11spd: This week’s best new bike gear

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Rejoice for 11spd is here! Your weekly roundup of the most rootin-tootin-est, freshest new road and mountain bike gear to land at BikeRadar .

Cervelo R5 eTap review Three stunning road bikes from NAHBS 2018 This week we’ve seen what could be a new disc race platform from Cannondale , weighed in on Cervelo’s newest all-round race bike , looked at a weird 0mm stem for the road and spent some time on Canyon’s first e-MTB the Canyon Spectral:On .

If all of that didn’t quite sate your appetite for fresh swag, then read on!

Karcher OC3 <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e.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-299710 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Karcher's dinky, portable pressure washer is powered by lithium batteries" title="dscf9552-1519653263701-vxg5j02nivl2-4468e6e" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> Karcher’s dinky, portable pressure washer is powered by lithium batteries Oli Woodman / Immediate Media What we have here is a diddy pressure washer from the biggest name in pressure washing.

Small enough to easily fit into a car boot, the Karcher OC3 holds just four litres of water in its detachable tank and sources its power from an integrated lithium-ion battery. That means you won’t have to be plumbed into the mains, nor will you need to connect to a water hose, during a clean.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17.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-299712 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The washer has a capacity of four litres" title="dscf9553-1519653263705-wfzjk1f47t0e-e1c6d17" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> The washer has a capacity of four litres Oli Woodman / Immediate Media It’s said to deliver 5 bar of pressure, which Karcher says is ideal for rinsing and thorough cleaning of bikes. Its coiled hose and spray gun tuck neatly below the water tank making the OC3 easy to lug about.

Should you blast your way through the OC3’s tank then its feed can be piped into any large bucket. It’s claimed to run for up to 15 minutes from a single charge.

£149.99 / $180 / €147 Buy this dinky pressure washer now from Amazon Genesis Fugio 1x <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c.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-299723 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The Fugio is now available in a 1x build" title="dscf9567-1519653905070-1aynfeqwb0sah-3f9f99c" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> The Fugio is now available in a 1x build Oli Woodman / Immediate Media Genesis now sells a more affordable version of its Fugio adventure bike in the form of this 1x SRAM Apex build.

Compared to the more expensive 105 hydro equipped version of the Fugio that the brand launched with, this bike sees a step down to mechanical TRP Spyre brakes and a SRAM Apex 1x drivetrain, but the thru-axle equipped chromoly frame and carbon fork remain identical apart from a fresh lick of burgundy paint.

No front derailleur simplifies maintenance, saves weight and makes for chain retention that a double configuration simply cannot match. It’s a trade-off that most will feel on longer rides though, particularly with 11.32kg of steel to propel.

Gaping clearances and wide-footed Jalco rims allow for the all-important 50mm Donnelly (formerly Clement) X’Plor MSO tyres.

£1,999.99, international pricing not available Buy the Shimano 105 version of the Fugio from Tredz Saracen Ariel-E <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693.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-299718 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The Ariel has gone E for 2018" title="dscf9558-1519653263709-gnhtcc16dunu-6d95693" data-source-name="Oli Woodman / Immediate Media"> The Ariel has gone E for 2018 Oli Woodman / Immediate Media Saracen has been hard at work developing an e-bike version of its Ariel trail bike , and the Ariel-E is the result.

Major efforts have been made to keep the Ariel-E from stepping too far from the original Ariel, so you’ll find a near identical suspension system with only minor tweaks to pivot placement and geometry.

Shimano’s E8000 STEPS motor takes pride of place beneath the bike’s front triangle, it’s a drive system that we’ve often praised for its smooth power delivery and we’re sure it’ll perform just as well here.

£5,299.99, international pricing N/A Find out more and where to buy at Saracen Shimano T23 Tokyo urban daypack <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1890,1062&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1056&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b.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-299728 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Shimano's new T23 backpack has more straps and pouches than you could ever feasibly need" title="11spd-march-1-1519656884943-1ttxanljcgo9o-d48a51b" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> Shimano’s new T23 backpack has more straps and pouches than you could ever feasibly need Jack Luke / Immediate Media We f irst saw this bag from Shimano way back in August last year and we’ve finally got our mitts on one and have been portaging all manner of cycling garb in the 23-litre boxy backpack since.

The best kit from Shimano’s massive 2018 clothing, shoes and accessories range The bag is available in the pictured shade of tan, as well as black or a fetching camo finish.

