Cycling is a brilliant way to get around on tour – our pick of some of the standout bike accessories will help you take your two-wheeled experience to the next level.

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RC500 Hi-vis waterproof cycling jacket – neon yellow

The RC500 Hi-vis waterproof cycling jacket in neon yellow
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Improve your visibility, regardless of the weather and the conditions, with this useful jacket. Waterproof and with a couple of pockets, it provides freedom of movement and should help you stay safe while you’re on two wheels.

Price: £59.99 at Decathlon

Garmin Edge 1030 Plus

The Garmin Edge 1030 Plus
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Take your cycling to the next level with this handy gadget. Capable of directing you back to where you started from, this GPS computer has a battery that lasts for up to 24 hours and is packed full of features, including suggested rides, workouts and much more.

Carrera Vengeance E Mens Electric Mountain Bikes 2.0

The Carrera Vengeance E Mens Electric Mountain Bikes 2.0
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Taking only six hours to charge, the Carrera Vengeance has a 317Wh battery and a range of up to 40 miles, allowing you to explore to your heart’s content. 8-speed SRAM gearing and Tektro Mechanical Disc Brakes are just two of the features included.

GIRO cycling helmet

GIRO cycling helmet
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Cycle safely with this practical – and smart – helmet. Coming with a reflective rear decal to help you stand out on the trail, it’s quick and easy to put on.

Halfords Advanced 1600 Lumen Front Bike Light

Halfords Advanced 1600 Lumen Front Bike Light
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Coming with eight different modes, this bike light can reach up to 1600 lumens, allowing you to light up even the darkest of routes. A touch we really like is it can be used to charge your phone too, thanks to the USB port.

Oakley Jawbreaker Photochromic Sunglasses

Oakley Jawbreaker Photochromic sunglasses
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Automatically adjusting to suit the current conditions, these sunglasses will provide you with clarity so you can keep you on the road, whatever the weather. Secure yet comfortable to wear, they have ports to ensure air can flow too.

dhb Windproof Cycling Gloves

dhb Windproof Cycling Gloves
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Avoid any cold hands when you’re cycling with these comfortable gloves. Touchscreen compatible, these gloves are made of a windproof fabric and have a fleece lining, keeping your hands snug as you cycle.

After some more brilliant accessories inspiration? Our Back to Basics: Accessories category has some unmissable round-ups, full of tour enhancing ideas.

If you’re looking for a way of transporting your bicycle, our guide to the best caravan bike racks will help you pick out the one for you.


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