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Joking about the weather may be a national pastime in the UK, but what is unique about these islands is that we do have the most unstable weather in the world. So while it’s great to have kits made by enthusiasts in California or Catalonia, no one knows what British cyclists need better than other British cyclists. This means that no one knows better than Altura. 

With decades of experience in manufacturing the most valued bicycle products, and all products are designed in the UK, the factors of Altura products are exactly the same as those faced by British riders on bicycles. Altura said that each of its products stems from certain specific needs: perfect functions, encouraging riders to further push themselves on greater comfort and higher safety. 

Once the fundamentals are in place, Altura’s designers can use their own experience to adjust and refine the details, whether it’s for an extra pocket for convenience, or adding another fastening design to improve comfort, provided by a proprietary weaving More breathability or better fit, and even approach a specific clothing design from a new direction. 

This concept has resulted in some market-leading clothing. With the brand’s 25th anniversary in 2022, it has placed Altura products on the feet, hands, arms, legs and backs of hundreds of thousands of British riders. Therefore, no matter what type of riding you are engaged in, Altura can provide you with the perfect equipment-as the cold days come, you will find that it has never been so popular. 

When it comes to effective bicycle clothing choices, one word sums up the perfect method: layering. By adding and removing layers, you can adjust for cold mornings, warm afternoons, gusts of wind and rain, and even self-generated heat and humidity.

1. Let's start with the basic layer. For winter riding, a long-sleeved, warm base layer (such as Altura's Merino 50 Unisex Baselayer) is a good choice. Then you can add layers on top to fit.

2. For the legs, full-length leggings — the best option for warmth, such as Altura's Icon or Progel Plus leggings — will cope with ultra-low temperatures. For milder and changeable weather, leg warmers can be flexibly added or removed for protection.

3. Similarly, the arm warmer works well when it is cold at first but will definitely warm up in the future. On cold days, a long-sleeved sweatshirt, such as the Icon long-sleeved sweatshirt, will add another effective barrier to the cold.

4. An insulated but breathable soft shell jacket like Endurance Mistral provides the most important ability to withstand cold temperatures for the entire upper body.

5. Even if you set off on a good day, it is wise to bring a lightweight, foldable waterproof and windproof jacket, just in case the situation gets worse. 

6. If the weather is bad at first, or if you know the weather is bad, then thicker winter clothes will be better. Remember to make sure it provides maximum breathability, so you don't overheat or get damp!

7. Modern riding helmets provide very effective airflow, which is good in summer, but not very popular in cold winter mornings. Wear a turban to keep your head warm.

8. Don't forget the area around your neck and collar-a bib can provide good protection.

9. Riding a bicycle will not be as painful as cold feet. You can buy special winter cycling boots, but most riders use overshoes. But for the ultimate experience of dry feet, wear waterproof socks.

10. Wear full-finger insulated gloves, such as Polartec gloves from Altura, in the coldest temperatures. 

11. Finally, protect your eyes. Low sun altitude and stinging wind and rain will affect the comfort of the eyes, and the sprayed road cleaner may contain grit, salt and debris, so now cycling glasses are usually more important than summer.

Wet, drenched and cold feet are one of your most painful experiences while riding a bicycle. However, Altura gave a comprehensive answer. No matter how effective your shoes or overshoes are, these soft and seamless waterproof socks-with Rainguard membrane-can keep your toes comfortable and dry when the sky opens.

Altura's Polartec waterproof gloves can do all this. It will block the rain; it will keep your hands warm; it will use silicone palm prints to firmly fix your hands on the crossbar; due to its impressive breathability, it can even keep your hands free sweat. Simply put: Never worry about your hands again this winter.

If you find that the cold wind is sneaking under the helmet, there is no better solution than the skull cap. Altura’s Skull Cap is specially designed with a windproof front panel and DWR (durable water-repellent) coating, which is especially suitable for winter problems. Add reflective details and hot-brushed back fabric, and you have a winter wardrobe hero. 

The neck and upper chest area are the main areas where people feel their presence in cold conditions, but there is a super simple answer. Altura's merino-blend neck warm scarf provides wide coverage to resist the cold, while its merino wool elements provide greater comfort and help wick away perspiration.

For high-performance riders who want to push themselves to the limit but don't want the winter weather to impose their limits, Altura's Icon Thermal Bib Tights is the ideal choice. Covers every winter cycling element: warm fabric; rain-proof DWR coating; even an ankle with zipper and a side pocket. The title function-icon pad-really maximizes the comfort of long-distance riding.

These Progel Plus bibs offer all the same benefits as the Icon leggings (pictured above), but in a female-friendly form that allows female riders to drive on warm, comfortable and safe winter roads. The 3D Progel pad provides excellent cushioning in the saddle, while the heat-insulating and waterproof structure can handle any weather.

Winter suits may need to be practical, but don’t have to be boring. Icon long-sleeved cycling jerseys are suitable for male and female riders. Both versions feature a semi-fitting design concept, insulated Polartec Powergrid wool, reflective details, convenient pockets and exciting bold styling.

When the mercury drops a little and an effective outer layer is needed, use Altura's stylish semi-fitting Mistral Softshell jacket. It uses a high-loft inner fleece fabric and an engraved windproof collar to keep heat, three back pockets can store riding essentials, and a waterproof coating can handle the shower.

When the cold began to hit, it was time to turn to Twister. The casual style is perfect for determined winter commuters, and this comfortable option has a 9.5 Tog insulation rating, a nylon ripstop shell, and a waterproof finish. Despite using a lot of recyclable insulation materials, articulated stitching and double front zippers also allow you to move easily on the bike. 

Check out the entire series on www.altura.co.uk.

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