If you're riding in foul weather conditions and want excellent wind and rain protection without the full bulk of a heavier-weight neoprene overshoe then the Fiandre is a solid option. For milder conditions where it's not freezing but there's plenty of road spray, it's the one I would opt for. Finance is subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a credit broker not a lender – credit is subject to status and affordability and is provided by Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Terms & Conditions Apply. Just as you may not need full winter boots, full shoe covers might be too warm. Toe covers, as the name suggests, only cover the toe box of your shoe, ending just past the cleat, which helps to hold it in place.They tend to be fairly cheap but for the usually reasonable price can fill a useful gap in your wardrobe for spring and autumn cool conditions. Spatz overshoes are the brainchild of former professional rider Tom Barras who after years of training and racing in the wet created the overshoes and wet weather products he always wanted but found didn't exist. Into the third hour of one ride, the rider whose wheel I was on had a poor mudguard flap which just flung water at my feet and left leg constantly and I could feel water breach my left Pro II after a while, but my foot stayed warm thanks to the neoprene construction. The Spatz are not totally waterproof but if water does breach them you will stand a good chance of keeping your feet warm.

Also, you’re going to end up walking in your overshoes at some point, and you’ll have to put a foot down at junctions or stops, all of which subjects them to wear. Putting on a pair of Pro 2s does feel like you are ready to go to war in the sense that you feel protected from the elements. Once you've done it a few times, the overshoes are on in minutes and putting them on certainly isn't a battle. I've ridden for over three hours in them in sleet, snow and sub-zero conditions and they performed brilliantly with my lower legs and feet staying warm. If you want to invest in some seriously warm, stylish overshoes for the coldest days the Estremo will fit the bill nicely. If you riding or racing hard in foul conditions the Velotoze are cheap and can be really useful to improve aerodynamics or keep spray water at bay.If you're doing any sort of cycling in colder winter temperatures and conditions a pair of cycling overshoes are worth investing in. Anything over around an hour on the bike in the cold and wet and there's a fair chance you will have soaking and cold feet. Yes, you can tough this out and ride for hours but we can promise it won't be comfortable and you'll be using energy trying to stay warm that could be used elsewhere. We've ridden for hours in winter with frozen feet and it's miserable. A pair of overshoes will protect your feet and keep them warmer and if water eventually does work its way in, you will be 'wet but warm' instead of frozen to the bone. Our advice is to invest in a budget set of neoprene overshoes, put some time in with them on the bike and get an idea of what you like, and what you don't. Should I get overshoes or toe covers? Take a look at our in-depth review of the Velotoze Road 2.0 overshoes How to choose the best cycling overshoes for you Like the rest of the overshoes in the test, I used the overshoes on a couple of nights when it was around -3C - maybe a little bit colder with the windchill - and they did a really good job of keeping me warm. Due to the Polartec fleece and Infinium material, they do become waterlogged in sustained heavy downpours, but deal with showers and spray well, and I almost relished heading out into the freezing night with them on due to the lovely plush fleece they use on the inside. Kevlar-topped neoprene is used for the ankle area and toe box to offer flexibility and durability, whilst on the inside, there's a thermo fleece-like fabric that is designed to breathe, whilst keeping your feet nice and cosy.You will see many British pro riders logging their winter base miles in a pair of Pro 2s.

The majority of cycling overshoes are worn over your cycling shoes, most pull on after you have put your shoes on. Some go on before your shoes but most are on in seconds and are easy to get on with a bit of practice. Once the cold sets in and your feet start to go numb you are going to have an uncomfortable time whilst riding. If you're doing a decent amount of winter cycling investing in some cycling overshoes is definitely worth it and will help you stay a lot more comfortable on the bike. Overshoes will add an extra layer of insulation against the freezing wind and will also prevent rain and water from entering which will also slowly freeze your feet. We say 'complete waterproofing', but it's worth remembering that there are still holes at the top, cleat, and heel, so like any of the options here, water can find its way in during the worst of the downpours. Also, be aware that breathability is reduced, so you might find your feet damp from sweat too. If you are wearing winter overshoes, wear some leg warmers or bib tights too, it's not very smart keeping your feet nice and warm and then bleeding body heat from your exposed legs and knees. The more heat you can retain the better; it will help you put all of your energy into pedalling the bike. What are the warmest cycling overshoes?Carbon is a terrible insulator which, combined with the metal cleat screws, sap heat from your feet and leads to discomfort. Unfortunately, there needs to be holes in the bottom of your cycling overshoes to accommodate the cleat and heel pad, but in most cases the more of the sole that is covered, the warmer you will be. Look for a pair of cycling overshoes that feature a pull tab built into the heel to simplify the process. Velcro straps at the top cuff can allow you to tighten up the opening and help to prolong protection against water ingress, but its effectiveness will eventually deteriorate. How long do overshoes last? All-weather overshoes tend to follow the same basic pattern; there’s a high ankle cuff to try to prevent rain from running down your leg and into your shoe, and a bootie-style lower section that covers your shoe. That typically has a central seam on top, which is taped to keep out wheel spray. Other seams will usually be taped too. All things considered we like the BBB Arctic Duty overshoes, though there is still work to be done to make them perfect. They offer a high degree of protection from the worst of the winter that most other overshoes struggle to get near to. The Estremos use the popular Gore-Tex Infinium material on the outer panels to keep the wind at bay and a seriously plush Polartec Power stretch fleece on the inside. There are also reflective details and a bright red YKK aqua guard-sealed Zipper.