Over a few hours, weather can change – especially in the UK. Not only that, but over changing terrain, you may find you heat up a lot as you climb, then cool down.

Arm and leg warmers are great because they will keep you warm on an early start, on a long descent, or if the temperature drops, but can be easily removed or rolled down if the sun appears.

A light packable will also be a life saver if you’re unlucky enough to suffer a little rain – look for one that bundles into a tiny package to fit into your jersey for the rest of your ride.

On a sunny day, some riders choose to leave gloves at home, but fingerless mitts can provide relief from fatigue caused by riding over bumpy roads and resting on your hands over long periods. They’re also great for wiping sweat and anything else your face decides to produce (sweat wipe, snot wipe – it’s all the same, right?!)

On a chillier day, you might want to opt for long fingered gloves to ensure your digits are kept toasty warm – a day out with numb fingers is never nice.