Though you can generally be certain to have a brisk breeze as your companion during the autumn, rain is less easy to predict. In fact, it’s a common joke among cyclists that the best way to be sure of rain is to forget your packable.

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Packable jackets can be slipped into a back pocket, but will keep the worst off in a shower. If you are unfortunate enough to be cycling in a real downpour, a packable won’t keep you dry, but it will provide some restbite.

You could pick up a packable for as little as £30 – however, the more you spend, the more breathable the material is likely to be thanks to extra features such as underarm vents or hidden zips.

We reviewed Fierlan’s packable (pictured) here.