11spd: This week’s best new bike gear

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As predictable as the passing of the seasons or the ebb of the tide, each Friday a deep and instinctual urge brings together the staff of BikeRadar to make an offering of the shiniest cycling trinkets to the bike industry gods — yes fellow cycling devotees, it’s time for 11-speed, your weekly roundup of the freshest road and mountain bike kit to land in the hallowed halls of BikeRadar HQ.

So don your ceremonial loot robe, purify your surroundings and prepare your mind for a deeply spiritual journey towards gear nirvana.

James May lifts the lid on his lifetime of cycling 5 standout road products from Core Bike Show 2017 New mountain bike gear NOBL TR33 wheelset <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c.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-304813 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="NOBL's TR33 rims have an internal width of 27mm" title="nobl-5-1485298239455-1gr47nmobtvqd-1be0b4c" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> NOBL’s TR33 rims have an internal width of 27mm Josh Patterson / Immediate Media NOBL is a small Canadian wheel company that focuses on making high-end carbon hoops.

To complete the package, NOBL teamed up with Onyx Racing Products to supply its hubsets. Onyx takes a decidedly different approach to freehub design and that’s what sets it apart from the competition.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46.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-304817 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="NOBL builds around Onyx Racing hubs" title="nobl-2-1485298239438-1nsxfv9h25vo2-3c62a46" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> NOBL builds around Onxy Racing Hubs Josh Patterson / Immediate Media Onyx freehubs use a sprag clutch to provide instant engagement. You can think of a sprag clutch as a one-way roller bearing, it spins smoothly in one direction and doesn’t give an inch, or a degree, in the other. In addition to immediate engagement, the system is virtually silent, so there are no angry bees or other perturbed insects to deal with.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563.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-304820 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Onyx hubs use a sprag clutch system for instant engagement" title="nobl-4-1485298239452-1x9aevh69oq4z-d716563" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> Onyx hubs use a sprag clutch system for instant engagement Josh Patterson / Immediate Media We’re currently testing the 29er version of NOBL’s TR33 wheelset, which has an external width of 33mm and an internal width of 27mm. NOBL sees this as the optimal width for 2.25 to 2.4in mountain bike treads. Other features include external nipples for ease of maintenance and a hookless profile.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8.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-304823 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="NOBL''s carbon rims have a hookless profile and come ready to roll tubeless" title="nobl-3-1485298239438-umtv0aer9khf-a8d49a8" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> NOBL’s carbon rims have a hookless profile and come ready to roll tubeless Josh Patterson / Immediate Media The weight of our test wheelset with tubeless tape and valves installed is 1,800g.

£TBC / $1,695 / AU$TBC noblwheels.com Fix It Sticks tire levers <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180.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-304855 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Fit It Sticks has developed tire levers to slide over its tools" title="fix-it-sticks-1485299252938-7gj8vygci0wu-7c85180" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> Fit It Sticks has developed tire levers to slide over its tools Josh Patterson / Immediate Media Fit It Sticks has a new addition to its line of multitools. The new two-piece tire lever set works with removable bits in conjunction with Fit It Sticks.

The plastic levers are co-molded with 1/4in bits inside the lever body that allow them to fit onto Fit It Sticks like any other hex bit. This arrangement has the added benefit of reinforcing the plastic lever with the metal core of the Fit It Stick.

£8 / $10 / AU$14 fixitsticks.com Northwave Outcross Plus <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,898&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,817&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,527&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,408&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,190&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f.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="1600" height="898" class="wp-image-304836 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Northwave's Outcross Plus is a trail-oriented mountain shoe" title="northwave-outcross-plus-1-1485298396223-18exuqudpbb05-7451e5f" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> Northwave’s Outcross Plus is a trail-oriented mountain shoe Josh Patterson / Immediate Media The Outcross Plus is Northwave’s latest trail shoe. It features what the company calls its “Explorer Sole” to provide a firm pedaling platform with enough flex in the medial zone for hike-a-bike moves.

