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Clothing

If you’re a regular road-rider, you might think that the most important decision about clothing is the colour scheme. Mountain bikers tend to be a bit more pragmatic, and practicality has to play a greater part in decision-making.

I would suggest the following are essential pieces of clothing:

 helmet – well fitted and less than five years old. If there is any visible wear it should be discarded, and if the helmet has been involved in an accident, even if there is no visible damage, it should be replaced.

 gloves – to prevent injury in the event of a fall and to protect from the cold if necessary.

 shoes – sturdy outdoor shoes at least, but ideally specialist shoes with an inflexible sole.

 glasses – to protect the eyes from sunlight as well as mud and stones; a pair with interchangeable lenses for different light conditions is ideal.

 padded shorts – either close-fitting or baggy to provide comfort for your day in the saddle.

In addition, comfortable, quick-drying clothes will make your ride more pleasant and it is always worth packing a spare warm layer for the mountaintops and a lightweight waterproof for the occasional shower.