Rapha Country Jersey £105
Value
Performance
Well made, chic, comfortable and great-fitting Sportwool jersey with a patriotic twist and superb anti-pong properties.
Rapha Women's ¾ Bib Shorts £160
Value
Performance
Well made, stylish ¾ length bib tights with a very comfortable chamois but made from a very warm, fleecy fabric that leads to a bit of a Catch 22 situation…
Endura Women's Strike Gloves £30
Value
Performance
A brilliant value pair of high quality waterproof gloves for mild, wet and windy winter riding both off and on road with good reflective detail and features.
Vaude Aqua Pro Front £95 and Aqua Back Plus £125
Value
Performance
Large, good value and high-quality, fully waterproof panniers with a useful built-in security feature.
Giro Espada women's road shoe £160
Value
Performance
A very durable, hard-working pair of carbon-soled women’s road shoes, with good support, ventilation and anti-smell treatment.
Brompton Oratory Jacket £250
Value
Performance
A stylish jacket good for the office or meeting friends but still packs a raft of bike-friendly technical features.
AnaNichoola Bow-Peep Crochet Glove £25
Value
Performance
Love cycling and fashion? These crochet gloves with baby pink or blue bows on are both fully functional and fully fashionable.
The North Face Women’s S/S Muddy Tracks Tee £45
Value
Performance
A light, anti-smell, well-fitting mountain bike top with subtle reflective detail that wicks sweat well and looks good in both men’s and women’s versions.
Giro XAR MTB Helmet £115
Value
Performance
High-end off-road helmet for all-mountain use that offers a comfortable fit, good venting and an adjustable visor to deflect sun, rain and bugs.
Mavic Tempo Cross Country MTB Shoe £135
Value
Performance
Lightweight and top performing fine weather shoe but with some concerns about longterm durability and winter warmth.
Rapha Men’s Classic Softshell Jacket £240
Value
Performance
A highly breathable, vented, comfy and stylish softshell jacket built to stand the test of time from a brand that gives back to the world of cycling.
X-bionic XQ-1 Arm & PK-1 Leg warmers (£40 & £50)
Value
Performance
Comfortable and effective insulation layers that boost the performance of shorts and tops without making you overheat.
BBB Heavy Duty overshoes £19
Value
Performance
Basic overshoes that won’t win any prizes for style but score very highly on their fit, waterproofness, wind-resistance, insulation and value for money.
Rapha Women’s Long Sleeve Jersey £130
Value
Performance
An expensive but wonderfully warm, comfy and cosy jersey for cool autumn, winter and spring cycling with large cargo pockets and subtle reflective detail.
Lake MX 170 MTB Shoes £115
Value
Performance
A mid-range, slightly heavy but comfortable mountain biking cleat-compatible shoe with a more unusual ski boot style BOA adjustment unit that offers a precise fit
Vaude Elite Bib Pants IV £120
Value
Performance
Light and comfortable bib shorts that give plenty of padding and support in all the right places, yet are so light that you don’t know you’re wearing them.
AnaNichoola Kestral Gloves £35
Value
Performance
A high quality, durable, comfortable and very stylish ladies gloves with subtle high visibility features.
Montane Bionic Long Sleeve Zip Neck base layer £60
Value
Performance
Warm, comfortable, multi-activity base layer made from a Merino wool and Polyester mix. Not a cheap option, but supremely comfortable for all outdoor pursuits and has retro-reflective flashes for night riding, too.
Gaerne Carbon G.Inka MTB Shoes £160
Value
Performance
Top performing Italian mountain bike shoe for racing whippets.
Lazer Tardiz TT Helmet £170
Value
Performance
Pricey aero helmet but with some features that’ll definitely appeal to multi-sport racers.
Rapha Cross Jersey £130
Value
Performance
Lightweight Merino and polyester zip-up Cyclocross jersey that's exquisitely detailed and strikingly styled.
The North Face Muddy Tracks Jacket £110
Value
Performance
A stylish, light waterproof layer that offers protection from the elements when you need it most.
Brooks Barbican shoulder bag (large) £231
Value
Performance
Textile shoulderbag for the uber chic (but fairweather) townie. Beautifully made but lacks durability.
Endura Stealth Extreme/Stealth Lite Biblongs £140
Value
Performance
Warm, waterproof bib tights that come in standard or fleece-lined variants and equip your legs to take on any weather the winter can throw at you.
