I only stop for the hood if the rain gets too heavy. I have used an umbrella if stopped( gets some weird looks and smiles). I have the older stud hood. If a chance of rain I fit the rear as normal then fold the front part over. This then acts as a cover for the luggage space behind the seats. It is folded so that the clear windows are not folded, just the front half.If I need the hood it is a much quicker hood up process as it is part fitted and almost like an easy-up hood. It is, though, a choice of tonneau or hood as both cannot be used together.
