The Giro Havoc H2O shorts are one of my current go-tos. Though best known for helmets, Giro has been putting out clothing for over a decade.
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Review: Fox Flexair Neoshell Water Waterproof Jacket
The Flexair Neoshell Water jacket is a new addition to Fox’s range for this winter. Designed to keep you dry and comfortable in the worst possible conditions, Fox has constructed the jacket from Polartec Neoshell, which on top being rated as 10,000g/m2/24hr for waterproofness, is…
New 7MESH Thunderpants!
If you want to catch our eye in our news inbox, there are two ways: a huge price tag, or a great name. Which is it from 7MESH that grabbed us here? The new 7MESH range for autumn/winter has been released and includes new and…
Showers Pass Ranger Hip Pack | Waterproof Biscuit Transport
Wet weather specialists Showers Pass have just released the big sister to their Rainslinger hip pack. The Showers Pass Ranger hip pack boasts more room, a tool roll, back protection and wider straps, meaning it could be the bridge between the carrying capacity of a…
Showers Pass Refuge Pants | Tough Trousers for Rough Weather
Hannah checks out the Showers Pass Refuge Pants – waterproof trousers from the top of their range. Generally I’ll opt for waterproof shorts for wet weather rides, and deal with the wet and chilled legs later, but sometimes waterproof trousers are worth their relative bulk…
Howies Doyle Waterproof Jacket | For Summer Rides And Much More
As Spring blends into Summer, and the winter wardrobe takes more of a back seat, having a lightweight jacket is a must for any riding kit bag – and the Howies Doyle looks as if it ticks many-a-box. Howies is a brand that many UK…
Showers Pass Rainslinger Waterproof Hip Pack | Does What It Says On The Tin
Would the Showers Pass Rainslinger Waterproof Hip Pack live up to its billing? Or would Calderdale’s finest winter filth get the better of it? The Rainslinger hip pack has a 3.5lt capacity and attaches to your person via reflective ballistic strength Nylon webbing straps with…
Cube X-Shell Natural Fit Winter Gloves | Reviewed
It’s one of the mysteries of the cycling world why bike clothing has never really made the crossover into mainstream fashion. Branded clothing from cycling brands therefore tends to be worn by brand-fans and sponsored riders, showing their loyalty. While Cube is a huge manufacturer…
Nukeproof Nirvana Jacket | Light, Breathable & Waterpoof
Amanda has spent more time in her Nukeproof Nirvana packable jacket than she has on a bike recently, so what’s making her wear it in all weathers? It’s hard to define seasons these days. We’ve had weeks of torrential rain mid summer and glorious sunshine…
Showers Pass | Durable, sustainable ride gear for all weathers
Hannah has been out in Idaho at the Impact Sun Valley media event to check out a bunch of brands and products. Here, she finds out a bit more about the Showers Pass brand and products. I’ve had the pleasure of testing and reviewing a…
Ortlieb’s New Atrack BP – Putting the backpack into bikepacking?
Is Ortlieb’s new Atrack BP bag the answer to bikepacking on a full suspension bike? Not everyone can fit bikepacking bags to their bike. There are some awkward frame designs out there and not everyone has got the room. Some people don’t want to either.…
Review | Fox Attack Waterproof Jacket and Waterproof Pants
It’s been a wet and gritty winter here in Calderdale, which has provided idyllic conditions for testing waterproof riding gear. With jackets and bottoms from Endura, Leatt and Fox, our local two-wheeled adventurer has been putting three waterproof riding combos to the test. Over to…
Review | Endura MT500 Waterproof Jacket & Waterproof Shorts
It’s been a wet and gritty winter here in Calderdale, which has provided idyllic conditions for testing waterproof riding gear. With jackets and bottoms from Endura, Leatt and Fox, our local two-wheeled adventurer has been putting three waterproof riding combos to the test. Over to…
The Polaris Aquanought Hydration backpack is ready to face the filth
Winter in the UK can be a problematic time to ride a bike. The daylight seems to last for an hour or two at most, the temperature has plummeted, and then there’s the rain. My god, the rain. Not only are there weeks here when…
Review: Alpkit Argonaut – Cheap Enough To Buy Several Of For When You Crash
While recently sorting through all my kit in preparation for the Strathpuffer I counted 12 jackets of varying makes and styles. Some waterproof, some windproof, some expensive, some cheap, some paper-thin, others full-on winter mountaineering jobs. Even though not all of them are cycling specific, they share a common cause in that…
Review: Ortlieb Frame Pack – A truly waterproof option?
