Sportful R&D Strato Top (£120)

Sportful’s R&D Strato Top first caught our eye at Eurobike as an innovative – and unique – bit of kit, and having put it to the test we can say it works a treat.

The premise is simple, it’s a regular long-sleeve jersey with a windproof front stitched on top at the hem, zip and neck. It’s a gilet-jersey combo, of sorts, but works brilliantly as a stand-alone bit of kit in cool conditions, with outstanding breathability.

Website: Sportful

Buy it now: Sportful R&D Strato Top – RRP £120, now £89.99 at ProBikeKit

Prendas Cordura Oversocks (£7.95)

Prendas’ Cordura oversocks are for those days where it’s not too cold or wet for full-on overshoes but you want a little extra protection from the elements.

And new for this season, the socks are available in vivid orange or vibrant pink – so not only do you get a set of durable cordura-wool oversocks for extra warmth in autumn or spring (or mild winter rides, for that matter), but you can make a real statement on the club run, too.

Website: Prendas

Rapha Long Sleeve Core Jersey & Winter Jacket & Winter Tights Bundle (£240)

Rapha launched their Core collection in March last year, as the London-based company’s ‘affordable’ range of everyday cycling apparel. We were impress when we reviewed the initial bib shorts, short sleeve jersey and rain jacket.

Now affordable is relative, of course, but, having also now branched out into winter kit, this long-sleeve jersey,  jacket and tights bundle represents a decent return for your money at £240 for the lot.

A fleecy, brushed inner is at the heart of the long-sleeve jersey, while the jacket pairs a weather-resistant three-layer laminate front with a breathable back. The tights, meanwhile, use the same construction as the excellent Core bib shorts.

Website: Rapha

Chapeau Club Thermal Jersey (£99.99)

The retro-inspired Club Thermal Jersey is part of Devon-based Chapeau’s latest winter collection. The Italian-made fabric is designed to be fast-wicking, while the outside has a water repellent coating. It’s not a jacket, but is designed to help you home in a short shower.

This is a jersey designed to perform across a range of temperatures, whether as an outer layer in the shoulder seasons or a mid-layer in deep winter, and with two new colours to choose from for 2017, you can’t really go wrong style-wise either.

Website: Chapeau!
Buy it now: Chapeau Club Thermal Jersey (2016 version) – RRP £100, now £59.99 at Tweeks Cycles

Kalf Merino Socks (£15)

Kalf launched earlier this year, and impressed us immediately with their debut range – check out our reviews of the British brand’s short-sleeve jersey, windproof jersey and bib shorts. Now they have turned their attention to the colder seasons.

These Merino socks – sold through Evans Cycles – blend soft merino and polyester to help your feet stay warm and comfortable through winter, while a reflective chevron detail keeps things on-brand with a safety-conscious style touch. You have three colours to choose from, too.

Website: Kalf
Buy it now: Kalf Winter Merino Socks – £15 at Evans Cycles

Ale Klimatik K-Tornado Rainproof Jacket (£190)

Ale have crafted their K-Tornado Rainproof Jacket from two main technical fabrics, including an Acquazero material with a water resistant treatment and a Windtex membrane.

Together they are designed to keep you warm and dry in changeable conditions, while thermal inserts on the rear are in place to boost breathability. The jacket comes with a recommended temperature range of six to 12 degrees.

Website: Ale Cycling

Altura ThermoCool Base Layer (£49.99)

A good long-sleeve base layer is a key item in any British cyclist’s winter wardrobe and we were impressed with the Altura ThermoCool when we tested it at the start of the year.

As well as being made from a fast-wicking fabric, the base layer has been cut using body-mapping technology to ensure a close but comfortable fit.

Website: Altura
Buy it now: Altura ThermoCool base layer – RRP £49.99, now £39.99 at CycleStore

dhb Aeron Storm Jacket (£150)

We loved the value-for-money dhb Aeron Storm jacket so much last year that we reserved a place for it in the RCUK 100. With superb waterproofing, it’s ideal for wet winter riding.

And this year’s tweaked offering is no different – it’s still fully waterproof but now utilises dhb’s Flashlight tech (you’ll find reflective detailing on the rear and shoulders) for improved low-light visibility.

Website: Wiggle
Buy it now: dhb Aeron Storm FLT jacket – RRP £150, now £90 at Wiggle

Metier Beacon Cycling Jacket (£250)

Metier’s Beacon jacket is one of the most interesting pieces we’ve seen this year. It’s made from a combination of hydrophobic, wind resistant and breathable fabrics with a performance fit – and incorporates wearable LED technology, too.

That’s right – the Beacon offers unique visibility on the road thanks to integrated LED lights, putting out 160 lumens at the front and 22 lumens at the rear, with three modes available (slow flash, fast flash and constant). The USB rechargeable battery pack is kept in one of the two zipped rear pockets, while you’ll also find three open rear pockets.

Website: Metier Cycling