So, as you can imagine, my picks this year are ones that have followed me faithfully on these adventures.<\/p>
Apidura Backcountry Snack Pouch<\/h2><\/div>With an impressive 1.2 litres of storage, there’s plenty of room for your snacks. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>- \u00a341<\/li><\/ul>
My first pick is from Apidura\u2019s Backcountry range<\/a>. This snack pouch is a great addition to my bikepacking<\/a> setup.<\/p>It’s easy to put on, wrapping around the head tube of the bike and sitting sturdily on the handlebar. It’s also waterproof, with a roll-top so you can close it if it starts raining.<\/p>
Offering 1.2 litres of storage space, the bag gives you access to a great amount of food as you ride.<\/p>![\"Apidura](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2023\/12\/Robyn-Furtados-Gear-of-the-Year-Apidura-2.jpg\")
The Backcountry Snack Pouch attaches around the head tube and fits snuggly against the handlebar. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>I found this so useful on some of the longer rides I\u2019ve done, especially because I’m bad at remembering to stop to eat, and so having food right in front of me means I tend to bonk less<\/a>.<\/p>I have filled it up with all means of food, as well as using it to hold an external charger for my Garmin.<\/p>
It\u2019s a great design and I especially appreciated the carefully placed bumper material on the back to prevent rubbing on the paintwork.<\/p>
<\/div>Gore Lupra rain jacket<\/h2><\/div>![\"Gore](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2023\/12\/Robyn-Furtados-Gear-of-the-Year-Gore-Lupra-1.jpg\")
Though it’s not completely waterproof, it can handle a downpour with ease. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>- \u00a3189.99<\/li><\/ul>
The Gore Lupra jacket<\/a> is a lightweight, windproof and waterproof coat that\u2019s intended to give mountain bikers optimum performance when riding trails. I have used it regularly since getting it this summer.<\/p>Though it’s not completely waterproof, it can handle a downpour with ease. The Lupra is very breathable, and I find it can be worn over softshells<\/a> without turning into a sweatbox.<\/p>I love the colour too \u2013 a purple\/pink that’s bright enough to be visible without startling anyone, and it matches my Genesis Fugio<\/a> colour scheme.<\/p>![\"Gore](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2023\/12\/Robyn-Furtados-Gear-of-the-Year-Gore-Lupra-2.jpg\")
For most autumn and winter riding, the Gore Lupra is a great choice. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>The cut is perfect \u2013 it can be worn with layers underneath, but it isn\u2019t baggy, and the hood fits over my helmet well.<\/p>
As a do-it-all jacket, I love it. Of course, if it\u2019s completely pouring with rain, the Lupra won\u2019t be able to stop water getting in, but for most autumn and winter riding, it’s a great choice.<\/p>
<\/div>Garmin Edge 830<\/h2><\/div>![\"Garmin](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2023\/12\/Robyn-Furtados-Gear-of-the-Year-Garmin.jpg\")
I have used the Garmin Edge 830 to guide me through thousands of kilometres and found it almost faultless. – Robyn Furtado \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>- \u00a3309<\/li><\/ul>
The Garmin Edge 830<\/a> is not a new product to me. However, I couldn’t leave it out, considering the amount of hard work it has got through this year.<\/p>I admit, as a bit of a technophobe, it took me a ridiculously long time to figure out how to use the Garmin 830 (and I fear there are many features I’m not using to their full potential).<\/p>
However, the Garmin 830 has accompanied me on countless rides this year, and it has done so almost flawlessly.<\/p>
The route maps are clear and easy to follow, and the battery-saving mode is well-designed and helpful.<\/p>
I love ClimbPro, which has accompanied me on many multi-coloured toils upwards, and is great for someone who likes to know exact figures of how long and how high every hill is going to be.<\/p>
- \u00a341<\/li><\/ul>
My first pick is from Apidura\u2019s Backcountry range<\/a>. This snack pouch is a great addition to my bikepacking<\/a> setup.<\/p>
It’s easy to put on, wrapping around the head tube of the bike and sitting sturdily on the handlebar. It’s also waterproof, with a roll-top so you can close it if it starts raining.<\/p>
Offering 1.2 litres of storage space, the bag gives you access to a great amount of food as you ride.<\/p>
The Backcountry Snack Pouch attaches around the head tube and fits snuggly against the handlebar. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure> I found this so useful on some of the longer rides I\u2019ve done, especially because I’m bad at remembering to stop to eat, and so having food right in front of me means I tend to bonk less<\/a>.<\/p>
I have filled it up with all means of food, as well as using it to hold an external charger for my Garmin.<\/p>
It\u2019s a great design and I especially appreciated the carefully placed bumper material on the back to prevent rubbing on the paintwork.<\/p>
<\/div>Gore Lupra rain jacket<\/h2>
<\/div>Though it’s not completely waterproof, it can handle a downpour with ease. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure> - \u00a3189.99<\/li><\/ul>
The Gore Lupra jacket<\/a> is a lightweight, windproof and waterproof coat that\u2019s intended to give mountain bikers optimum performance when riding trails. I have used it regularly since getting it this summer.<\/p>
Though it’s not completely waterproof, it can handle a downpour with ease. The Lupra is very breathable, and I find it can be worn over softshells<\/a> without turning into a sweatbox.<\/p>
I love the colour too \u2013 a purple\/pink that’s bright enough to be visible without startling anyone, and it matches my Genesis Fugio<\/a> colour scheme.<\/p>
For most autumn and winter riding, the Gore Lupra is a great choice. – Scott Windsor \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure> The cut is perfect \u2013 it can be worn with layers underneath, but it isn\u2019t baggy, and the hood fits over my helmet well.<\/p>
As a do-it-all jacket, I love it. Of course, if it\u2019s completely pouring with rain, the Lupra won\u2019t be able to stop water getting in, but for most autumn and winter riding, it’s a great choice.<\/p>
<\/div>Garmin Edge 830<\/h2>
<\/div>I have used the Garmin Edge 830 to guide me through thousands of kilometres and found it almost faultless. – Robyn Furtado \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure> - \u00a3309<\/li><\/ul>
The Garmin Edge 830<\/a> is not a new product to me. However, I couldn’t leave it out, considering the amount of hard work it has got through this year.<\/p>
I admit, as a bit of a technophobe, it took me a ridiculously long time to figure out how to use the Garmin 830 (and I fear there are many features I’m not using to their full potential).<\/p>
However, the Garmin 830 has accompanied me on countless rides this year, and it has done so almost flawlessly.<\/p>
The route maps are clear and easy to follow, and the battery-saving mode is well-designed and helpful.<\/p>
I love ClimbPro, which has accompanied me on many multi-coloured toils upwards, and is great for someone who likes to know exact figures of how long and how high every hill is going to be.<\/p>
- \u00a3309<\/li><\/ul>
- \u00a3189.99<\/li><\/ul>
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