Decent gear can transform winter rides from agonising discomfort into toasty adventures. Self-proclaimed cold-hater John Westlake explains his solutions

Whether you like it or not, we’re definitely in the depths of winter now. Inevitably, this means you’ll probably take a lot of your training indoors, but the joy of being outside on two wheels doesn’t

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Beat the freeze and make cold, wet hands a thing of the past with one of these pairs of waterproof winter riding gloves tested by our panel

Stylish, rugged and brilliant for all seasons, Dainese’s Hekla Pro jacket and trousers are top kit for touring and adventuring, says RiDE contributor Jim Moore