Cycology Super Roubaix Arm Warmers

The Cyclogy Super Roubaix arm warmers cover a good range of temperatures, making them ideal for winter rides as well as those chilly spring and autumn mornings. They fit really well and are very soft on the skin too.

• Pros: Super-soft fabric, great fit
• Cons: Thick seam compared to knitted versions

If you've never worn them you'll be surprised just how versatile a pair of arm warmers can make your clothing, especially when the weather is a little bit unpredictable.

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Many of the newest arm warmers on the market use the latest fabrics or coatings to offer windproofing and water resistance, but the Cycologys(ies?) are all about keeping you warm.

The Super Roubaix fabric is soft to the touch, and with its fleecy pile on the skin side they feel great against your arms even when wet.

The material traps body heat and I found they keep you toasty down to a few degrees centigrade above freezing while at the other end I'd say about 10-12°C before things start getting a bit clammy, especially if you are riding hard.

They are a little bulkier than some warmers but will still roll up and fit into a jersey pocket easily if you do need to take them off mid-ride.

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They are available in three sizes with a guide to what you need on the Cycology website. These mediums fitted my dimensions perfectly and I was impressed with the fit. They are held in place at the shoulder with a rubber style gripper and it works a treat – I had no issues with the arm warmers slipping down.

The other end, the cuff, doesn't use anything for retention, but the stretchiness of the fabric means they stay put too.

Some brands shape their warmers for comfort when in the riding position but Cycology hasn't done that. I did notice a little bit of bunching but it was neither annoying nor uncomfortable.

I had thought the large seam that runs from top to bottom would be, but that turned out to be totally unfounded. I usually prefer warmers that have been knitted into a tube, which removes the seam, but Cycology has positioned its logos so that when you are wearing them the seam isn't in the way.

Going for bright silver, Cycology obviously wants to get its logo noticed and not just in the daylight as it is actually reflective – ideal for a little bit more notice of your indication to following traffic in the dark.

I was also very impressed with the finish and build quality of these warmers. The stitching is neat and tidy and they are beautifully finished throughout.

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They'll set you back £25, which is a pretty normal price for such items, though you can pay more. The Lusso Active Aero Arm Warmers are £24.95, while Primal's Trimotif Thermal warmers are cheaper at £20, but the Cycology versions are much better for use at lower temperatures. A quick glance at our reviews shows you can pay a lot more for warmers from the likes of Pedal Ed, Assos and Pearl Izumi...

Verdict

Warm and comfortable arm warmers that will see you through the winter into the spring