Clothing

Van Rysel does it again, producing a high-performance, great-value bit of kit for winter riding.

By Tim Russon Published 11 February 26

Divisive looks and a change of approach mean this reinvented Gabba looks to tackle a specific area of the market not often addressed

By Andy Turner Published 9 February 26

The price is insane, but being a combination of a winter jacket, bib tights, and wind breaker does soften that price, but only slightly.

By Andy Turner Published 7 February 26

When the product title includes the words 'deep winter', you know that warmth and protection are going to be high on its list of attributes

By Tim Russon Published 4 February 26

In the coldest and wettest conditions this excels, but perhaps at the expense of versatility

By Andy Turner Published 2 February 26

A thermal jersey with effective weather proofing and race fit, but a few small foibles

By Andy Turner Published 26 January 26

Old-school looks belie the warmth and performance on offer from Giro's Xnetic H2O gloves

By Tim Russon Published 24 January 26

Can Van Rysel make the jump up to the big league in terms of the performance of their premium-priced jacket?

By Tim Russon Published 23 January 26

The low-profile design increases dexterity while still packing plenty of protection against the cold

By Hannah Bussey Published 22 January 26

Possibly the most packable fully waterproof gilet around but it is quite short

By Andy Turner Published 19 January 26

Second-generation Met Trenta perfects the lightweight helmet blueprint and is among the highest-scoring helmets ever tested by Virginia Tech

By Aaron Borrill Published 18 January 26

High-loft Polartec Alpha insulation delivers winter warmth in a light, compressible package

By Anne-Marije Rook Published 15 January 26

Lightweight, dexterous and surprisingly warm, these 'winter' gloves deliver the kind of warmth you’d expect from a glove twice their size and price

By Anne-Marije Rook Published 14 January 26

A £5 price cut does little to detract from that painfully high cost, but everything about this jacket has got better

By Andy Turner Published 14 January 26

Typically, a winter boot is just for the hardy souls that head out in the depths of winter, but these could be just the ticket for those who like to ride in changeable conditions.

By Neal Hunt Published 12 January 26

Large and highly effective cargo pockets are a definite highlight

By Andy Turner Published 10 January 26

Do super-lightweight cycling shoes offer performance benefits that justify their hyper-expensive prices? We asked a top-scientist who modelled it and found out.

By Simon Fellows Published 9 January 26

Many of the pros of the Shadow Jersey but fewer cons as well

By Andy Turner Published 5 January 26

Perhaps better known for their road products, Q36.5's Adventure range caters for gravel riders, with pieces that include this Adventure Jersey

By Tim Russon Published 31 December 25

Designed to deliver plenty of breathability during high-intensity rides in cool, dry weather

By Emma Silversides Published 27 December 25

A race day specialist from Assos that delivers where it promises to do so

By Andy Turner Published 24 December 25

They may let the water in, but, vitally, they keep your hands warm

By Andy Turner Published 19 December 25

An impressively lightweight, full-frame sunglass design that’s stylish enough for everyday wear

By Tyler Boucher Published 18 December 25

A versatile base layer that performs brilliantly in a wide range of temperatures.

By Emma Silversides Published 17 December 25

A no nonsense pair of winter tights that do everything they need to do pretty well

By Tim Russon Published 17 December 25

Multi-layer construction is impressive in wet weather

By Andy Turner Published 15 December 25

A lightweight, minimalist shoe with moderate sole flex that works a treat for long periods on the bike as well as short forays on foot into the wilds (or cafés).

By Simon Fellows Published 12 December 25