X-Bionic Bike Bib Tight Short £160
Value
Performance
Expensive but supremely comfortable and unique bib shorts that keep you cool in warm weather and warm in the cold, thanks to the different densities and weaves of the stretchy thermal fabric employed.
Endura Stealth jacket £170
Value
Performance
Impressive, waterproof softshell jacket for cold and wet weather that looks as good as it performs. It sounds pricey, but with some base layer adjustment, it may well be all you need for 5 months of the year, so is great value, too.
The North Face Base Camp Hot Shot £65
Value
Performance
An extremely tough, durable 30 litre daysack with a laptop sleeve great for commuting and longer day rides
Icebreaker Oasis Crewe £50
Value
Performance
A great close-fitting, wicking, warm and anti-smelling layer for cycling with a crew neck to avoid bulk at the neck
Rapha Merino Jersey £120
Value
Performance
Sublime quality, three-season pure Merino wool jersey that’s comfortable, hard wearing and devilishly stylish.
2XU Men’s Thermal Long Sleeve Compression Top £75
Value
Performance
A first class wicking baselayer from the ‘official compression partner to the Australian Institute of Sport’, but the compression benefits are harder to identify.
Polaris Bamboo Tec base layer £40
Value
Performance
Luxuriously soft and very comfortable base layer that's completely free of static. Made from a mix of bamboo charcoal fibres and polyester, it performs just as well as a fully synthetic top, but with no body-mapping or compression features in the construction, it's a bit pricey.
Smartwool Women's PHD Cycling Light Mini Socks
Value
Performance
Stretchy, comfy, anti-smelling, cycle friendly socks that feel good but have a tendency to slide around and slip down on longer rides.
Shutt VR Men’s Training Jersey 2011 £89
Value
Performance
Expensive but beautifully made long-sleeved jersey in Merino Perform fabric that offers a flap-free fit, loads of beefy pockets and an attractive, retro styling.
Polaris Sphere Vest £38
Value
Performance
Robust, wind and semi-waterproof gilet with three rear and one chest pocket, large mesh panels for venting and plenty of retro-reflective flashes for visibility at night.
The North Face Women’s Xenon Jacket £160
Value
Performance
A very light, packable Gore-Tex Paclite mountain bike jacket with great style and features, perfect for carrying on ‘Will it rain?’ days, but not breathable enough to cycle in for a whole day of rain.
Rapha Women’s Classic Softshell Jacket £240
Value
Performance
A stylish, high-performing softshell jacket with all the features you need (plus more you didn’t know you’d start lusting after!) that looks and feels great on cold winter road rides
Smartwool Women’s Mountain Jersey £65
Value
Performance
An elegant but expensive women's short-sleeved MTB jersey that offers a rich, Merino wool content and a simple uncluttered, quarter-zip design.
Polaris Fission Jersey £40
Value
Performance
Warm, close fitting, long-sleeved cycling-specific jersey for cooler temperatures at a bargain price.
Ortlieb Velocity Rucksack £75
Value
Performance
Basic but totally waterproof rucksack with chest and waist
straps, internal organiser, reflective badge and padded straps.
Vaude Aqua Box Bar bag £70
Value
Performance
Well made, waterproof, quick-release handlebar bag with a removeable shoulder strap and map case. Its 6-litre capacity is a little on the small side, but it'll keep all your essentials handy, and keep them bone dry, too.
Polaris Merino Sox £9
Value
Performance
Warm, comfortable cycling socks made from Merino wool to keep your toes toasty and feet odour-free in cooler weather.
Keen Springwater MTB Shoe £100
Value
Performance
Expedition or leisure shoe that clips into your bike pedals, great for more adventurous leisure riders who want shoes that grip when they need to push their bike up the muddier hills, and look the part afterwards in the pub!
Montane Stormrider Jacket £160
Value
Performance
A light, highly breathable waterproof jacket, that vents exceptionally well and is machine washable. Available in blue or hi-viz yellow.
