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Six of the best… overshoes for cycling

Six pairs of overshoes to keep your feet warm in poor weather

Shimano S3000R Overshoes (£39.99)

Don't let the rain stop you from riding - but do make sure you're properly kitted out
Endura's Equipe Superstretch Overshoes are one of our go-to options i bad weather
The Vermarc Squadra Windtex Overshoe is reinforced in key areas for durability and has reflective strips on either side of the zip
Shimano's S3000R overshoes offer good winter protection from wind and rain
The Velotoze overshoes offer excellent protection from wet weather but breathability is lacking as a result
dhb’s Extreme Weather Neoprene Overshoes have proved able to shrug off rain and cold early morning starts
The Sealskinz Neoprene Halo Overshoes have a four-lumen LED to provide added visibility

Shimano S3000R Overshoes (£39.99)

Shimano’s hi-viz offering in the S3000R is certainly eye-catching and a sensible option for murky winter riding – and they also do a great job at keeping your feet dry and warm in tough conditions.

Made from a thick 3mm neoprene with a protective PU water resistant coating, they can be tricky to get on at first but that secure fit makes it tougher for water to creep in through the cuff or sole.

Shimano S3000R Overshoes – review

Neoprene is used in overshoes as it retains warmth once wet (just like a wetsuit), while also offering windproofing, add we found Shimano’s S3000R overshoes to do a really impressive job at keeping your feet warm even the mercury is dipping down towards zero degrees.

If hi-viz isn’t your thing, there’s a black/blue option too, with additional reflective tabs on the heel.

Price: £39.99
Website: Shimano