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Winter Cycling

To keep you safe, warm and happy enjoying your cycling this winter, this is our one-stop resource for everything from advice for riding in snow and ice, waterproof jackets to lights, gloves and tights, motivation tips and winterising your bike, reflective accessories and tyres, mudguards and turbo trainers.

cycling overshoes

Struggling with cold, wet feet on your rides? Check out our selection of the best cycling overshoes to keep your toes toasty whatever the weather

Keep your toes nice and toasty with our roundup of the best cycling overshoes

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Sugoi Carbon Long Sleeved Base Layer

Cycling base layers – a buyer’s guide

Your guide for choosing a winter base layer and 10 of the best

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A freshly minted selection of top-rated cycling products from Wattbike, Lezyne, Gorewear, Giant + more

10 products made the road.cc Recommends cut in February, including a perfect 10/10 for VecchioJo's stunning new Mint Sauce coffee table book

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Wallet-friendlier wheels and bib tight triumphs: a super six of top cycling products from Gorewear, Hunt, Scribe, Galibier, Assos + Lezyne

This month's small but perfectly formed list includes wheels, winter bib tights, a nifty little light set and some sensibly-priced sunnies

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Best rear bike lights

Best rear bike lights 2026 — increase your day and night visibility with a bright beam at the back

Using one of the best rear bike lights with plenty of lumens ensures you're visible to drivers both day and night, keeping you noticed from a good distance

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waterproof cycling trousers

Best waterproof cycling trousers 2026 — keep your legs dry and warm throughout winter with some quality waterproofs

There's no reason wet weather should stop you from riding, particularly when you've invested in a pair of the best waterproof cycling trousers

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winter road bike tyre

Best winter road bike tyres 2026 — ride more confidently with fewer punctures all year round

If you commute and train through the colder months, tougher, long-lasting tyres will help reduce stress levels and roadside repair stops

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How to ride your bike through ice and snow — top tips for safe cycling when the mercury drops

Our regular winter feature on how to ride your bike through a wintery wonderland without falling off

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cycling jackets

Conquer the cold and rain with one of the best cycling jackets

Stay protected from the elements with one of the best cycling jackets - from heavy-duty winter warmers through to waterproofs you can deploy year-round

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How should you dress for winter cycling? Here are our best tips for layering up

From base layers to waterproof shells, we cover all the layers

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