11spd: This week’s best new bike gear

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Winter might’ve hit Europe with force in the last week or two but down in the southern hemisphere there’s blissful sunshine (we hope) so here’s a collection of winter kit, summer kit and some things in between that has been delivered to BikeRadar this week.

Specialized Merino Base Layer A decent long sleeve base layer is crucial for those long winter rides, so Specialized has released this uber plush Merino wool number.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1890,1062&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1056&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,179&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1890" height="1062" class="wp-image-314878 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="These fancy base layers don't come cheap" title="joe-shoes-11spd-8-1513181191137-wbh9kf9j56ui-5bf6ae2" data-source-name="Jack Luke/Immediate Media"> These fancy baselayers don’t come cheap Jack Luke/Immediate Media Apparently this wool is Australian Merino wool, meaning it’s super soft and excellent at regulating body temperature. Obviously it’s not the cheapest base layer out there, but that Merino sure feels great against the skin, and hopefully it’s warm and toasty as well.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=1000,561&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,527&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,408&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,311&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,190&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,179&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1000" height="561" class="wp-image-314885 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Ribbed fabric on the arms" title="joe-shoes-11spd-10-1513181191141-1mvg3omjuo8p7-1000-100-c5d3dbc" data-source-name="Jack Luke/Immediate Media"> Ribbed fabric on the arms Jack Luke/Immediate Media £55 / €74 /$80 www.specialized.com <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1890,1062&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1056&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,179&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1890" height="1062" class="wp-image-314881 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Super soft Merino wool from the big S" title="joe-shoes-11spd-9-1513181191137-1ar67apg8vzz8-f3238ee" data-source-name="Jack Luke/Immediate Media"> Super soft Merino wool from the big S Jack Luke/Immediate Media Nunn lime hydration tablets Want to stay optimally hydrated? Like limes? Then perhaps Nunn’s lime flavoured electrolyte tablets will be just the ticket for your bike based hydration needs.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1890,1062&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1056&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,179&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1890" height="1062" class="wp-image-314892 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Hydration tablets with a caffeine kick" title="joe-shoes-11spd-12-1513181191148-cioxj5pbehzi-efb9eee" data-source-name="Jack Luke/Immediate Media"> Hydration tablets with a caffeine kick Jack Luke/Immediate Media These little tablets drop in your bottle and give it a much needed electrolyte kick for those days when hydration is key. This particular flavour also comes with a 40mg caffeine kick, and while this will give you a welcome boost, we wouldn’t recommend having too many on a hot day.

£6.99 / €NA / $NA nunnlife.com Rapid Racer Products Road Rear Guard If you have a fancy race bike that you can’t fit mudguards to you’ll be well aware of what we like to call ‘wet arse syndrome’, especially during the winter. While it won’t keep you totally dry and certainly won’t prevent you from spraying anyone behind, the Rear Guards Mudguard is a cheap and easy way to keep off the worst of the winter spray.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=1890,1062&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1056&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,179&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1890" height="1062" class="wp-image-314888 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Lightweight, easy to fit and great value, what's not to like?" title="joe-shoes-11spd-11-1513181191144-rp19o19zmkbp-1aa7b62" data-source-name="Jack Luke/Immediate Media"> Lightweight, easy to fit and great value, what’s not to like? Jack Luke/Immediate Media They’re easy to fit, light and cheap, what’s not to like?

£9.49 / €NA / $NA www.rapidracerproducts.com Fizik X1 Infinito MTB shoes The new Infinito X1 represents Fizik’s top spec XC and trail shoe. It comes in a subdued black colourway and has all the bells and whistles you’d expect with a carbon sole, BOA retention system and plush internal liner.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314897 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Spendy shoes from Fizik" title="shoesfizik-1513182374137-b876daws5ggi-c9bed3a" data-source-name="Oli Woodman/Immediate Media"> Spendy shoes from Fizik Oli Woodman/Immediate Media Fizik’s site claims a 42.5 weighs just 294g, however our 45 weighed closer to 400g, so we’re not quite sure where the extra 100g has come from.

Being Fizik, they obviously don’t come cheap at over £300, but rest assured our resident XC shoe geek Joe Norledge will be giving them a thorough thrashing to see if they’re worth the eye-watering price.

£324.99 / €NA / $NA www.fizik.com Nukeproof Pulse Comp The Pulse Comp is the entry level bike in the Nukeproof downhill range with the Factory and RS sitting above the Comp. Aside from the own-brand wheels, the spec on the Pulse Comp wouldn’t be out of place on a bike seen at a World Cup event. That’s an impressive thing given the very reasonable price tag.

The SRAM Guide RE brakes impressed our Guy Kesteven, racking in a solid 4.5 stars. They were praised for delivering tons of power while being ultra-reliable, though you don’t have the option of the Swing Link lever version.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314900 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Nukeproof Pulse Comp" title="nukeproof-1513184663016-e0sbnql4sakl-ebb8b45" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> Nukeproof Pulse Comp Oli Woodman / Immediate Media Continuing the 4.5 out 5 star spec, the SRAM GX DH 1×7 drivetrain delivered a smooth, maintenance free ride during our testing.

