I was looking for a bike cover that would last awhile, and that would keep every part of my bike dry, including the bottom of the wheels, pedals, hubs. gears and other low-hanging parts that have been inclined to rust in previous years due to splashing downpours and heavy wind. It also needed to able to stand up to sunlight exposure between storms without breaking down.

This is the only one I found that has both the size parameters I was looking for, and a heavier weight. I didn't need it to look good, but it does. I also didn't need the reflective seam tape, but I can see how that would be useful to improve the visibility of a bike being stored in a garage.

The rains came late this year so I waited to see how waterproof it is. It did a great job. Tightening the drawstrings was something of a pain, and I didn't get them quite as tight as I wanted, but so far they kept the bottom part of my bike dry better than I expected. I also use the strap across the middle of the bottom.

We haven't had a really heavy rain+wind storm yet - I might tighten a bit more at the ends before that. There was a very slight bit of condensation on the seat, but I don't think there is really any way around that when the coldness of rain rapidly cools a cover that is touching the seat, and the air humidity is upwards of 90%..

I really appreciate the handles at each end to make it easier to put on and take off. While I was waiting for rain, the yard service came and blew dirt all over it on a regular basis, and I was able to easily brush or rinse it off so the cover looked new again. The waterproofing seems to be excellent - water just beads and rolls right off.

I wish there was a way to lock the frame of the bike AND the cover with the same lock. The holes in the cover for the lock to come through are at each end, so you can only lock the wheel. Since I have quick-release wheels, I might hesitate to leave the bike in a public location, but I don't need to do that much, so this is a minor issue for me.

The cover has a bag. I don't bike when rain is expected, and it would take several minutes to get the cover on and off, and into and out of the bag, so I haven't used it. Maybe that would be good for a bike commuter, though. Probably quicker than finding a parking space, LOL! The cover would need to be clean, though, or you'd get dust all over your work duds.

I sent away for the offer for the free light, which arrived promptly and works fine, and for the extension of the guarantee, which was another reason I chose this cover.

So far so good, and if anything changes, I will come back and update my review.

UPDATE 2+ years later: The cover began to fade on horizontal surfaces within the first 6 months, and the top of it became entirely light gray by @14 months. However, though it is not pretty anymore, the heavy duty fabric continues to be flexible and water proof and to protect my bike well.

Due to the height of my bike, there is some exposure of the very bottom of the wheels and from falling rain splashing up, though the drawstrings and strap across the bottom minimize this. I have resolved the issue of moisture condensing on the seat by simply covering the seat with a plastic bag before I put the cover on. I have not had condensation issues in any other part of the bike.

I have a handlebar basket, a back rack with a plastic milk crate strapped to it, and saddlebags, all of which are well covered, though they probably raise the cover a little at front and back, contributing to the exposure of the bottoms of my wheels.

All in all, I am very satisfied with the durability of this cover. It is too bad it faded, but it is out in the weather 365 days a year, and I bought it for its function not its looks. Once I got the drawstrings adjusted the way I wanted, it was easy to put on and remove, even in the dark (my motion detector light often goes out when I'm in the middle of putting it on, LOL). It is very helpful for someone who has to store their bike outdoors.

I was surprised by the durable weight of the cover and believe it will last for many years. The reflective detail surprised me by shining out in the night when I turned on the back light to let the dogs in from outside. This will be soooo much better than leaving the bikes out in the elements.

I loved the quality of the cover. I ordered for three bikes when I have 2 big electric bikes(Rad Rovers). The cover kept my bikes perfectly dry. The straps four of them broke immediately when I cinched them down. I jerry rigged some alternatives. There is a portion that fits over receiver, but as far as I could tell that had to be applied before I put the rack on. Perhaps it was my lack of knowledge. I do not think a thief would want to go through all the straps and rigmarole I had on this cover. You cannot easily peek underneath it. I actually had four serious locks on the bikes, so it would have been exhausting for whoever wanted them. I have not addressed this with the company yet and I believe they will take care of me. I will figure out a way to make this cover work as it protected my bikes.
Ann D

Before and After photos of the heavy duty cover after driving over 3000 miles. Can you tell which is which? The cover still looks brand new. You simply have to use a lot of bungee cords to keep it from flapping around. Excellent cover

Great heavy material, love the multiple snap catches to secure the bottom and the metal rings to run locks through.