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![mcnair plasmadry corduroy workshirt](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/mcnair-plasmadry-corduroy-workshirt.webp)
A shirt in a jacket category? We test the McNair PlasmaDry Corduroy Workshirt to see if it can hold its own against...
![fjallraven skogso](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/fjallraven-skogso.webp)
The Skogso jacket from Fjallraven sits in their trekking range, but is designed to be worn as an urban jacket too; we...
![finisterre litus](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/finisterre-litus.webp)
Finisterre are the current leaders of British surf culture, but their products are designed to work inland too; we put...
![craghoppers pro lite softshell](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/craghoppers-pro-lite-softshell.webp)
Craghoppers laud the versatility of their Pro Lite Softshell, so who better to test versatility than the active...
![arcteryx beta ar](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/arcteryx-beta-ar.webp)
The 'AR' in Arc'teryx's Beta AR stands for 'All-rounder' so it should be perfect for active travel... We put that 'AR'...
![lusso stealth jacket](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/lusso-stealth-jacket.webp)
A versatile road cycling zipped jersey, the Lusso Stealth Jacket has been on our back for countless test miles already.
![sweet protection nutshell](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/sweet-protection-nutshell.webp)
Arriving at camp sweaty and chilled there is nothing like unwrapping an insulated jacket to step into for warmth. We...
![hh womens warm ice crew](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/hh-womens-warm-ice-crew.webp)
With a double layered fabric throughout, we test if the Helly Hansen Warm Ice Crew really does get the best of both...
![endura wms baabaa ls baselayer](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/endura-wms-baabaa-ls-baselayer.webp)
We review the Endura BaaBaa Merino baselayer to see if it really can handle any conditions and still come up pong-free.
![craft coolmax mesh](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/craft-coolmax-mesh.webp)
Adding a layer when you want to cool down is counter-intuitive, so we test if the Craft Mesh Superlight really can do...
![altura drymesh](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/altura-drymesh.webp)
It may look like a string vest, but we test if the Altura Dry Mesh Baselayer is actually a high tech weapon for...
![odlo pactor windstopper](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/odlo-pactor-windstopper.webp)
We go for a ride in the Odlo Pactor Windstopper windproof cycling jacket to see how it fares in some seriously chilly...
![dhb flashlight thermal bib tights cycling tights black aw16 nu0446](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/dhb-flashlight-thermal-bib-tights-cycling-tights-black-aw16-nu0446.webp)
We put the DHB Flashlight Thermal Bib Tights to the test on some chilly winter rides.
![haglofs pile hood](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/haglofs-pile-hood.webp)
Does a 'classic' fleece stand up to modern requirements? We test the Haglofs Pile Hood to find out.
![skogso](/images/gear/clothing/introimages/skogso.webp)
We review the G-1000 equipped Skogso Padded Jacket from Fjallraven