For me, Gear of the Year isn’t just about the products that performed exceptionally well or earned high star ratings over the past 12 months. It’s about the gear that stood out, stuck with me, and made a real personal impact - whether by changing my habits or simply becoming a regular part of my rides.
This year’s picks fall into the same two categories: products so good I couldn’t stop using them and products so brilliant they solved problems I didn’t even realize I had. Whether it was a perfectly designed bike that spared my knees or a lightweight jacket that made café stops even more enjoyable, these are the pieces of kit that defined my 2024.