Ortlieb Ultimate 5 Classic bar bag (Medium) £66
Value
Performance
High quality but pricey handlebar-mounted bag with reflective panel, an internal pocket, a fully waterproof construction and a locking quick-release attachment
VauDe Pace eVent Jacket £185
Value
Performance
Premium waterproof jacket with an active cycling cut, an uncluttered, minimalist design and a high level of breathability
Smartwool Rambition Men’s Shorts £85
Value
Performance
Rugged, high-quality, 8-panel cycling waist shorts with a top-notch chamois and a 39% Merino wool blend for warmth and long-lasting odour control
CamelBak L.U.X.E. £70
Value
Performance
Top-quality women's specific hydration backpack with a 3-litre reservoir and 10 litres of storage for tools and MTB kit
Smartwool Flagstaff Jersey £75
Value
Performance
Merino wool blend, short sleeve jersey with a full-length zip and a tight fit that’s comfortable against the skin and ideal for summer riding
Endura Meryl Knickers £40
Value
Performance
Very comfy, durable and well made ¾ length cycle leggings with a moulded, wicking and anti-smell pad but this could protrude more than most at the front on some women so try before you buy
Endura Luminite Overshoes £25
Value
Performance
Superb overshoe for year round conditions offering excellent additional visibility at night
Bern Berkley Women's Helmet £65
Value
Performance
A good value, cool-looking, comfy and well vented mountain biking, snowsports and skate helmet with sun visor and warm fluffly hat attachments that could do with a better, more durable adjustment system at the back of the head
Smartwool Women's Ewetopia Short £85
Value
Performance
High-end, 8-panel women's cycling shorts with a top quality, Italian chamois and a high Merino wool content for comfort and durability
MET Sine Thesis Road Helmet £180
Value
Performance
At a glance If you can cope with the price tag this is a superb helmet designed to keep you exceptionally cool
Rapha Winter Tights £145
Value
Performance
A well made, warm, comfortable and durable pair of tights ideal for roadies looking to keep up the miles over winter. The new version now has reflective details but could still do with a better positioned pocket.
Ortlieb Downtown Bag £110
Value
Performance
Briefcase-style, waterproof commuting bag that holds A4 files and a 15in laptop, and attaches to a rack just like a pannier
Sugoi Velocity II Tri Tank £58
Value
Performance
A super light, very quick drying, breathable and well ventilated triathlon top great for short summer races but the back pockets can be difficult to access when you need fuel on longer rides
Knog Frank Dog bag £95
Value
Performance
A good quality, stylish and highly versatile three in one bag great for commuters who do more than just cycle. It’s a backpack, pannier or handlebar bag
2XU T:O Team Wetsuit £200
Value
Performance
A very well designed, buoyant, streamlined, comfy wetsuit with non-chaffing invisible seams at a great price, perfect for beginner or budget triathletes
Sidi Genius 5 Pro Mega Road Cycling Shoes £160
Value
Performance
At a glance High-end, top quality road shoe with a ratchet closure and a super stiff sole, designed for wide feet
Sugoi Women’s RS Tri Shorts £48
Value
Performance
Great, quick-drying tri shorts with just enough padding so you don’t feel encumbered or weighed down on the swim or run but your bum isn’t numb after 25+ miles on the bike
Howies Ladies Slipstream Jersey £80
Value
Performance
A very warm, comfy, loose-fitting, sheep-friendly 100% Merino wool cycle top great for casual riders in cooler weather but no reflective trim, no zip housing and the rear pockets can sag and lack security so it is more of a fashion item than dedicated cycle top
Montane Featherlite Vélo H2O Jacket £70
Value
Performance
Lightweight waterproof that packs down into a small stuffsac and can be carried with ease by the most weight conscious rider
Giro Prolight Helmet £150
Value
Performance
Expensive but incredibly light road helmet, with an innovative fastening system and reasonable ventilation
Ortlieb Back & Front Roller Classic panniers £104 (Back), £85 (Front)
Value
Performance
Expedition quality panniers that offer a rugged, dependable performance, solid attachment points and a fully waterproof design
Montane Featherlite Vélo Jacket £45
Value
Performance
Windproof and weather-resistant lightweight cycling jacket with a tiny pack size
Polaris Hoolie Gloves £25
Value
Performance
Warm, windproof gloves with gel padding, silicon grippers and retro-reflective flashes for cool weather rides
Montane Featherlite Pants £45
Value
Performance
