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Specialized Deflect ReflectH2O£200

Specialized has created a membrane to maximise this jacket’s breathability as well as its waterresistance. And thanks to the millions of microscopic glass beads covering the arms, front and back, the pattern is visible from all directions

Altura Nightvision Thunderstorm£129.99

This new Altura has taped seams, a helmetcompatible hood and hidden valuable pockets. There is /"!" 1&3""##$/& ",+" the upper torso, the shoulders, on top of the arms and on the lower back. The removable hood is #)0,"/"!" 1&3"T

RaphaCommuter jacket £100

This loose-cut jacket is made with a waterproof membrane, sealed seams, a waterproof zip and a mesh-lined, vented back panel. The tail %#0"#"/"!" 1&3""!,1" pattern and there’s also a hood that stows away behind #"/"!" 1&3""01/#-T

MetierBeaconRain Jacket£200

%%&0" ),0"a&11&+$" waterproof top weighs 175g and folds down to a tiny package. In spite of this, it %#0"/"!" 1&3""")"*"+10" on the back as well #0"#"01/&-",#"&3""/"!" LEDs. The front has six white LEDs putting out a decent 160 lumens.

SeeSenseAce£79.99

Small but smart, this UK-made SeeSense pairing of 125L rear and 150L front (visible a mile away) uses a smartphone app to track your route. When you reach a junction, it !21,*!1& !))6"#!0%"0" the lights brighter and faster to make you more visible.

Cycliq Fly 12 and Fly 6 £255and£169

Both these waterproof Cycliq lights can also record HD video at up to 60FPS. The front camera records for about four hours with the light running, and in the event an accident automatically locks the footage so no one can record over it.

Kryptonite Street 500 £45

The Kryptonite has all you need in a USB rechargeable front light. It has !"3"/0!1&)""$11&+$" system, its 500-lumen output is enough for unlit riding at a moderate speed, and there are numerous 01"!!6U"#!0%U"!!6"!+!" night pulse modes.

BontragerIon100Rand Flare R City £59.99

Small and light, this -!&/"&0"$+""#,/"2/%!+" riding or back-ups for more powerful lights. They’re especially good as daytime lights, where they’re not only surprisingly powerful, but sensors boost their brightness in daylight whatever mode they’re in.