MERIDA SCULTURA TEAM
As a brand, Merida is highly underrated in the cycling world – this despite having a significant
presence on the WorldTour where its bikes are used exclusively by Bahrain Victorious. The Merida
Scultura Team not only represents the best value-for-money offering in the brand’s line-up but
the entire road bike segment, too. The bike is built around the all-new Shimano Dura-Ace R9200
Di2 hydraulic groupset so it’s polished when it comes to braking modulation and gear shifting. The
carbon-fibre frame is stiff and responsive and supplies a good amount of communication through its
underpinnings, allowing the rider to lean on the huge reserves of grip when descending at speed.
£7,750, merida-bikes.comROA D BIKE
VELOSOCK
The Velosock is a novel solution for those who prefer storing their bike(s)
in the house. This nifty cover not only protects your pride and joy against
scuffs and possible damage, it also keeps grit, chain grease and dirt from
staining your carpets, floors and walls.
£43, velosock.com
MET RIVALE MIPS HELMET
The Met Rivale MIPS helmet can be a life-saver. While many of the best
road bike helmets boast similar levels of safety and protection, Met’s
helmets look superb and the after-sales service and communication
levels are some of the best we’ve dealt with in the industry.
£140, met-helmets.comCYCLING ACCESSORIES
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