Look at classic cycling pictures from the 1950s and 60s, be it racing or touring, and you'll see the knitted cycling mitt adorning the hands of many a champion of the road. And you too can get that same look with the Crochet Mitts. However, don't let the looks deceive, they perform to modern standards too. The crochet back allows for brilliant ventilation, keeping your hands cool on a hot day. And to the palm, the Amara synthetic leather is brilliantly flexible, allowing optimal dexterity. Perforations across the palm prevent sweat build-up and strategically placed cushioning pads take the pressure off and soak up lumps and bumps from the road. Fit is made easy via the hook and loop adjuster and finger tabs make it easy to pull your gloves off after your ride.
Be it running some errands on a cargo bike, taking a leisurely ride to a local cafe to meet friends or enjoying a family bike ride on the weekend, there are times when you don't want or need to pull on full cycling kit. And it's here the discreet Women's Tempo Under Shorts are brilliant. The Tempo shorts sit easily under your day-to-day clothing while providing extra comfort on the saddle via a memory foam seat pad. The pad is zig-zag stitched in place, offering plenty of flexibility and mobility, ensuring you never feel restricted. An elastic waistband keeps them firmly in place while bonded leg hems give a smooth and chafe-free fit.
When temperatures rise and the pace picks up on your summer rides, the Airstream Socks deliver the sweat-wicking comfort you need for fresh feet as the miles fly by. You'll also find the cushioned zones underfoot eases pressure when you're pushing hard on the pedals. Reinforced arch and toe areas provide excellent durability and flat seams reduce potential discomfort and prevent blisters.
Keeping warmth in and rain out, the Endurance Mistral Jacket makes cycling in inclement weather, if not a pleasure, then certainly more comfortable. The softshell outer feature a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment to protect you from rain showers as well as spray thrown up from damp roads. Inside the jacket, a high-loft fleece lining holds tenaciously to the warmth you generate when cycling. Excellent breathability minimises sweat build up too. The semi-fitted design and stretch fabrics of the Mistral offer streamlined performance ready for those faster efforts of Spring training. Smooth wrist cuffs and a sculpted neckline combine to keep the elements out and comfort levels up too. You'll also find the three covered rear pockets offer plenty of storage for fuel and ride essentials. Reflective panels also boost visibility as daylight fades. It's a brilliant all-rounder of a road cycling jacket.
When the weather isn't on your side, but you're still determined to ride, the Ridge Waterproof Shorts ensure you remain dry and comfortable. Waterproof rated to 10,000mm and featuring taped seams, the 3-layer fabric keeps out sudden downpours and sheds mud and dirt kicked up from your tyres. Weather protection extends to the pockets, with water-resistant zippers keeping valuables safe and dry. Just as importantly, the shorts are highly breathable too, ensuring hard uphill efforts don't leave you soaked in sweat. Easy movement is guaranteed thanks to articulated knees and a bike-ready fit. The leg openings are also shaped to be compatible with knee guards too, allowing you to pad up for more technical trails. An easy to use SR buckle completes the design, allowing for easy adjustment on the go making them an ideal short for MTB riding.
It doesn't matter if you're working up a sweat on your mountain bike, enjoying a steady summer jog or seeking new adventures on a bike-pack trip, the Kielder Lightweight Long Sleeve Jersey is quick to deal with sweat so you're always feeling dry and comfortable. Recycled polyester yarns deployed in high-sweat areas offer excellent moisture management while odour resistance keeps you fresh too. In terms of fit, Altura have kept it relaxed. This lets you move easily when you're on the bike and offers all-around comfort for an active lifestyle. Low-profile wrist cuffs and hem prevent chafing and irritation and maintain a low-bulk fit.
With stealthy looks and premium performance, the Women's Icon Short Sleeve Jersey offers a lot for the demanding road rider. When you inject some pace and dig deep to increase the intensity of your ride, the lightweight sweat-wicking fabric ensures you remain dry and don't end your efforts drenched in moisture. Mesh zones in high-sweat areas also give a boost to both ventilation and breathability. Meanwhile, the anti-odour properties of the fabric ensure you feel fresh deep into your rides. The fit is what Altura define as 'semi-fitted'. This gives you a jersey that hugs the body so as to minimise unwanted drag but with enough stretch to allow for easy movement. A reduction in seams also boosts streamlining while also removing areas of irritation. Bonded hem and sleeves provide a sleek and comfortable finish and reduce weight too. Three rear pockets provide plenty of space for the essentials you need for long training rides, with a zipped pocket to keep valuables, keys or cafe-stop money safe. And with reflective details, you'll be easier to see as your rides stretch into the fading light of warm summer evenings.
It doesn't matter if you're working up a sweat on your mountain bike, enjoying a steady summer jog or seeking new adventures on a bike-pack trip, the Kielder Lightweight Short Sleeve Jersey is quick to deal with sweat so you're always feeling dry and comfortable. Recycled polyester yarns deployed in high-sweat areas offer excellent moisture management while odour resistance keeps you fresh too. In terms of fit, Altura have kept it relaxed. This lets you move easily when you're on the bike and offers all-around comfort for an active lifestyle. Low-profile arm cuffs and waist hem prevent chafing and irritation and maintain a low-bulk fit too.
Perfectly comfortable on and off the bike, the Tempo Under Shorts from Altura feel great under a casual pair of jeans or a pair of baggies for all day sessions on the trail. When things heat up, the combination of quick-to-dry wicking fabric and a Coolmax® seat insert ensure you feel supported and ventilated, and the elasticated waist keeps the liner close to the body. Intelligent seam placement round things out: contact areas with the body are seamless to keep chafing at bay on longer routes.
This pannier bag is built for road bike adventures and comes equipped with a tough polyester construction. This makes it ideal for handling all the abuse that's associated with bike packing and riding in all-weather conditions. Altura has also kitted out this adventure-ready pannier bag with a TPU coating, which gives it an extra layer of durability against the elements. This makes it ideal for riders who regularly commute or enjoy going the extra mile, whatever the weather conditions. This version's material is also reflective, so you'll stay visible and safe to other road users. Manufacturers Part Numbers: 15 Litres: ALBTHUNPANB15L 25 Litres: ALBTHUNPANB25L
If you enjoy sweeping past traffic on your bike commute and will ride even when the weather is dark and damp, the Nightvision Storm Waterproof Jacket provides both weather-proof protection and extra visibility on darker mornings and evenings. Altura uses a highly waterproof and breathable fabric, rated to 10,000mm and 10,000g/m2 respectively, and taped seams, preventing rain getting in while ensuring you don't arrive at your destination drenched in sweat. When it comes to shorter days, darker morning and evenings, the "Silver Reflective" print comes to the fore. While some reflective jackets sacrifice breathability for reflectivity, this is not the case with the Nightvision storm. Careful positioning and design of the reflective prints ensure you're easy to spot on the road while making no sacrifice to the jacket's breathability. A fleece-lined collar will keep you dry and snug whilst a variety of storage pockets let you keep essentials close to hand.
Simplifying your commute, the Thunderstorm Hi-Viz Backpack weighs just 600 grams, making your commute lightweight and with a rolltop closure, you can effectively utilise all 30 litres of this impressive bag. Waterproof certified to IPX6 and finished with sealed seams, you can commute on the wettest, wildest days and with a venting back system, riding in the height of summer is also a breeze. Finished with 360-degree visibility, you'll also appreciate extra visibility in lower light. Internally, a padded laptop sleeve protects laptops and tablets while a zipped pocket provides easy access to key items such as phones, keys or wallets.