
Our top picks for casual cycling

Our top picks for casual cycling
Our top picks
Axa Classic £10
That rare thing: a battery headlight that bolts to your bike. Runs for 50 hours on 2xAAA batteries (included). Output is 4 lux, enough for a 15m beam. Available in chrome or black.
SmartHalo 2 £131
The bike computer for urban commuters? It links to your phone and functions as a navigation device, fitness tracker, 110dB alarm, and 250 lumen light. It also alerts you to incoming calls and gives weather updates.
Cube Cargo Hybrid £4,449
German bike giant Cube throws its hat into the e-cargo ring with a Bosch CX-drive front loader. Optional bench seat, seatbelts, and rain canopy.
Vaude Womens Skomer II Dress £90
A lightweight dress that packs small, dries quickly, and doesn’t need ironing. Handy for touring. On offer at Cotswold Outdoor at £49 at time of writing. Sizes: XXS-XXL.
Brompton London Waterproof Jacket £150
This jacket is waterproof (15k) and breathable (also 15k) but doesn’t shout ‘cyclist!’ off the bike. There are zipped underarm vents, fold-away reflective panels, and plenty of pockets.
Cannondale Treadwell EQ £799.99
A fattish-tyred cruiser with 1x9 gearing, hydraulic discs, a porteur rack, mudguards, and a more upright riding position. An aluminium frame and fork keep the weight down.
Alpkit Woodsmoke Mountain Shirt £59
Made from Thermotech polyester that insulates well, dries quickly, and has a bit of stretch for a better fit, this flannel shirt would suit mountain biking, bikepacking, or touring.
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