Designed to give the performance of a top-end ski glove with none of the bulk, Assos’ fuguGloves continue the company’s maxim of reducing volume to the max. Made from a staggering six different textiles, 15 patterns and eight components, the fugus earn their price in complexity alone. Made from three layers (a soft insulating inner, a breathable middle and a robust outer), they’re shaped for maximum dexterity and, it goes without saying, have shock-absorbing inserts in the palms, reflective bits and a long zipped cuff to lock in the snugness.

 Price: £90, available from Assos.

Best Price: £68.99, available from Wiggle.