Another nod to off the bike utility is the Michelin rubber outsole, intended to provide grip in all conditions.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,898&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,817&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,527&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,408&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,190&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837.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="1600" height="898" class="wp-image-304847 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Michelin rubber provides the grip" title="northwave-outcross-plus-2-1485298396224-4bgqkqqzb4qp-c86e837" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> Michelin rubber provides the grip Josh Patterson / Immediate Media The Outcross Plus is offered in sizes 36-47 and uses two Velcro straps and Northwave’s own S.L.W. 2 ratcheting closure system to dial in fit. If dials aren’t your thing, Northwave also offers a more affordable version of the Outcross with three Velcro straps.

£105 / $140 / AU$200 www.northwave.com Orange Seal Endurance Sealant with injector <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,898&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,817&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,527&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,408&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,190&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d.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="1600" height="898" class="wp-image-304851 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The sealant comes with an applicator to make installation less messy" title="orange-seal-1-1485298396231-n751g572rfbx-f58df3d" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> The sealant comes with an applicator to make installation less messy Josh Patterson / Immediate Media Orange Seal’s new Endurance Sealant is made to go the distance. The company claims this new formulation lasts three times longer while still sealing punctures and cuts up to a quarter inch wide.

Endurance Sealant is available in 4oz and 8oz bottles and comes with an injector as well as a dipstick to check sealant levels.

4oz : £9 / $11 / AU$15 8oz : £14 / $17 / AU$21 orangesealed.com Feedback Sports Team Edition Tool Kit <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45.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-304827 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The Team Edition Tool Kit can easily mount to Feedback's repair stands" title="feedback-sports-1-1485298239459-txxvkwdlk8ff-c7efa45" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> The Team Edition Tool Kit can easily mount to Feedback’s repair stands Josh Patterson / Immediate Media Feedback Sports is expanding its reach into the tool market with several different tool kits, which are suitable for home mechanics of every ability level. The Team Edition Tool Kit shown here is designed for serious wrenching.

This 19-piece / 24-function tool kit has pretty much everything you need to service bikes on the go.

It comes in a thoughtfully designed case that can mount to Feedback’s repair stands. The case also offers room for additional tools, so you can customize it to suit your particular needs.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff.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-304832 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The Team Edition Tool Kit comes in a travel-friendly case, like the one you kept your compact discs in decades ago..." title="feedback-sports-2-1485298239462-x6bc18nu3zt3-69675ff" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> The Team Edition Tool Kit comes in a travel-friendly case, like the one you kept your compact discs in decades ago… Josh Patterson / Immediate Media £200 / $250 / AU$320 www.feedbacksports.com New road bike gear Compass Cycles Randonneur Handlebars <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304868 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="These randonneur bars from Compass are based on a design from now defunct French manufacturer AVA" title="compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-1-_-1485514296859-153zzycrb51gl-134767a" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> These randonneur bars from Compass are based on a design from now defunct French manufacturer AVA Jack Luke / Immediate Media Compass Cycles recently sent us through a set of its striking looking Randonneur handlebars, which alongside its Bon Jon Pass tyres will be living on Jack’s Velo Orange Pass Hunter Disc test bike.

These fat road tyres from Compass might be faster than your 25s These unconventionally shaped bars are produced by legendary Japanese components manufacturer Nitto and are designed to offer far more hand positions than a modern drop bar, reducing pressure on your hands during long days in the saddle.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304873 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The slightly upswept tops offer far more hand positions than a modern drop bar" title="compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-2-_-1485514296859-1xt4i350s73ti-730f5e5" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> The slightly upswept tops offer far more hand positions than a modern drop bar Jack Luke / Immediate Media The tops of the bars have a gentle upward curve from the centre towards the hoods, so your hands have far more positions to sit on the tops than with more conventional bars.

Is your road handlebar right for you? The hooks of the bars are also subtly flared, which puts your wrists in a more natural position when riding on the hoods (try stretching out your hands and looking at the slightly angled position your hands rest in).

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304878 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The drops are extra long, so all but the biggest hands will fit here comfortably" title="compass-cycles-randonneur-bars-3-_-1485514296864-pdlqerreto2x-df3561a" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> The drops are extra long, so all but the biggest hands will fit here comfortably Jack Luke / Immediate Media Lastly, the drops are long enough to accommodate all but the biggest of hands without forcing your phalanges back up into the hooks.

Randonneur style handlebars are nothing new and these bars are actually based off a design by now defunct French manufacturer AVA . We opted for the 42cm wide, ‘Superlight’ version of the bars that weighed in bang on the claimed 298g weight.

