All about that base

Dressing for winter rides can be a balancing act. Wrap up too warm and you’ll be overheating at the mere mention of a climb; fail to layer sufficiently and you risk shivering of exposure at every cafe stop. Neither scenario is particularly conducive to an enjoyable day in the saddle, which is why getting your base layer right is so important.

‘A good base layer will elevate the way the rest of your kit performs and plays an