Curiously, the bag lacks a waist strap, but otherwise has pretty much every other loop, pouch, zip and strap that you could ever want.

£132 / $165 / AU$227 Buy the Shimano Tokyo 23 from London Bike Workshop More tyre levers than we could possibly ever need <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=1890,1062&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=1880,1056&background=white 1880w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69.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-299733 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="We've got a huge selection of tyre levers in for test" title="11spd-march-2-1519656884943-1rao0hqrabeev-2c75d69" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> We’ve got a huge selection of tyre levers in for test Jack Luke / Immediate Media Fans of tyre levers (seek help, there’s much better stuff to obsess over) will be delighted to hear that as part of an upcoming grouptest, we have pretty much every tyre lever under the sun.

6 of the best: tyre levers With entries from Crankbrothers, Tacx, Pedro’s, SKS, Schwalbe, Park, Cyclo, Topeak and VAR, we’ve got pretty much all of the big names covered.

There’s still time before testing starts in earnest, so is there anything you think we’re missing?

Check out the huge selection of tyre levers on Chain Reaction Cycles Giro Fixture MIPS helmet <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=1377,775&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,529&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd.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="1377" height="775" class="wp-image-299737 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Giro's Fixture MIPS is a low-cost trail helmet" title="1_mar2_11spd-1519690929920-e84esqxhh0au-6e015fd" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> Giro’s Fixture MIPS is a low-cost trail helmet Russell Eich / Immediate Media All helmets meet required safety standards, but pricing can vary widely due to features, ventilation and styling. Giro’s Fixture MIPS helmet apparently didn’t get the memo though.

From 20-feet away, most riders would be hard pressed to tell this is a budget lid. With a modern silhouette, six on-point colors and decent venting, the Fixture does a fine job of posing as a much more expensive helmet.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=1771,996&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf.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="1771" height="996" class="wp-image-299745 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The interior features a MIPS liner even though its not the typical yellow" title="4_mar2_11spd-1519690929929-16xkk6zs84ocm-31cdacf" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> The interior features a MIPS liner even though it’s not the typical yellow Russell Eich / Immediate Media Also, like more expensive brain buckets, on the inside there’s a MIPS liner for added rotational crash protection.

And what’s even more interesting is that the Fixture is a one-size fits most helmet. That takes away any guesswork if you’re between sizes.

£69.99 / $65 / AU$117 Buy the Fixture MIPS now from Giro Velotoze Cycling socks <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1645,925&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e.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="1645" height="925" class="wp-image-299748 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Velotoze socks partner wool with a bit of compression" title="5_mar2_11spd-1519690929934-14bajo88kh7vq-e7d103e" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> Velotoze socks partner wool with a bit of compression Russell Eich / Immediate Media Happy feet are important. But keeping your ‘dogs’ content can be a challenge, especially in the often tricky weather of the off-season.

Velotoze’s cycling socks feature a bit of active compression which it claims improves blood circulation.

The socks are spun from a blend of Merino wool for warmth and to keep the stink at bay. Plus, the 15cm / 6in length adds some additional warmth, looks sharp and lines up well with Velotoze’s shoe covers.

$20 Buy now from Velotoze Mongoose LED Skull lights <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=1224,689&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,529&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6.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="1224" height="689" class="wp-image-299760 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Mongoose LED lights are low cost, not low attitude" title="9_mar2_11spd-1519690929955-1ky73mjewwkk-14a83e6" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> Mongoose LED lights are low cost, not low attitude Russell Eich / Immediate Media Lights are an important part of staying safe and seen. These Mongoose Skull lights aren’t the most high-tech, but they do feature LEDs, offer steady and flash modes, and can be installed and removed without tools.

And they look mean.

Best of all, they’re inexpensive and they add a bit of don’t mess with me attitude to any bike.

£5.97 / $8.21 / AU$9.99 Buy now from Amazon Evoc Stage 18l backpack <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f.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-299789 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Two helmet carriers are included, straps for a full face, and mesh net for a half-shell lid" title="16_mar2_11spd-1519690929991-1omv1b3fpvtad-506aa9f" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> Two helmet carriers are included, straps for a full face, and mesh net for a half-shell lid Russell Eich / Immediate Media When it comes to big days on the bike there’s simply nothing better than a well-sorted hydration pack. Backpacks simply carry more water, tools, protection and riding essentials than any other option.