How to adjust your handlebar height Expect a review once we’ve had a chance to try these out over the next few months.

$125. Compass doesn’t offer international pricing, but will ship worldwide. The handlebars are stocked in a number of bike shops around the world, too. www.CompassCycle.com White Industries R30 cranks with VBC chainrings <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1.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-304912 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="White Industries has made the move towards a Hollow Tech style system with its new R30 cranks" title="white-industries-r30-cranks-1-_-1485514861332-1uecy7t8t6szq-b9f03e1" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> White Industries has made the move towards a Hollow Tech style system with its new R30 cranks Jack Luke / Immediate Media White Industries’ VBC (Variable Bolt Circle) cranks have had a loyal following for years among those looking for a highly customisable and more minimal looking crankset than those offered by the big drivetrain manufacturers. However, until recently the cranks were only available for square taper bottom brackets, but the US based brand has finally made the jump to a HollowTech style system with its R30 cranks .

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304907 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The cranks spin on a dedicated bottom bracket which uses Enduro bearings" title="white-industries-r30-cranks-4-_-1485514296914-16pozm4gp2n4m-a306051" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> The cranks spin on a dedicated bottom bracket which uses Enduro bearings Jack Luke / Immediate Media The R30 system uses a 30mm diameter spindle that is compatible with BSA threaded T47 and Press Fit 30 bottom bracket standards.

Six reasons to like the T47 bottom bracket standard The inner chainring on White Industries’ VBC system attaches to slotted arms on the proprietary spiderless outer chainring, allowing you to use any 5-arm chainring regardless of its BCD.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.jpg?quality=90&lb=1000,561&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,527&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,408&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,311&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,190&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69.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-304903 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="White Industries R30 VBC cranks on grey background" title="white-industries-r30-cranks-3-_-1485514296910-i2husi83jmpj-1000-100-6a6ba69" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> You can run chainrings with up to a 28t difference with White Industries’ VBC system Jack Luke / Immediate Media This means that you are able to mix and match your inner and outer chainrings in any configuration that your heart so desires. Fancy super close spaced ‘cross gearing one day but are planning on heading to the mountains the next? No problem.

Super-compact chainsets: the next big thing for road cyclists? We’ve opted for a relatively conventional 48/34 ‘super-compact’ set up for now, which including the R30 system’s dedicated bottom bracket, weighs in at 875g.

Cranks and spindle : £320 / $300 Chainrings : £190 Bottom bracket : £110 / $100 www.whiteind.com Smartwool Corbet 120 insulated jacket <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304889 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Smartwool's Corbet 120 jacket uses wool-loft for insulation" title="smartwool-jacket-1-_-1485514296880-170hh15jtiwh1-4c9231e" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> Smartwool’s Corbet 120 jacket uses wool-loft for insulation Jack Luke / Immediate Media Although we’re mercifully close to the turning point of this seemingly endless winter, our Bristol based contingent is still suffering through the oppressively damp-cold of a British January.

Best jackets for cyclists However, the dreary weather has presented the perfect opportunity to try out a wealth of insulated jackets in the hope of discovering the perfect layering solution for cycling in cold conditions.

The latest addition to our growing collection is this rather nifty hybrid jacket from Smartwool . It uses an insulated front panel matched with merino / nylon arms and back panels to create a lighter weight solution than a fully insulated jacket like the Rapha Brevet jacket we featured previously.

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304893 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The back panel and arms are made from a merino / nylon blend" title="smartwool-jacket-2-_-1485514296884-qhmnqtoq9nlt-e872085" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> The back panel and arms are made from a merino / nylon blend Jack Luke / Immediate Media Unlike other jackets, which use synthetic loft, the Corbet 120 uses Smartwool’s own SmartLoft insulation that is a 75 percent wool / 25 percent polyester mix.

We asked Smartwool for comparative data between SmartLoft and Primaloft , and although it didn’t have numbers, it claims that if it “looked at warmth alone, Primaloft would probably be slightly warmer for the same weight, but, because it doesn’t transfer moisture as well, the user ends up sweatier and then requires more insulation to stay warm while sweaty.”

