If you're taking on more challenging mountain bike trails and more gnarly terrain it's a good idea to pad up as taking a tumble can cut short a great ride if you're not protected. However, protection doesn't have to be inflexible and heavy, as you'll soon find out when you pull on the super-light and super flexible MT500 D3O Ghost Knee Protectors. D3O® Ghost Insert The protection comes by the way of the D3O® Ghost Insert. This uses revolutionary new D3O® Impact Print™ technology to create the lightest and most flexible armour protection yet. Despite its lack of weight, you'll still benefit from the instant energy absorption of D3O in the event of an impact. And when you're pedalling the inherent flexibility comes into its own. Sweat-busting Comfort When you're working up a sweat on the trail you'll also be pleased to find the MT500 D3O protectors are remarkably good at dealing with moisture. Firstly the Ghost D3O insert itself allows perspiration to escape thanks to its open print design. Meanwhile, the stretch ripstop sleeve is quick to wick sweat off the skin and the open mesh backing allows your skin to breathe. Elastic cuffs hold the pads in place with silicone grippers ensuring a firm hold as you get rowdy.
If you suffer from cold feet when cycling then the Pro SL Primaloft Socks II are a treat for your feet. The combination of Primaloft GOLD and silk plus quick-wicking yarns ensures a luxurious level of warmth and feet free from sweat. The padded toe and metatarsal areas enhance comfort when you're pushing on the pedals and the long cuffs deliver warmth further up your legs.
Using a two-Layer riptstop waterproof fabric and a fast wicking mesh liner, the Endura Hummvee Waterproof Jacket will keep the rain out while at the same time ensuring sweat is allowed to escape, leaving you feeling dry and comfortable when riding. If you do find yourself feeling too warm, then underarm zipped vents are there to help dump warm moist air and let in fresh cooling airflow. The relaxed fit makes this a jacket perfectly suited to city riding and trails, with plenty of space to layer up as well as offering you the space to maneuver over tricky trail sections and flow along city streets. As light fades you'll also find the reflective trims add a nice level of visibility, helping you to be easily seen by other road users. Part of the expanding Hummvee range this Hummvee Waterproof Jacket continues the fine tradition of practical and tough design that will stand the test of time.
Keeping rain and road spray at bay, the FS260 Pro Slick Overshoes II are waterproof but aren't too bulky making them great for any season and easy to stow away in a pocket if the sun does break through the clouds. Thanks to the open sole design and rear zipper access they're easy to pull on and off, and with the stretch upper they're suitable to slip on over most styles of road cycling shoe. A deep elastic cuff, with an inner silicone gripper, gives the overshoes a close and secure seal against the leg, while twin rear stripes are reflective for extra after-dark visibility.
Using a softshell back and fingers gives the Pro SL Primaloft Waterproof Gloves a comfortably snug fit, with a long, stretch cuff providing a perfect seal with jackets and jerseys. A seam-sealed, waterproof, breathable internal membrane keeps water out, while still allowing sweat build up to escape. For reliable and sure grip in wet weather, Endura give the gloves a synthetic leather palm and then add critically positioned, highly durable grippy overlays - full control is assured. Thanks to the Primaloft® Gold Insulation Endura suggest that you'll have warm downs right down to minus ten degrees Celcius, perfect for icy cold rain or snowy rides. Reflective details add low light visibility, helping keep you safe as the winter light fades.
There's nothing wose than riding and feeling cold and wet. The men's Endura Hummvee Waterproof Trousers come to the rescue, providing reliable wet weather protection thanks to a burly 2.5-layer waterproof and fully seam-sealed construction. Not only is the rain kept out, but the excellent breathability ensures you're not left feeling cold and clammy inside either. To ensure the best level of comfort on the bike, Endura employ a seam-free inner leg panel, a curved stretch panel back yoke and pre-curved knee articulation. This results in a free and easy range of motion that means pedalling is unrestricted and you'll find that getting in and out of the saddle doesn't cause discomfort. The Hummvees are also Clickfast™ compatible so you can use with your favourite pair of Endura liners.
It's to the back of the Singletrack Windproof Gloves that you'll find the softshell construction doing a great job of keeping out nasty cold winds and warmth in. Also present is knuckle protection to deflect knocks and scrapes, whilst inside a fleece lining keeps your hands cosy. The slim and durable synthetic palm features a silicone print for extra grip, while the zero padding design gives a more natural feel and maximum dexterity. Perfect for autumn, spring and less cold winter days these are a versatile glove for all your cool weather mountain biking.