Overall this year Nukeproof seems to have thrown out a bunch of very competitively priced, well equipped bikes that should impress the budget conscious mountain biker looking to update their ride for 2018.

The Pulse Comp is heading to the boys over at MBUK for a larger downhill bike group test, so expect full reviews in the future.

£3,000 / $2,900 / AU$3,600 / €2,850 nukeproof.com Veloeye Many riders out there will have experienced the dread of going to get your bike only for it to have been nicked. Then starts the internet search on the off-chance you’ll find your bike and then somehow be able to retrieve it.

With these very simple QR code stickers from Veloeye, you or other users can verify whether a bike has been tagged as stolen or is safely sitting pretty waiting for its owner to return. Green means everything is fine, red means it’s been reported as missing.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,902&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,820&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,626&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,529&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,410&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,313&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,200&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="902" class="wp-image-314914 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Veloeye tracking stickers" title="room-4-of-4-1513184663026-ql3mha5ip6jp-c4a3560" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> Veloeye tracking stickers Oli Woodman / Immediate Media Veloeye keeps an encrypted database of every user registered bike which is linked to the unique QR codes.If you’re worried about data privacy, which is a fair shout, Veloeye states that it will never transmit location data about bikes other than directly to the owner of a reported stolen bike. That owner gets the location and time of scanning.

£10 per sticker pack with the app being free to use. www.veloeye.com Bell Sixer MIPS The Bell Sixer is the updated version to its popular Super trail lid, a helmet that we highly rated a few years ago. However as times changed and tech developed, the Super began to look a bit dated, so Bell has reimagined that helmet in the Sixer.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,902&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,820&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,626&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,529&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,410&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,313&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,200&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="902" class="wp-image-314904 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Bell Sixer is the updated Super" title="room-2-of-4-1513184663019-eotgrgw1gx26-5e47f93" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> Bell Sixer is the updated Super Oli Woodman / Immediate Media There are a bunch of new features, MIPS being an obvious one, more ventilation, an integrated GoPro standard camera/light mount, a rubberised strip along the back to stop goggle strap slip and a four-position visor for goggle storage.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,902&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,820&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,626&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,529&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,410&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,313&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,200&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="902" class="wp-image-314910 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Rubberized padding keeps your goggle straps from slipping" title="room-3-of-4-1513184663023-v0uwj6uly8es-fc1aff1" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> Rubberised padding keeps your goggle straps from slipping Oli Woodman / Immediate Media A small strip of foam at the front of the helmet allows for sweat to collect before dropping in front of your goggles and not on your goggles. This Sweat Guide system can be found on Bell’s Zephyr road helmet so you’d expect to see this tech trickle into other designs.

£150 / $150 / AU$NA / €NA www.bellhelmets.com MAAP Motion Pro Base Jersey and Team 2.0 Bibshorts Made in Italy and designed in Australia, MAAP has built a reputation for both eye-catching designs and excellent quality in recent years.

The Motion Pro Base jersey is one of six new jersey designs from the Melbourne based firm. Featuring an aggressive ‘pro fit’, the jersey is high wicking and also offers SPF 50+ sun protection.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=1920,1280&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1253&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,970&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,741&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,626&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,485&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,370&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,236&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,226&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,213&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1920" height="1280" class="wp-image-314966 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="MAAP Motion Pro Base jersey" title="rjbddsc_0246-1513259027051-17do9pmrbjmh6-288d100" data-source-name="Reuben Bakker-Dyos / Immediate Media"> MAAP Motion Pro Base jersey Reuben Bakker-Dyos / Immediate Media Rather than screen printing colour onto the jersey, as is the practice with many technical cycling jerseys, MAAP has opted to pre-dye the material and claim the colour won’t fade with use and washes.

Longer sleeves and a lower collar follow recent high-end jersey trends, while the contrasting lettering and detailing on the front, rear and sleeves create a subtle and smart look.

MAAP’s second-generation team bibshorts are also designed with a race focus. The four-way stretch fabric and deep bonded cuffs offer a secure and comfortable fit, alongside the shorts’ performance focused compression properties.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=1920,1280&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1253&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,970&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,741&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,626&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,485&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,370&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,236&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,226&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,213&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1920" height="1280" class="wp-image-314973 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="MAAP Motion Pro Base bibshorts" title="rjbddsc_0253-1513259027055-4my533mclqfh-abcae85" data-source-name="Reuben Bakker-Dyos / Immediate Media"> MAAP Motion Pro Base bibshorts Reuben Bakker-Dyos / Immediate Media The shorts also see an updated chamois from their predecessor, with ‘dual density padding’ focused on pressure areas, perforations for improved airflow and a soft-touch microfibre lining.