<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304897 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The cut of the jacket is quite long and boxy, so we'd recommend downsizing if you want to use the jacket on the bike" title="smartwool-jacket-3-_-1485514296894-18lks7u4f9wz3-28a4cb1" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> The cut of the jacket is quite long and boxy, so we’d recommend downsizing if you want to use the jacket on the bike Jack Luke / Immediate Media We’ve taken the jacket on a few short morning rides and so far our first impressions are very good — when matched with a thin base layer the jacket is more than warm enough for spirited riding in temperatures close to freezing.

The jacket is cut quite long and boxy though, so we would recommend dropping down a size if you want a tight fit.

£145 / $200 / AU$TBC www.smartwool.com B’Twin Ultra AF <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,900&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,819&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,625&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d.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-304864 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The BTwin Ultra AF is a lot of bike for the money" title="11spd-jan27-1-1485343025102-jevxxdhbg3qi-f41dc6d" data-source-name="Matthew Allen / Immediate Media"> The BTwin Ultra AF is a lot of bike for the money Matthew Allen / Immediate Media B’Twin is the in-house brand of French sports giant Decathlon and it’s been a consistent winner on value. The Ultra AF isn’t stunningly light at 8.7kg (for a medium), but it has a pretty amazing spec for such an affordable bike in the era of Brexit — with a full Ultegra groupset and Mavic Cosmic Elite wheels.

The angular aluminium frame is rather a handsome thing and it’s impressive to see branded finishing kit like the Fizik Arione saddle at this price. Look for a full review in the coming months…

£1,050 / $N/A / AU$N/A BTwin Praxis Zayante crankset with 48/32t Buzz chainrings <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,898&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,817&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,527&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,408&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,190&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6.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="1600" height="898" class="wp-image-304859 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Need to get low on your gravel or touring bike? These Praxis 48/32t chainrings are an option" title="praxis-1-1485298483275-a0snh5jwxfn6-a540dc6" data-source-name="Josh Patterson / Immediate Media"> Need to get low on your gravel or touring bike? These Praxis 48/32t chainrings are an option Josh Patterson / Immediate Media The increasing popularity of gravel riding and adventure touring has led companies to rethink road gearing. “Micro Compact” is the term Praxis is using for its new 48/32t chainring combination.

Praxis’ 110 BCD Buzz chainrings in the Micro Compact gearing are now available as a stock option on the Zayante crankset. Unlike the Alba cranks we highlighted a few weeks ago , the Zayante features hollow forged alloy crankarms to save weight.

Weight, with the 48/32t chainrings, is 708g.

£200 / $240 / AU$TBC www.praxiscycles.com Panaracer Gravelking 28mm tyres <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304882 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="Panaracer recently sent us through its Gravelking tyres in a most-bike-friendly 28mm wide" title="gravel-king-tyres-1-_-1485514296874-xnr5qezf5rd3-27b36dd" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> Panaracer recently sent us through its Gravelking tyres in a most bike-friendly 28mm wide Jack Luke / Immediate Media It’s long been known that the extra plump of a wider tyre on your road bike can improve comfort and control on the pavement, but the extra cush of a more girthy tyre also opens up opportunities for light off-road excursions.

While a slick tyre will work to a certain point, a little bit of tread can help to improve control on unpaved surfaces and Panaracer recently sent us through its Gravelking tyres in a most-bike-friendly 28mm wide.

Best road bike tyres <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=1600,899&background=white" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=1456,818&background=white 1456w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=1112,624&background=white 1112w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=940,528&background=white 940w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=728,409&background=white 728w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=556,312&background=white 556w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=355,199&background=white 355w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.jpg?quality=90&lb=340,191&background=white 340w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/21/2019/03/gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3.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="1600" height="899" class="wp-image-304885 alignnone size-full img-container__image" alt="The tyres have a fine file tread to improve grip on unpaved surfaces" title="gravel-king-tyres-2-_-1485514296877-1txr9o7yn0eqa-649e1a3" data-source-name="Jack Luke / Immediate Media"> The tyres have a fine file tread to improve grip on unpaved surfaces Jack Luke / Immediate Media The Gravelking tyres have a light file tread with supple 126tpi sidewalls, our set weighed in at 284g.

Panaracers Instagram account has recently been filled with lots of cool pictures of otherwise pedestrian road bikes getting a little rowdy on the gnarmac and we’re feeling inspired, so expect to see these make their way onto byways and gravel tracks in the coming months.

£29.99 / $38 / AU$50 www.panaracer.com