One of the great things about the increasing popularity of bikepacking is that it is no longer confined to small volume producers with long lead times. That is not to say that the original bikepacking innovators aren’t still leading the charge in terms of product…
Review: Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Knit Gloves
The Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Knit gloves appear to be a fairly simple knitted pull on glove, and indeed they’re sold as ‘multi-purpose’ rather than ‘cycling specific’, so you might not expect many of the features we’ve come to expect in a cycling glove. But…
Review: Scott MTB Heater GTX Winter Boots. The Most Important Component For Winter Riding?
Hannah tests these waterproof boots from Scott Sports
Review: The Showers Pass IMBA Jacket Is A Waterproof Jacket By Mountain Bikers, For Mountain Bikers
Hannah finds that the International Mountain Bicycling Association knows a thing or two about jackets
Review: Endura’s MT500 Waterproof Trousers Claim To Keep You Dry
At £139, these are Endura's premium overtrousers. But are the MT500s actually waterproof?
Making Winter Mountain Biking Suck Just A Bit Less – Mavic XA Pro GTX Shoe Review
Did you know that on average, it rains one in every three days in the UK? We thought it was more than that too
Riding With Wet Feet Is Horrible – Are Dexshell Bamboo Waterproof Socks The Answer?
We test and review the ultralight bamboo socks from Dexshell, to find out if these are better than riding with plastic bags around your feet.
Endura Launches Flat Pedal Specific Waterproof Overshoes
Designed to keep your feet warm and dry, the Endura MT500 Plus Overshoe is the result of years of development and testing
Endura MT500 Waterproof Jacket II Review
Is the Endura MT500 Waterproof Jacket II is as good as it looks on paper? We take the MT500 to task to see how this winter riding jacket stacks up.
Core Bike 2017: Endura
Endura is set to release a waterproof overshoe specifically for flat pedals, and we get a first look here at a current prototype.
Ortlieb COR 13 Backpack Review
Does the purportedly waterproof COR 13 represent the pinnacle of ride pack design? Sanny set out to find out.
Interbike 2016: 7Mesh’s Resiliant Wool and Sub-100g GoreTex
Silky sheep shearings and weightless weatherproofing
Review: Waterproof Shorts Head 2 head
Sanny tests two pairs of shorts from two big names in the apparel market.
Review: Vaude Vs Scott – Women’s Waterproof Shorts Head-to-Head
During some of the wettest weather on record, Sharon has been testing waterproof shorts. How did she get on?
Waterproof Socks Mini Buyers Guide
In case you haven't noticed, it's quite wet out. We sent Greg out in the drizzle to test four pairs of waterproof socks
New jacket tech from Gore – the One Active
New beading tech spells the end for old waterproof fabrics
Mission Workshop’s Lightweight Orion Waterproof
Uppermost toppy top top drawer waterproof from Mission Workshop, anyone?
Interbike 2015: More from 7Mesh’s detail fetishists
A new collection from the masters of 'How much?' precision clothing - 7Mesh
Mavic Stratos H2O waterproof shorts.
Yes, it's August but that doesn't seem to bother the rain gods here in the UK. These could come in handy right now.
Lifedge waterproof case for iPhone 5/5S
Waterproof! Droppable! Do you need this to envelope your iPhone techno-jewels?