The cut seems aggressive on both pieces, even for Italian sizing but we look forward to giving the kit a run out as soon as the weather permits.

Jersey : €155 / £138 Bibshorts : €195 / £173 maap.cc Giant Contend 1 <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314919 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Giant's Contend 1 occupies the brand's entry-level offering" title="20171212-6849-clevitch-untitled-1513204508471-6fu3ghtt1p69-ca42337" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> Giant’s Contend 1 occupies the brand’s entry-level offering Colin Levitch / Immediate Media Occupying the entry-level portion of Giant’s range is the Contend, pitched as a performance all rounder the geometry is quite similar to the brand’s Defy Endurance bikes, the only difference being slightly shorter chainstays and in turn a shorter wheelbase.

Our Contend 1 tester sees Giant’s ALUXX-grade butted aluminium frame, a hybrid composite fork, Tektro rim brakes and Shimano’s Sora 9-speed drivetrain turning the gears

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314928 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Giant provides the majority of the components, including 25c rubber" title="20171212-6854-clevitch-untitled-1513204508479-18ho27f7e88e0-369c7dc" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> Giant provides the majority of the components, including 25c rubber Colin Levitch / Immediate Media The components are Giant’s own and our size medium tester tipped the scales at 9.31kg / 20.53lbs.

£749 / $860 / AU$1,099 giant-bicycles.com Northwave Flash 2 Carbon <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314932 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Northwave's Flash 2 Carbon shoes have similar SWL2 cable routing to the top end Extreme RR" title="20171212-6861-clevitch-untitled-1513204508484-duspo630tzpc-416cd04" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> Northwave’s Flash 2 Carbon shoes have similar SWL2 cable routing to the top end Extreme RR Colin Levitch / Immediate Media They’re Italian, they have a carbon reinforced sole, and they have a dial closure, Northwave’s new Flash 2 Carbon road shoes are some pretty schmick looking slippers.

Rated 12 on Northwave’s stiffness scale, the Flash 2 Carbon shoes feature what Northwave calls it’s Flash Carbon sole — the majority of the plate is nylon but there is a full carbon insert in the pedal area. The sole also features built-in TPU arch support which the brand says allows the shoe to ‘perfectly shape on the bow of the arch’.

For the Speedplayers out there the Flash 2 Cabons are compatible with the NW Speedplay adapter, and the heel is lined with one-way silver thread to prevent heel slip.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314938 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The majority of the sole is nylon, but the cleat area is carbon" title="20171212-6862-clevitch-untitled-1513204508487-rns3412bt2wt-67d4c70" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> The majority of the sole is nylon, but the cleat area is carbon Colin Levitch / Immediate Media These kicks also see Northwave’s BioMap Aero Overlap upper and an SLW2 dial.

The upper is fully perforated for max airflow and these kicks tipped our scales at 541g for the pair.

£179.99/ $199.99 / AU$269.95 northwave.com/en Solo Road Kit <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314948 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The new Omni Echelon jersey and Comp bibs from SoLo" title="20171212-6873-clevitch-untitled-1513204508503-5jqa0anu0o8b-bbe01d2" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> The new Omni Echelon jersey and Comp bibs from SoLo Colin Levitch / Immediate Media Our Kiwi friends from across the Tasman Straight, SoLo, have sent over their top-end road kit, the Omni Echelon Jersey and Comp Bibs.

To our eyes the jersey looks fantastic and is made from four lightweight mesh fabrics.

There are silicone grippers at the bottom of the sleeves and the hem of the jersey, and all three of the rear pockets get reflective accents.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314957 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Plenty of technical fabrics in play" title="20171212-6875-clevitch-untitled-1513204508510-7mfgkoz4fg1u-f489969" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> Plenty of technical fabrics in play Colin Levitch / Immediate Media There is also a small zippered pocket, which is also reflective but isn’t quite big enough for a modern smartphone.

The fit is slightly relaxed and the jersey is complete with finishing touches such as a full-length placket, flatlock seams and small folds of fabric at the top and bottom to prevent zipper rash.

The Comp bibs are simple black with a La Fonte gender specific HD Ergonomic Pro chamois. They’ve got wide silicone infused leg bands, reflective logos and soft and stretchy mesh braces.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b.jpg?quality=90&lb=320,180&background=white 320w, " sizes="(min-width: 992px) 940px, (min-width: 768px) 728px, (min-width: 576px) 556px, calc(100vw - 20px)" width="1600" height="900" class="wp-image-314963 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Wide leg grippers to keep everything in place" title="20171212-6878-clevitch-untitled-1513204508521-vk4et1rbkk82-167ba1b" data-source-name="Colin Levitch / Immediate Media"> Wide leg grippers to keep everything in place Colin Levitch / Immediate Media Omni Echelon Jersey : £TBC / $TBC / AU$89.99 Comp Bibs : £TBC / $TBC / AU$99.99 solocc.com