Sizes: XS-XXXL | Weight: 462g | Breathability rating: 5,000g | Waterproof rating: 5,000mm | Rating: 9/10 stuff ain’t cheap. It’s a relatively small brand formed by folk who used to work at Art-teryx and design mountain bike specific gear over in Squamish. The general vibe of 7Mesh is one of no-compromise. Take the fabric – Gore-Tex Acxtive – it’s pretty much the best full 3-layer fabric that Gore-Tex make. This alone makes for a high price tag due to its unbeatable rating for both waterproofness and breathability. The cut is a bit looser than some but the light nature of the fabric means it’s not annoying or bunchy. Finance is subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a credit broker not a lender – credit is subject to status and affordability and is provided by Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Terms & Conditions Apply.

We’ve all heard the phrase ‘there’s so such thing as bad weather, only the wrong type of clothing’, and that rings true for mountain biking as any outdoor activity. But there are probably few disciplines placing such extreme, and often conflicting, demands on foul weather clothing as riding bikes in the dirt. As well as their specialist kit, Madison cater to casual and commuter cyclists of all sorts. The Madison reflective range is perfect for commuters and that late dash home from the shops or the pub. Sizes: S-XXXL | Weight: 476g | Breathability rating: 20,000g | Waterproof rating: 10,000mm | Rating: 8/10 | Men’s and women’s versions availableConstructed from a fully seam sealed 10,000mm waterproof and 10,000gms breathable fabric that keeps the elements out Sizes: XS-XXL | Weight: 433g | Breathability rating: 40,000g | Waterproof rating: 20,000mm | Rating: 8/10 | Men’s and women’s versions Weight: 253g | Sizes: XS-XXL | Colours: Green, beige, blue | Breathability rating: 25,000g | Waterproof rating: 28,000mm | Rating: 9/10

Reasons to buy: Loads of features, high collar, over-the-helmet hood, good breathability and waterproofing Reasons to buy: Amazing drying ability, windproof, perfect sweet spot of ventilation and warmth, looks cool and modern, 7Mesh repair service.

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Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL | Weight: 380g | Breathability rating: N/A | Waterproof rating: N/A | Rating: 10/10