CYCLING GEAR MUST HAVES

Our top picks of cycle essentials – be the best you can be

D2D Cycling Clothing

D2D’s aim is to provide high quality cycling apparel at sensible prices. Whereas many brands appear to charge as much money as they can get away with, our philosophy is somewhat different. We endeavour to do the complete opposite and keep prices lower. Proudly independent, run by cyclists, for cyclists. d2d cyclingclothing.co.uk

CES Sport

CES Sport are a Welsh company born in late 2016 with the aim of making quality carbon wheels that appeal to all ability of athletes, from novice through to elites. Their range of UCI-approved wheels are available in a variety of depth, style and design, and prices start from as little as £575... ces-sport.co.uk

Squire Inigma BL1

The world’s first Bluetooth bike D-lock to achieve Sold Secure Gold rating is now available to buy from security specialist Squire. This clever keyless D-lock lets you lock and unlock your bike via smartphone app, and it’s super-secure with advanced electronics for the highest encryption level. squirelocks.co.uk

Prescription cycling glasses – Optilabs

In need of prescription cycling glasses? Speak to the experts. With over 50 years’ experience, Optilabs make precision lenses for all prescriptions – whether mild or strong. Optilabs have a wide choice of sports frames and lenses and offer a fast turnaround service thanks to their dedicated on-site lens laboratory. optilabs.com

Circe Cycles

One of the great joys of cycling is the sharing. Whether that’s a dream tour, a fast sportif, or the school run, Circe has the solution. Their latest design, the EOS, follows the company lineage, but introduces a belt drive and a tandem rated carbon fork. circecyles.com