A big clue to being so light (under 100g in size large) is having by far the thinnest material of all the shorts here, with an almost silky, shiny fabric…
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Altura Kielder Lightweight Short Sleeve jersey review
Both this flyweight short sleeve Kielder jersey and matching shorts are the lightest pieces of summer kit in this test by a margin. The jersey is just over 50g, or…
Altura Esker Dune Insulated Gilet review
Altura’s latest line-up of biking kit is undeniably fresh and good looking. This Esker Dune gilet is a prime example, looking like the sort of down gilet you’d see in…
Altura Ridge Thermal Waterproof trousers review
It’s that time of year when the keenest riders keep on getting out regardless, but the rest of us need some extra motivation to tackle freezing cold and soaking wet…
Altura Kielder Unisex Trail Gloves review
Altura’s ultra-thin Kielder gloves weigh in at a scant 32g. Most of that minimalism is down to an airy polyester/elastane mix back panel and slender synthetic suede palm. There really…
Altura Ridge Pertex waterproof jacket review
Altura make some great kit at accessible prices, and the Ridge Pertex mountain bike jacket is packed with features… but where does it sit amongst the best jackets for mountain…
Altura Eskar Trail Trouser review
Part of Altura’s relaunched MTB and gravel range, the Eskar Trail Trouser is a modern riding pant with a slim, tapered cut and four-way stretch fabric. There’s plenty of elasticity…
Altura Esker jacket review
The Altura Esker is a packable jacket that can be stuffed into its own pocket or rolled up and secured with the included elastic loop.
Altura One 80 G2 glove review
Comfortable, economical and unobtrusive, the Altura One 80 G2 glove gets two thumbs up from me.
Altura Mayhem 2 waterproof jacket review
Sitting second tier in the range, the Altura Mayhem 2 aims at bringing full foul weather protection at a slightly more reasonable price point.
Altura Three 60 Windproof jacket review
The Altura Three 60 windproof jacket promises to provide weather protection without compromising temperature regulation. To this end it relies on proprietary Shield fabrics to provide highly windproof and water…
Altura Attack 360 jacket review
A clever combination of lighter, stretch fabric at the elbows, nape of neck and hood gave the Altura Attack 360 jacket a more mobile feel than most.
Altura Attack One80 short review
The Altura Attack One80 short is intended as a summer riding short — lightweight, no nonsense and great value.
Altura Tech 5 BibShort review
Altura’s Tech 5 BibShort includes built-in storage. It features five integrated pockets — two on the hips, two on the lower thighs and one at the small of the back.