Howies NBL Light long sleeve baselayer £45

Winter riding places a lot of demands on your choice of clothing, and the first line of defence against the onset of hypothermia is the right baselayer, as it must remove moisture from your skin to keep you warm.

Merino wool is one our favourite choices, as it combines a great deal of warmth, breathability and odour resistance while managing to feel incredibly comfortable. The Merino baselayer market is a pretty crowded one, but Howies have been doing Merino for years.

The NBL here uses 100% New Zealand Merino wool, and the thickness of which is just right for going underneath several other layers. As with Merino, it’s silky-soft to the touch, feeling luxurious next to the skin, almost like a second skin. The lightweight of it gives added versatility for a range of temperatures.

Three colours are available in four sizes from S to XL, with a short sleeve version available.