Here's what to look for:Wicking Opt for socks that contain some or all of Lycra, polyester, nylon or wool. These help wick sweat away, keeping the socks, and your feet, dry and comfortable and helping prevent blisters. Stitching Choose flat seams

and proved exceptional at keeping our runner cool. Fit was slightly on the small side but they held their shape without digging in or chafing. How It Rated Fit 8 Wicking 8 Comfort 9 Breathability 10 TOTAL 35

by encapsulating the breasts in their own cups before adding an element of compression. Encapsulation is better for all sized breasts – but bringing them closer to the body shifts the centre of gravity so there is less bounce. Who needs one? Every female runner

.aldi-stores.co.ukFalkeIncludes Raleigh Zip-off Jacket £69,Mika Pullover £65,Athletic Warm L/S Shirt £55We say The base layer, with Falke’s temperature-regulating Outlast material, came in for particular praise from our tester – it felt light, wicked well and stayed warm and dry against

.patagonia.com Sub Zero Factor 1 Long Sleeve, £26, 172g A skin-tight, lightweight base layer that’s versatile enough to be worn in both warm and cool conditions. The polymide fabric wicks extremely well to keep you dry, and the ribbed fabric traps warm air next

-Static fibre, an antibacterial (so it won't smell), thermodynamic and wicking yarn. The Hilly logo on the front is reflective, so you will be easily seen on dark nights. Contact www.hillyclothing.co.ukThe North Face Vector 2 Beanie – £25The North Face say

quickly disappears. A light, breathable rain jacket will keep you dry (while still wicking sweat away); wearing a peaked baseball cap will also help keep rain off your face. Layer, Layer, LayerClever layering will banish sweat and hold in heat, keeping

the body's natural thermoregulation process – controlling body temperature by wicking, evaporating, absorbing and insulating so the body works at maximum efficiency, all the time."Tester comments "The fabric felt great and breathability was good. It didn

the environment, you've packed just one shirt for a week away, or you simply can't afford a seven-day running wardrobe. Well, that's the theory. To put it to the test RUNNER'S WORLD undertook a carefully controlled, entirely unscientific experiment - we ran

for a neatly wrapped one-piece cushioning sole, while its Aircell blend of silver and other minerals means that the sock not only wicks well but keeps your feet feeling fresh even in warm conditions.Test panel say Impressed with the amount of cushioning