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Pump it up
We’ve got all the cycling accessories you need to get you ready to roll.
Fairweather cyclists can rejoice now that warmer weather has arrived. Whether you’re whizzing down one of London’s cycle superhighways, navigating the cobbles in Paris or off-roading in the Alps, there are few better ways to enjoy the sunshine than taking to your bike. But before you zoom off, make sure you’re properly equipped with this season’s hottest accessories, including foldable helmets, leather wine carriers and anti-chafing cream. Now you’re ready, on yer bike!
1.
Gloves
Rustines
Crochet gloves in Tricolor hues from this French brand.
rustines.fr
2.
Pouch
Carradice
Stow your keys and change in this frame-fitting leather bag.
carradice.co.uk
3.
Bell
Crane Bell Co
This nifty copper-coloured design is made in Japan.
cranebellco.com
4.
Basket
Brooks England
Aluminium basket with a grip made with leftover leather from saddle-making.
brooksengland.com
5.
Lock
Martone Cycling Co
Sturdy foldable lock from this New York-based company.
martonecycling.com
6.
Light
Bookman
Stay visible with this Swedish brand’s rechargeable lights.
bookman.se
7.
Bottles
HydroFlask
Stay hydrated with help from this Oregon-based firm.
hydroflask.com
8.
Trouser strap
Brooks England
Keep your hems from tangling in the chain with these handy leather straps.
brooksengland.com
9.
Chamois cream
Udderly Smooth
This thick moisturiser contains Shea butter to prevent chafing.
udderlysmooth.com
10.
Hex wrench set
ParkTool
All popular wrench sizes are combined into one fold-up tool.
parktool.com
11.
Bike
Schindelhauer
Lightweight aluminium single-speed bike from the German brand.
schindelhauerbikes.com
12.
Bottle holder
La Bouclée
This strip of leather slots together to create a bottle-transporting appendage.
lookmumnohands.com; labouclee.com
13.
Tube patch repair kits and bungee cord
Rustines
Essentials from the French brand that opened its first shop in Paris in 1903.
rustines.fr
14.
Bag
Topo Designs
Made in the US, this bag attaches neatly to your handlebars.
topodesigns.com
15.
Helmet
Martone Cycling Co
This model collapses down to an easily transportable size.
martonecycling.com
16.
Glasses
Alba Optics
These frames come with interchangeable lenses. See?
albaoptics.cc
