All the technical kit you’ll need to move from spring to summer
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1 G Shock GBD-100 Sports Watch
It may not have the glitz and glamour of an Apple watch, but the G-Shock is smart, stylish and rugged, making it a decent accessory if you’re the kind of person who spends a lot of time outdoors. The new model has undergone something of a facelift, and offers plenty for the active person including distance measurement (which can be enhanced through a Bluetooth link to your smartphone), calorie counting, pace/step trackers and interval timers. Plus the battery lasts two years.
2 Columbia Outdry Extreme Nanolite Shell Jacket
£250, columbia.com
Perfect for that unpredictable English summer’s day when you venture out but don’t want to get caught short, this waterproof jacket will keep you dry on the trails. It’s designed to withstand even the most extreme weather and, crucially, it’s lightweight and compact, meaning it can either fit into a large pocket or wouldn’t take up much space in a backpack.
3 PuroPro Headphones
£159.99, amazon.co.uk
These wireless cans come armed with technology that knows what noise levels are good for your hearing. They’re volume-limited to 85dB for up to eight hours per day, as per WHO guidelines – if you want to crank it up to 95dB, you can do that for 50 minutes daily. They also boast a decent battery providing up to 28 hours of use, and they’re lightweight and comfortable on the ears.
4 Puma Fuse Trainers
£80, puma.com
No ordinary trainers, the Fuse are specifically designed with functional fitness training in mind, and worn by none other than F1 legend Lewis Hamilton (below). Featuring a wide toe box and an internal midsole for improved shock absorption and stability, the shoes have been constructed to provide the best possible support for any workout.
5 Duolink SpeakerBuds
£115, duolinkgo.com
Somebody very clever thought of this – a three-in-one device that
