Here's what you should know about cycling in the rain

There are many types of raincoats, including ponchos, as seen on this cyclist. Photo: The Star

Rays of sunlight beamed down brightly on a Saturday morning. There were already quite a few people at Taman Botani Perdana, more commonly known as the Lake Gardens, in Kuala Lumpur – a few joggers, families with young children out for a day in the sun, even a photographer and couple on a pre-wedding photoshoot.

Just another day at the park?