These stretchy shorts from Helly Hansen are a comfortable and practical option that works well for outdoors use or day to day life.

This jersey and bib shorts from Iris are a great technical option for those looking for performance cycling clothing.

These shorts from Brasher (stocked in Go Outdoors, Millets and Blacks) are an affordable option for those who are embracing shorts weather.

This is a versatile lightweight bag from Osprey Europe - it can be used either as a generously sized day sack which will fit all your winter kit, or if you are careful, to pack everything for a two week holiday.

These Kostume bib shorts offer a technical option for those wanting a high quality pair of shorts for cycling.

This Gore-Tex jacket from Rab is now available in extended sizing from Cotswold Outdoor.

Lightweight, quick drying, stretchy mountain biking trousers and long sleeved jersey, available from Trail Bloom in a wide size range.

Paramo have recently expanded their sizing in two of their women's jackets - the Alta III and the Velez Adventure Smock - expanding up to a 3XL (approx size 24-26).

When trying to find kit that works for larger sizes, all too often it means a limited and dull colour palette. But that’s not the case with this Maya 20 backpack from Gregory Packs x Unlikely Hikers .

Want a sturdy jacket to keep you warm and dry in the mountains? This Keela jacket might be for you. 

This women’s specific PFD was developed by Palm Equipment, and features contoured PVC-free foam on the front.

These Regatta overtrousers are the perfect piece of kit to have in your backpack. Easy to slip on, these should keep you dry even in the heaviest downpours!

The Adidas Terrex jacket is a light and packable rain jacket, which packs down really well and is easy to carry. 

The Regatta Women’s Wentwood VIII jacket is perfect for a day on the hills, whatever the weather. The removable inner jacket and breathable waterproof outer means that you’re always prepared. It's good for the environment too, as it is made using recycled plastic bottles.

If you're a keen cyclist, a quality pair of bib shorts are an essential piece of kit. These shorts have been designed by Petrichor Projects specifically for women.

A lightweight cycling waterproof is a useful item, both for commuting in the city but also for longer bike touring trips. This jacket from Showers Pass is a good option for both.

A lightweight and super packable fleece is a must in your kit bag, particularly with constantly changing weather. The Alpkit Griffon gridded microfleece is designed to be warm without being bulky.

This rucksack from Osprey is ideal for mountain biking.

This is the kind of jacket you take on a bike ride when it's looking like it's going to be windy or showery. It's pretty lightweight (though not small enough to pack in your jersey back pocket) and showerproof, and has several vents to help stop you getting too sweaty (one across the back, and two zippable ones at your waist)

The Trail Access shorts are made of a highly stretchy, hard wearing quick drying material.