Integrating the protective padding into rainwear is a logical step, as the risk of falling is increased in wet conditions anyway and many commuters already wear specialised cycling clothing in such conditions.

Knees, hips, elbows and shoulders are equipped with flexible and shock-absorbing protectors from Re Zero, which are designed to protect particularly sensitive areas of the body in the event of a fall.Photo: AGUKnees, hips, elbows and shoulders are equipped with flexible and shock-absorbing protectors from Re Zero, which are designed to protect particularly sensitive areas of the body in the event of a fall.

Clothing contains abrasion-resistant Cordura fabric

In addition to the special impact protection pads, AGU has equipped the Impact Suit with abrasion-resistant Cordura fabric, which is intended to provide additional protection in the event of a crash. This choice of material is based on the manufacturer's experience in WorldTour cycling, where cycling shorts made of Cordura are already being used successfully. The material is known for its high friction resistance and should help to ensure that the fabric remains intact in the event of a crash, minimising damage to both the skin and the clothing underneath.

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The jacket comes in bright green, with a high collar and generous hood.Photo: AGUThe jacket comes in bright green, with a high collar and generous hood.

Breathable and weatherproof for everyday wear

Despite the integrated protective functions, the Commuter Impact Suit remains true to its main purpose as rainwear. The suit is completely waterproof with a water column of 10,000 mm and has taped seams to prevent moisture from penetrating. At the same time, AGU promises high breathability of 10,000 g/m²/24h. These values are in the middle range for cycling clothing - they are not as high as for premium sportswear for intensive activities, but significantly better than for simple rain jackets.

The trousers have small flaps that protect the shoes from getting wet. Both parts are extensively equipped with reflective material for high visibility.Photo: AGUThe trousers have small flaps that protect the shoes from getting wet. Both parts are extensively equipped with reflective material for high visibility.

The most important information about the AGU Commuter Impact Suit

  • Watertightness: 10,000 mm
  • Breathability10,000 g/m²/24h
  • Protective paddingRE ZRO pads on shoulders, elbows, hips and knees
  • Additional protectionAbrasion-resistant Cordura fabric
  • SeamsWelded
  • Availability: From February 2026
  • Price294.95 Euro (jacket) / 244.95 Euro (trousers)

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