grazing my skin, left the shirt totally unscathed. The ClimaCool sweat-wicking and ventilation is as good as any other shirt available. Washing (and especially drying) couldn't be easier. The design really does seem to reduce odour, despite my cynicism

for an extremely comfortable and stable ride, while still feeling light on the feet. The stripped-down heel promotes forefoot strike and a quick pick-up, encouraging you to run faster. The broad-ended tongue is fitted with wicking fabric to help combat sweaty feet

's running to or from the office, or taking your trainers out for a spin at lunchtime. We tested backpacks of all shapes and sizes to find the eight best to lug your life (and kit) around in.TESTING CRITERIA Comfort Did the straps dig in or melt

The British autumn is often a tricky call kit-wise, too wet for T-shirts but still too warm for thick layers. So we took a selection of the best shower-resistant, lightweight jackets out for a test-run. They're not designed to stand up to really

While getting the kit together for a six-day Eco Challenge can be as tough as the race itself, one- and two-day races are perfect for the weekend warrior who dimly remembers owning a bike to go to school on. While international-level teams

There are some pieces of running kit you simply wouldn’t dream of doing without. Shoes specifically designed for your particular foot type, technical T-shirts that keep you dry on even the hottest days, or a stopwatch that also tells you how hard

yourself with a GPS-powered distance monitoring system.Well, yes, running can be a little pricey. But there are plenty of kit bargains out there that can keep your favourite pastime your most economical. We've gathered together a few examples of top

’ve enlisted the advice of some top kit experts to give you the definitive answer to your queries in our Q+A guide to keeping your gear running.SHOESQ: How can I tell when it’s time to replace my shoes?A: It’s tough – your favourite pair of shoes might feel