Evoc’s Stage 18l does all that with the promise of a bit more.

The Brace Link is claimed to adjust automatically to the unique width of every rider’s shoulders.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=1188,668&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe.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="1188" height="668" class="wp-image-299784 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="According to Evoc, this little link lets the shoulder straps adjust to any rider's shoulders" title="15_mar2_11spd-1519690929985-o74fm4uvgskh-f6fa3fe" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> According to Evoc, this little link lets the shoulder straps adjust to any rider’s shoulders Russell Eich / Immediate Media To counter the sweaty back syndrome so common with wearing a pack, Evoc employs its Air Flow Contact system. It’s said to provide ventilation through the use of grooved and perforated EVA pads.

The pack itself is loaded with thoughtful organization and can carry up to 18l of tools, gear, and clothing. There are straps for hauling leg armor as well as an open or full face helmet.

The one thing it doesn’t include is a reservoir, but in all honesty, that’s perfectly fine as inevitably a Camelbak bladder will find its way in.

£119.95 / $150 / AU$169.99 <a href="https://www.backcountry.com/evoc-stage-technical-18l-bike-daypack?CMP_SKU=EVC002X&MER=0406&skid=EVC002X-TEAWHI-ONESIZ&mr:trackingCode=1F0EB5D5-52FC-E711-8102-005056944E17&mr:referralID=NA&mr:device=c&mr:adType=plaonline&CMP_ID=PLA_GOc001&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=PLA&k_clickid=2fa5f51f-300c-49b6-ae71-48a589076df0&rmatt=tsid:1042790%7Ccid:213416677%7Cagid:52587942452%7Ctid:pla-366404420110%7Ccrid:224494399614%7Cnw:g%7Crnd:11816400771805224554%7Cdvc:c%7Cadp:1o1%7Cmt:%7Cloc:9028828&gclid=CjwKCAiAlL_UBRBoEiwAXKgW5y53V_G-gGwC-NGhAcRdY4NpqtZr9u4fot2KPxNr1C9JtyzHdRZ1dRoCmm0QAvD_BwE">Buy now from Backcountry.com Hydaway bottle <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=1268,713&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02.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="1268" height="713" class="wp-image-299794 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The Hydaway bottle holds 21oz" title="17_mar2_11spd-1519690929996-53n06fkdc7yt-b8b0b02" data-source-name="Russell Eich / Immediate Media"> The Hydaway bottle holds 21oz Russell Eich / Immediate Media Staying hydrated before and after riding is an important part of being a cyclist. But, unfortunately, most water bottles take up the same amount of room whether they’re filled or not.

That’s not the case with the Hydaway bottle. When it’s not filled with 21oz of liquid, a Hydaway collapses down to about 25mm / 1in.

It doesn’t fit in a standard water bottle cage but does fit in most automobile cup holders.

Like any good bottle it’s BPA-free and comes in a whole range of colors.

£19.95 / $22 / AU$62 Learn more and buy at Hydaway Pearl Izumi Versa Barrier jacket <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=1491,838&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708.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="1491" height="838" class="wp-image-299809 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Pearl Izumi's Versa Barrier jacket is a versatile commuting piece" title="dsc05440-1519850179824-fdtc2hrlrkz7-76d9708" data-source-name="Ben Delaney / Immediate Media"> Pearl Izumi’s Versa Barrier jacket is a versatile commuting piece Ben Delaney / Immediate Media There’s commuting gear that works well on the bike but looks goofy off the bike and then there’s commuting gear that looks good off the bike and still works nicely in the saddle.

Pearl Izumi’s Versa Barrier jacket slides distinctly into the latter group.

It features a DWR finish to keep rain and puddles beading off, an under the helmet hood for some warmth, and some very unique hand mitts tucked into the inner sleeve hem.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4.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-299823 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The Versa Barrier jacket literally has a trick hidden up its sleeves" title="pi_versa_jkt_mitts-1519850179834-10vzkzcvhfx0c-e08baa4" data-source-name="Ben Delaney / Immediate Media"> The Versa Barrier jacket literally has a trick hidden up its sleeves Ben Delaney / Immediate Media The hidden mitts are smartly cycling specific with a separate index finger for hassle-free braking and shifting. When tucked into the inner sleeve hem pocket, the thin glove material is largely unnoticeable.

£119.99 / $140 / AU$TBD Learn more and where to buy at Pearl Izumi