Low cost, all-weather overtrousers for cyclists that pack down into a tiny stuffsack and weigh next to nothing
Shimano M183N off-road shoes £130
Value
Performance
High-end, off-road shoe with a ratchet closure and a stiff sole that offers race performance for three-season weather
Gore Bike Wear Phantom Jacket £120
Value
Performance
A stylish windproof soft-shell jacket with zip-off sleeves, ideal for cooler, damp weather
Giro Ionos Helmet £160
Value
Performance
High-end road helmet with best-in-class venting and sleek looks, but the price tag will turn off all but the most serious of riders
Altura Ergofit Comp Short Sleeve Jersey £60
Value
Performance
Lightweight, full-zip short sleeve jersey that's good looking, highly breathable and well priced
Polaris Vortex II Jersey £75
Value
Performance
Warm, long-sleeved jersey with a windproof front, a stretch fleece back and a full-length zip. It looks very techie, but works in all kinds of weather and sports an appealing price tag
Altura Ergofit Pro Bib Shorts £100
Value
Performance
Expensive but superb bib shorts for warmer weather that are high on comfort and luxurious to wear
Campagnolo Heritage Full Zip Logo Jersey £60
Value
Performance
A retro-styled, short-sleeved, full-zip cycling jersey with modern fabric technology
Altura Airstream Long Sleeve Jersey £40
Value
Performance
Excellent value for money top that offers enough protection for cold mornings and sufficient breathability to last as the sun comes up
Giro Xen Helmet £100
Value
Performance
Premium off-road lid with big vents and extra rear protection
Campagnolo TG System Racing Glove £40
Value
Performance
Premium racing gloves with a price tag to match
Sugoi MidZero RC Pro Tight £64
Value
Performance
A quality, versatile pair of tights ideal for road or off road cycling on cold, but not freezing days
Gore Ozon WS Jersey £75
Value
Performance
Windproof short-sleeve jersey that’s good for 3-season use
Limar Pro 104 Ultralight Helmet £110
Value
Performance
The world’s lightest cycling helmet – a well-vented helmet that’s so light you won’t know you’re wearing it.
Sugoi Ladies RS Short Sleeve Jersey £58
Value
Performance
A great-looking, comfy, highly breathable, well-ventilated mesh jersey that you, surprisingly, can’t see through. Works as a summer top or winter baselayer
Shimano R132 SPD-SL Road Shoe £120
Value
Performance
A good value, comfy and durable road shoe with an easy to use buckle and a stiff carbon sole suitable for narrow to regular feet
Howies Hand Me Down Satchel £125
Value
Performance
A classic and versatile design combined with an un-rivalled level of construction. The only major flaw is that I wouldn’t want to hand this bag down to anyone.
Polaris Sprint Bib Shorts £50
Value
Performance
A well made pair of bib shorts at a competitive price
Polaris Ladies Daisy Shorts £30
Value
Performance
Great value, ladies fit padded cycle shorts for more comfy, more flowery daily commutes and mid-distance rides
Respro High Viz Hump Waterproof £22
Value
Performance
“Be safe, Be seen” at its best. I’d never road ride without one.
Rapha Winter Jersey £120
Value
Performance
A stylish, well designed winter jersey perfect for even the coldest winter riding
Craft Pro Warm Wool Crewneck £45
Value
Performance
The finest Merino wool-polyester baselayer I have ever worn due to a perfect combination of stretchiness, warmth and anti-smelling properties
Karrimor Padded Cycling Pants Mens £13
Value
Performance
Bargain-priced tights best-suited for mountain biking
Craft Women's WS Thermal Bike Jacket £80
Value
Performance
A super warm, windstopping jacket that breathes well for cold, windy winter rides and fits women with smaller behinds better
Altura Night Vision Women’s Jacket £70
Value
Performance
A great value, durable, high viz waterproof jacket for cold, wet weather commutes but not breathable enough for summer use
SealSkinz Ladies All Weather Cycle Gloves £30
Value
Performance
A light, dextrous and comfy pair of waterproof cycling gloves, most breathable in colder weather
Altura Reflex Ergofit Windproof Bib Tights £100
Value
Performance
An excellent, comfortable high viz option for winter that keeps you warm when it's cold and cool when you're hot
Endura Gridlock Jacket £55
Value
Performance
This is a brilliant jacket that increases your visibility and safety while protecting you from the elements and keeping you comfortable
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SealSkinz Technical Mountain Bike Gloves £40
Value
Performance
Superbly warm gloves for any cyclist to keep you riding through the depths of winter
