The 10 Best cycling gear
It’s summer, it's sunny... it’s the perfect time to get on your bike. Here’s all the kit you’ll need for the hot weather...
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£75, uk.thenorthface.com
There's nothing nice about getting a sweaty back from your rucksack on long summer cycles. This clever pack has vented straps and supports to encourage airflow.
2. Finish Line Dry Teflon Lube
£3.99, evanscycles.com
This lube is made from Teflon so forms a surface barrier on your chain and cassette to stop dust and road grime from getting hold.
3. Flux 88 shorts
£59.99, madison.co.uk
The last thing you want in summer is a pair of tight black shorts. This baggy olive pair (available in men's and women's sizes) are just the ticket to keep you cool.
4. Slant gloves
£30, uk.thenorthface.com
A pair of lightweight summer gloves are essential. The soft mesh used in this pair keeps your palms cool, while still giving plenty of grip and protection.
5. Velow Kruizer
From £60, eastpak.com
Try this light satchel from Eastpak. It comes in three sizes with an integrated bike-light holder and lots of reflective patches for night riding.
6. Rapha Lightweight Jersey
£105, rapha.cc
Ideal for the roadbiker who wants to stay cool when the mercury is rising, this jersey is made from a merino-blend fabric which is very breathable and soft on the skin.
7. Reverb helmet from Giro
£49.99, madison.co.uk
This smart helmet it has six long air vents to keep the wind in your hair and it has a detachable cycling cap-style visor to keep the sun out of your eyes.
8. Kryptonite Evolution Lock Kryptoflex Cable Combo
£49.99, evanscycles.com
Cycling to the shops this summer? Try this D-lock and extended cable combo to keep light-fingered bike thieves at bay.
9. Muc-Off Trigger Spray
£7.99, halfords.com
The hosepipe ban can make keeping your ride clean after a long off-road scramble. This stuff works a treat. Use it with an old rag and a jug of water.
10. Continental Grand Prix 4 Season
£33.93, wiggle.co.uk
These military-grade tyres have layers of Kevlar (the stuff in bullet-proof vests) to stop shards of glass and nails ruining your ride.
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