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Independent Gear reviews for travel and active clothing for walking, cycling, hiking, trekking and adventure kit including jackets, base layers, trousers, mid layers, gloves, hats, gilets, lycra and baggy cycling clothing.
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![dakine syncline](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/dakine-syncline.webp)
Clean lines and understated looks sum up the Dakine Syncline, so we take them to the trail to review their...
![madison dte](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/madison-dte.webp)
With a rugged build and hard wearing fabrics we test if the Madison DTE Waterproof shorts can keep even Scottish rain...
![santini coral2](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/santini-coral2.webp)
We test the Santini Coral 2.0 jersey through some of the chillier months of the year, to see if that retro styling...
![specialized drirelease](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/specialized-drirelease.webp)
Just the right side of a racey cut, we tested the Specialized Drirelease Merino short sleeve jersey to see how...
![giro](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/giro.webp)
With understated looks and a competitive price tag we tested these Giro Chrono Sport bib shorts to see how they...
![lusso layla shorts](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/lusso-layla-shorts.webp)
A great pair of basic shorts priced to be in everyone's wardrobe, we review these Lusso Suzi shorts out on the roads...
![santini wool techtee](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/santini-wool-techtee.webp)
The Santini Wool Tech Tee looks like a standard t-shirt at first glance, so we test its mettle as a baselayer
![gore c5 windstopper](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/gore-c5-windstopper.webp)
We review if this unique approach to chilly day riding, the Gore C5 Windstopper Bib Shorts, works in the real world.
![poc multi d 3 qtr bib shorts](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/poc-multi-d-3-qtr-bib-shorts.webp)
With a jaw-dropping price tag, we take to the road with these POC Multi D 3-quarter bibs to test whether the extra...
![santini vega](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/santini-vega.webp)
We took these cosy winter Santini Vega 2.0 bibtights onto the trails and roads to test their ability to shrug off the...
![helly hansen lifa](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/helly-hansen-lifa.webp)
Finally someone pays attention to the style of the humble baselayer. We take this good looking Helly Hansen Lifa...
![bam contrast stitch baselayer](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/bam-contrast-stitch-baselayer.webp)
With an innovative, eco friendly fabric and clean good looks, we tested if the BAM Contrast Stitch baselayer delivered...
![gore c5 trail light womens](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/gore-c5-trail-light-womens.webp)
We test if the lightweight Gore C5 Trail Light short rides as cool as they appear.
![patagonia causey pike pants](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/patagonia-causey-pike-pants.webp)
Patagonia's new range of hiking and travel pants have impressed us so far, can the Causey Pike pants maintain the...
![sprayway taku](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/sprayway-taku.webp)
Sprayway's Taku waterproof hiking jacket has the looks to be used on the streets, but is it a justifiable addition to...