The Endura Hummvee Waterproof Shorts build upon the brilliant standard Hummvee design to give you a whole new level of comfort when riding in wet weather. Whether it's on a mountain bike ride or a daily commute, these shorts do a great job of keeping off the rain, while at the same time allowing sweat to escape. The weather protection is completed by a fully seam-sealed construction. Endura add durable stretch fabric panels on the seat of the shorts, helping them to resist abrasion between your saddle and shorts. To increase comfort and mobility further, you'll find a seam-free inner leg panel plus a curved stretch panel back yoke, making for easy pedalling. The Hummvee Waterproof shorts are also Clickfast™ compatible, making it a cinch to add a pair of your favourite Endura inner shorts for extra padding.
For keen young cyclists who just want to ride whenever and wherever, the Kids MT500JR Waterproof Jacket makes sure they keep dry and comfortable when the weather takes a turn for the worse. Rated to 10,000mm for waterproofing and 10,000g/m2/24hr for breathability, it will keep the rain out for prolonged periods and prevent them from feeling chilly from sweat build up. A fully seam-sealed construction and water-repellent finish also add an extra barrier of protection from the rain. If your young biker rides with a backpack, silicone shoulder grips keep the straps in place and prevent wear and tear. Reflective trims also keep them visible when light levels are low and front pockets double as vents, making for easy control of cooling airflow. With a relaxed fit, it’s easy to stay mobile on the bike and there’s also plenty of space for extra layers underneath, just right for a chillier day of cycling.
Both warm and quick-wicking, the FS260-Pro Roubaix Jersey will take you from the cooler days of cycling in autumn, through the cold of winter and out into the milder temperatures of spring. The thermal body traps warmth and yet when you increase the tempo, it’s quick to draw excess sweat off the skin. The result is comfort across a wide range of temperatures. As befits a performance-orientated garment, Endura tailor the fit to be as streamlined as possible, cutting down on speed-sapping flapping. The stretch of the fabrics still let you move easily though. And for when days grow shorter and the sun sets earlier, reflective trims give a boost to low-light visibility.
When temperatures plummet to low single digits and even below zero, the motivation to get out and ride can take a hit. But the Women’s Pro SL PrimaLoft® Jacket II provides a brilliantly light extra layer of cold-weather protection. Warmth comes via its PrimaLoft® GOLD insulation, getting you out of the door and enjoying the crisp winter air. The GOLD insulation achieves an outstanding level of warmth, but it won’t weigh you down – it’s also easily packable so you can tuck your jacket away in a jersey pocket if you do start to overheat. The windproof shell also contributes to your warmth, keeping out biting cold wind-chill. The athletic fit is trim and close to the body as you don’t want to be wasting energy battling both the cold and a flappy jacket. Endura uses stretch panels to the back and under the arms, facilitating easy movement and the bonded hem keeps the jacket snugly in place. Three rear pockets make space for fuel and spares and there’s a zipped pocket to stash keys too. If you're a rider who feels the cold more than others and is seeking extra insulation, then you'll love the extra warmth of this jacket. Lightweight and cut for riding it will keep you cosy on the coldest of winter rides and for the hardcore winter road rider, this brilliantly warm Pro SL PrimaLoft® Jacket is essential.
As we all know, it’s during those cold, wet months of winter where the foundations of summer cycling success are laid. And that means cycling in the foulest of weather conditions. This is where you’ll be very glad of the superb protection offered by the Pro SL Waterproof Shell Jacket. The lightweight ExoShell60SL™ 3-Layer and fully seam-sealed construction offer impressive rain protection, rated to 20,000mm for waterproofing. A water-repellent coating also slows down wetting out of your jacket, ensuring greater comfort. When you’re racking up the wet-weather miles, you’ll also be more than impressed by the incredible breathability, rated to 60000g/m2/24hr. Consequently, pedalling hard into a stiff headwind or hitting high watts on hills won’t leave you soaked in sweat. Protection inside and out. Attention to detail is first-class. A two-way front zipper makes for easy control of ventilation and easy access to jersey pockets below your jacket. A high cut collar is shaped to cut out drafts and lessen water ingress. There are also external gel/trash pockets for convenience. The fit is slim, preventing flapping and ensuring precious watts are saved for that final push for home.