These socks are made for riding!

THE RiDE PRODUCT TEST

GHI head of content Alison Lynch ponders the latest Marmite fashion trends and talking points. This month, it’s all a question of socks appeal

Expert advice on the kit that makes a difference

Kit yourself out with the latest fitness gear and gadgets.

For summer blasts and the odd trackday you want decent kit, but like John Westlake you may prefer some change from four zillion quid

Merino Sock Hand Dye is a vibrant new yarn from Yarnsmiths, in a choice of 10 zingy colourways £15 per 100g/400m; www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Kate Davies has produced a handy notions kit for knitters. Her