{"id":57602,"date":"2023-12-09T10:00:55","date_gmt":"2023-12-09T09:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=755380"},"modified":"2023-12-10T10:46:10","modified_gmt":"2023-12-10T09:46:10","slug":"alex-evans-gear-of-the-year-2023-surprise-performers-and-reliable-kit-for-every-ride","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/alex-evans-gear-of-the-year-2023-surprise-performers-and-reliable-kit-for-every-ride\/","title":{"rendered":"Alex Evans\u2019 Gear of the Year 2023 | Surprise performers and reliable kit for every ride"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"> The trusty regulars helping Alex get through another year on two wheels <\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Alex Evans\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Saturday, 09 December 2023 at 09:00 AM<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body> <p>In my previous Gear of the Year selections, I\u2019ve focused on kit that served a specific purpose, whether because of impressive performance or an unfaltering duty to make my life more comfortable and easy.<\/p>\n<p>This year, however, I want to shout out the kit that performs exceptionally and gets used and abused on (almost) every ride.<\/p>\n<p>The frequency with which I rely on these bits to help me do my job or have fun gives them a special place in my heart.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Nukeproof-Blackline-riding-pants-1-af3344f.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199, 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class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Plug in the right sensors and the amount of data available on the Edge 830 is eye-opening.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>From \u00a3309.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Arguably the most-used product I own, my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/training\/gps-computers\/garmin-edge-830-gps-computer-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Garmin Edge 830<\/a> has missed only a handful of rides since I got it in 2019.<\/p>\n<p>As a self-professed ride-recording addict, the computer\u2019s onboard wizardry affords me a wealth of stats both during and post-ride, culminating in an afterglow endorphin hit.<\/p>\n<p>Geeking out on heart rate, power, cadence, elevation and speed data is almost unbeatable; all that delightful data is conveniently pumped out on its colourful 2.6in screen.<\/p>\n<p>Paired with one of Garmin\u2019s smartwatches, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/training\/gadgets\/smartwatches\/garmin-fenix-6-pro-solar-edition-gps-smartwatch-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fenix 6 Pro Solar<\/a> I\u2019ve reviewed, those stats are bolstered with training statuses, body battery and more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Garmin-Edge-830-GPS-bike-computer-2-087cd75.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199, 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data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Garmin-Edge-830-GPS-bike-computer-2-087cd75.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 Garmin Edge 830 GPS bike computer\" title=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 Garmin Edge 830 GPS bike computer-2\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Dirty, scratched and covered in sweat; my 830 gets used a lot, but it has never missed a beat.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Fortunately, the diminutive 830\u2019s performance is matched by its robustness.<\/p>\n<p>It holds its 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class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Comfortable, light and good-looking\u2026 what\u2019s not to love about the convertible Parachute MCR?<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3240 \/ \u20ac350<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Existing in some guise or another, the MET Parachute is one of the original convertible helmets.<\/p>\n<p>This latest version \u2013 the MCR \u2013 is arguably the best-looking and most feature-packed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-enduro-helmets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">convertible lid<\/a> from MET.<\/p>\n<p>This makes it one of my standout performers of the year, and I wear it religiously.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" 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data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Met-Parachute-MCR-helmet-4-87f69fa.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 Met Parachute MCR helmet\" title=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 Met Parachute MCR helmet-4\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Scratches and some tiny dings \u2013 although not from crashes, I might add \u2013 are just the patina a well-used product should have.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Boasting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/what-is-mips\/\">MIPS<\/a>, a Fidlock buckle, Boa fit adjustment and a magnetic chin-bar release (hence MCR), it meets the ASTM 1952 certification.<\/p>\n<p>This is all handy given my unwavering love and obsession with the inherently dangerous gravity-focused side of mountain biking, and my surprising penchant for safety.<\/p>\n<p>Convertible lids, such as this one, make total sense; you can whip the chin bar off for winching to the top of the hill, then reattach it prior to descending for maximum protection.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Met-Parachute-MCR-helmet-3-69a601d.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199, 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width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 Met Parachute MCR helmet\" title=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 Met Parachute MCR helmet-3\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Copious amounts of sweat (yuck!) has caused some corrosion, but none of it is structural.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>However, even with the chin bar on, there\u2019s enough ventilation to breathe comfortably while looking to push your FTP on a climb.<\/p>\n<p>I use the lid for the lighter, less engaged cycling disciplines too, even wearing it when simply bombing around the local trail centre, not just gravity shredding.<\/p>\n<p>While that certainly raises a few eyebrows from onlookers \u2013 \u201cwho\u2019s that lunatic wearing a full-face helmet on his trail bike?\u201d \u2013 I certainly feel more at ease wearing it than I do in an open-faced model.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Met-Parachute-MCR-helmet-2-14257a9.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Met-Parachute-MCR-helmet-2-14257a9.