Madison Tempest Short

Neat design, well built, with a manufacturer-backed, limited lifetime guarantee. So far, so good.

Gore Bike Wear Alp-X 2.0 Windstopper Gloves

A well-fitting and much-warmer-than-it-looks glove.

Shimano Deore XT 27.5in Wheelset

A complete bargain for all-round Mountain Biking™. As long as you’re unlikely to need to switch axle standards often, these will serve you well.

Mavic Crossmax SL TI Pedal

The knee-loving pedal has improved

Schwalbe Magic Mary 27.5 x 2.35

The Magic Mary is Schwalbe’s new top end gravity tyre

Renthal Fatbar Lite Carbon Handlebar And Duo Stem

Top-end bar and stem combo with impeccable performance and engineering to offset lightweight carbon nerves.

Showers Pass Skyline Softshell Jacket

Why take two jackets into heavy showers when this one will do?

Mavic Crossmax Shoes

All-day pedalling comfort with that secure, adjustability of the ratchet strap. You must like yellow though

Acre Hauser 14 Litre Hydration Pack.

A great-fitting bag that does a really good job of keeping your gear dry and carrying just about all you need.