We only wear fleece-lined tights in the winter, as the wind passes through an unlined tight too easily.

When buying bib tights, the same principles apply as when buying bib shorts in the summer. Fit is perhaps even more important than usual, as the additional material of a tight can pull the chamois away from where it’s meant to be.

Some tights have foot loops and/or ankle zips – some riders swear by them, some hate them, so see what works best for you.

For really cold temperatures, consider tights that don’t have a chamois. Padless tights allow you to wear your favourite pair of shorts underneath, bringing with it additional warmth and comfort.

Otherwise, if you want a deep winter tight with a chamois, some come with windproof panels, although this can make them feel restrictive, and others, like the Sportful No-Rain bib tights, are water resistant.

In milder temperatures, Roubaix-lined shorts, like these from De Marchi, can be combined with knee warmers or leg warmers, or a three-quarter bib knick works to the same effect.