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=599%2C399 2x, 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helmet-2\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Although some sneer at the Parachute name \u2013 previous iterations have had questionable looks \u2013 I think the MCR is as good-looking as the best of them.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>As these pictures will attest, it\u2019s hard to mask the signs of how much I use the MCR. The peak bolts are rusting from sweat, its paint is scratched and patinated, and it has a distinct, albeit not very pleasant aroma despite a regimented cleaning procedure (thankfully for you, Smell-O-Vision is consigned to the history books).<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re on the hunt for a convertible lid, the classic Parachute is certainly one to look at.<\/p>\n<div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-container\" data-position=\"adhoc\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-title monetizer-title\" style=\"background-color: #; color: #000000\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"monetizer__deals\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-config=\"{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;MET Parachute MCR&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;geolocation&quot;:true,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;,&quot;priceRange&quot;:&quot;175-325&quot;,&quot;sid&quot;:&quot;term-bikeradar-19827-pcs-txt-pos&quot;}\"\/> <div class=\"monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text body-copy-extra-small editor-content\"\/><\/div> <h2>Evoc Hip Pack Pro bum bag<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"monetizer-in-text-link-list\"> <li data-type=\"in-text\" class=\"monetizer-in-text-link\" data-config=\"{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;: &quot;Evoc Hip Pack Pro&quot;, &quot;priceMin&quot;: 100, &quot;sid&quot;: &quot;term-bikeradar-19827-its-txt-pos&quot;}\" data-text=\"&lt;b&gt;Buy now&lt;\/b&gt; from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> Another dirty and well-used product, the EVOC Hip Pack Pro comes on almost every ride.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"\/><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3109.99 \/ \u20ac130<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>An Evoc bum bag has featured in my gear of the year before, but in the now-discontinued Race guise.<\/p>\n<p>Adding to the Race\u2019s features is this year\u2019s entry \u2013 the Pro.<\/p>\n<p>An extra mesh side pocket, increasing the pack\u2019s carry capacity and versatility, and an improved waistband made from a chunky Velcro material rather than the skinny strap and clip of the previous model, boost its usability.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" 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srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-EVOC-Hip-Pack-Pro-bum-bag-4-d1461fc.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413\" width=\"620\" height=\"413\" alt=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 EVOC Hip Pack Pro bum bag\" title=\"Alex Evans Gear of the Year 2023 EVOC Hip Pack Pro bum bag-4\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The pebble-dashed look is testament to its continued use.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>With the Pro improving comfort and upping how much I can stash in it, the Race version has been sidelined indefinitely.<\/p>\n<p>Whether I\u2019m out testing the latest bikes, components or clothing, the Hip Pack Pro is invariably strapped around my waist.<\/p>\n<p>Dutifully \u2013 just like my helmet and GPS \u2013 it stands strong and resistant against mud, water, snow and rain to protect its contents.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-EVOC-Hip-Pack-Pro-bum-bag-3-b090ca0.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199, https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-EVOC-Hip-Pack-Pro-bum-bag-3-b090ca0.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=45&amp;resize=599%2C399 2x, 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bag-3\"\/>\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div><div class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The Hip Pack Pro is a great size; it comfortably fits water, snacks and trail-side repair essentials without being bulky.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>Storing my ride essentials securely and comfortably is its modus operandi; my snacks, puncture repair kit, tube and jacket, along with a 1.5-litre bladder, can all be conveniently stashed within.<\/p>\n<p>But seemingly like everything I own, it bears the weathered patina of a hard life.<\/p>\n<p>Frequently getting snagged on trees, there are small rips and tears, especially in the side pockets, but none so bad that performance is 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class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The Nukeproof Blackline riding pants are seriously comfortable \u2013 one reason why they\u2019re among my go-to bits of kit.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a390<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By now, the theme linking each of these products should be clear, and my Nukeproof Blackline Trail Pants do not buck the trend.<\/p>\n<p>Stretchy, flexible, lightweight and plain-looking, these affordable riding trousers from Nukeproof tick so many must-have boxes with borderline perfection.<\/p>\n<p>Their cut is sporty but not aggressive and there\u2019s room for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mtb-knee-pads\/\">knee pads<\/a> without an excess of material, making them equally at home on the DH or <a 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class=\"caption-hold\"><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"caption-copy\"><i class=\"icon-arrow icon-camera-circle\"\/> The backside panel fabric\u2019s colour has lightened through use.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"im-image-caption\"> <i>Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<p>The pants are warm but not roasting. Layer up with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-winter-bib-tights-for-cycling\/\">bib tights<\/a> for cold-weather protection, but run them with a set of padded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-shorts\/\">MTB shorts<\/a> and you don\u2019t get excessively hot.<\/p>\n<p>With robustness that\u2019s surprising, the amount of use they can sustain justifies the reasonable \u00a390 RRP.<\/p>\n<p>Mine are showing those tell-tale signs of a hard life though.<\/p>\n<div class=\"image-handler__container image-handler__container--aspect\" style=\"padding-bottom: calc(100% \/ 1.501210653753);\"> <picture> <source media=\"(max-width: 320px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2023\/12\/Alex-Evans-Gear-of-the-Year-2023-Nukeproof-Blackline-riding-pants-3-75a325b.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=299%2C199, 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