You leave the office under a still bright sky, you get on your bike… and in five minutes, the autumn downpour turns you into a sponge. Sticky plastic poncho, soaked jeans, running mascara, the scene definitely speaks to you. What if this year, the rain came in a different way?
The first storms of the season arrive with intense thunderstorms, falling in a short time and making every journey unpredictable. Between valleys, coastlines and congested cities, staying dry becomes a daily challenge. This is where Decathlon comes up with a rain poncho that completely changes the game.
A Decathlon Mathilde Cabanas rain poncho designed for fall
Fruit of the capsule collection available from September 2, 2026 in limited edition, the Decathlon Mathilde Cabanas rain poncho is designed for urban cyclists and families on bikes. Navy blue, dotted with large white and yellow flowers, it brings a preppy and cheerful touch to any look.
On the technical side, its coated fabric has a waterproof rating of 5000 mm H2O, with 100% waterproof seams, tested under a shower of 60 L/h/m² for two hours. Concretely, it withstands an autumn storm shower, while covering the silhouette from head to thighs.
Style, comfort and practicality: the poncho is no longer out of date
No more plastic bag effect that sticks and dries poorly. This model maintains a loose but controlled cut, which lets the arms move without floating everywhere. As Marie France points out, Decathlon describes it as .
Its oversized floral print makes it immediately recognizable in traffic, which is no luxury when the sky is storming. Priced at around $44.99, it folds into its front pocket in bag format and remains accessible for a technical item. A matching children’s version at $34.99 protects little ones on the journey home-school.
Choosing and maintaining your cycling rain poncho
To withstand autumn storms, it is better to aim for a poncho with high waterproofing, welded seams and a covering hood, capable of being worn over a jacket and a backpack. This model ticks those boxes, while remaining lightweight, breathable and flexible enough to avoid a shell-like feeling, and it dries quickly with no damp smell.
To maintain this performance for several seasons, simply wash it on a gentle cycle without fabric softener, then let it air dry in a dry place. Avoid overheated radiators and car trunks, and remember to reactivate the water repellency with a dedicated product after a few washes.
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- Marie France
“Decathlon bye bye the old-fashioned rain poncho, this ultra trendy model is the best for facing autumn storms”
