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Sure to appeal to those with a love of subtle sportwool jerseys and classic steel bikes.

Dromarti, purveyors of beautiful retro cycling footwear have introduced some beautiful English made leather mitts into their range. Classic styling, featuring an open back that allows you to get the circular tan mark on the back of your hand that instantly identifies you to fellow cyclists. Using the best quality materials available, and having them made by English craftsmen was never going to make these a cheap option, but if viewed as an investment that will just get better with age and attain character over time, rather than a consumable that can be discarded after a season’s use they come into their own.

More information: www.dromarti.com

For those who find replica pro team kit a little too garish, Telegraph Road have produced their Series Two range which pays retro style homage to the iconic Maillot Jaune and Maglia Rosa, but with modern functionality.

The jerseys which are available in 5 sizes and come in at terrific value at £49.99 feature details you would expect from much pricier kit. A silicone gripper at the hem ensures the jersey won’t ride up at the back and a five pocket formation provides ample storage for essentials, with two of the pockets having the additional security of velcro closures and a zippered waterproof one for your valuables.

More info available: www.telegraph-road.com

Designing a jersey for long distance Audax riding is what Rapha have in mind with the Brevet jersey. It features no fewer than six pockets; three at the rear, a zipped side, a larger freight carrying central, and a waterproof one on the chest. Obviously a lot a thought has gone into creating this garment, weighing in at a dutiful 294g.

Sizing from XS-XXL and costing an eye watering £155,the hi-viz pink jacket will bring you to any drivers attention, it has plenty of reflective areas with mesh sides and shoulders to avoid any wind getting trapped causing it to balloon.

The pair looks very striking and would certainly not look out of place at the likes of Paris-Brest-Paris in August. Information available at www.rapha.cc

Everyone’s feet vary in shape and size yet footwear are pretty much manufactured all alike. Many cyclists suffer with various problems due to miss-alignment of the cycling shoe and foot, they try correct this with specialist inserts. Both athletes and podiatrists have realised the importance of correct fitting support for the foot.

US based company Sole are now offering a range of insoles that can be customised, the ‘Thin Sport’ insole goes that bit extra, following the easy instructions you can pop these into the oven, take them straight from the oven, into your cycling shoes and get on your readied bike for a short ride, as the inserts cool they form perfectly to your foot.

The ‘Thin Sport’ has a deep heal cup and a low stack height, this should be perfect for the cyclist, and it can improve your pedalling and reduce pressure points.  These insoles are £38 a pair.

Cheaper than using one of the shoe manufacturer’s moulding methods anyday. More here: www.yoursole.com

Giro have made a limited edition version of their Factor shoe for top road racing squad Rapha Condor Sharp.

These exclusive shoes have been given to team riders who are competing in Elite races accross the country this summer… however even you can get hold of a pair – but you’ll have to be quick. As you might expect, or perhaps not, demand for the £240 pair of shoes will be high.

• Each shoe is number and comes with a certificate of authenticity
• The Factor provides the ultimate blend of fit, weight, and power transfer
• Easton EC90 100% unidirectional carbon plate
• Strong and secure ratchet buckle
• Teijin Sammo135 lightweight upper fabrics and construction
• Giro SuperNatural Fit
• SuperNatural Fit Kit included
• Limited edition Team colourway

Good luck!

The 85 per cent nylon and 11 per cent elastane should allow the Mangrovia stretch fabric to fit very nicely with no flapping, allowing plenty of comfort.

The Chevron Air SS jersey is the closest dhb fitting yet due to the materials used. Designed to be as aerodynamic as possible from the ground up, if consistent with the other Italian mill fabrics dhb use then it can be expected to perform brilliantly.

The inventive neck design flows beautifully from the collar to body without seams; it has three rear pockets with also a security zippered option, to regulate body temperature a similar type of stretch mesh is used on a rear central panel and under the arms.

At £59.99 the Chevron Air SS is available in black or red, or the women’s fuchsia version. Available from www.wiggle.co.uk

Feeling great these Swiss made Nat Carz shorts have carbon fibre reinforced fabric, minimal seams, are ultralight with welded rim braces and the Nat insert. Simplicity is the word – now for the bike.

Rapha has launched a new range of kit called Pro Team, which is designed for the elite rider. It features a super tight “aero” fit.

The new line consists of bib shorts, jersey, gloves and socks and the line will be expanded over the coming year.

The Pro Team is a technology led line with the jersey being given the Coldback treatment which keeps you cool in hot climates.

Visit www.rapha.cc for more information.

Chain Reaction can help you keep your arms warmer and for less cash this spring – with the superb Mavic SL Arm Warmer 2010 now with a saving of 13% down to £19.99

Lightweight form fitting arm warmer for early summer mornings, excellent sun protection.

A lightweight arm warmer with UPF 50+ sunprotection. Soft, stretch form fitting with moisture wicking.

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