The Race Day Short Sleeve Jersey from Liv has been designed for women, whether they are racing or taking part in some fast-paced training.

With Wimbledon just around the corner, it is time to dig out your fuzzy yellow balls and hit the local free tennis courts (just kick the beer cans out of the way). But, on arrival, you discover your sad old tennis racket just isn’t up to scratch anymore.

The Trailknit Pro-Armor Tee from Dainese is a protective and functional base layer for trail riding that allows you to integrate protective elements to your apparel when you need it. This is a first from the world of bike wearables which provides all the benefits of a traditional next-to-skin base layer, including temperature regulation and muscle compression, with the added bonus of options for shoulder and back protection when needing to layer up.

Tatami Fightwear was established in the heart of South Wales in 2009 by founders Gareth Dummer and Lee Jones, with the aim of producing high quality Jiu-Jitsu products at affordable prices. The Omega Backpack has been specifically created with the traveling Jiu-Jitsu practitioner in mind.

The Aero Jersey from the ‘Pro Team collection’ has some bold new branding that riders will either love or hate - a bold, raised rubber Rapha takes up the entire length of the left arm, there are six stripes on the back right pocket, and a smaller Rapha and stripes either side of the zip at the hem. If you don’t fancy flashing the branding about, you can order the Aero in Black, but the two other coloured options - Grey Blue and Dark Green - are very attractive.

The Drafter 10L from Dakine is a hydration backpack created to meet the demanding requirements of mountain biking and tries to ensure your water supply is protected and accessible in a compact, breathable package. The Drafter comes in capacities of 18L, 14L and 10L all featuring a 3L (100oz) Hydrapak lumbar reservoir, it also comes in four different designs Blue Rock, Stacked, Field Camo and Black - we received the 10L in Black.

The Slate sunglasses come in five different designs and we received the Polarized Offshore Blue, featuring (unsurprisingly), polarised lenses that align light rays from the sun, which prevents you from getting dazzled whether you are driving, out on the water or simply chilling in the garden.

2XU (two times you) were founded in Melbourne, Australia, in 2005, predominately with a running and triathlon apparel focus, and have since grown to become the world’s most technical sportswear company.

With the weather finally turning a corner, it’s time to blow off the cobwebs on your gold clubs and get back out onto the green! If this is the year you have decided to up your game then you maybe tempted to look at getting some high-tech gear to help you on your way.

If like me, you are a keen runner but easily put off by anything less than perfect conditions, then having the right running apparel is essential. The All Weather Jacket comes with a large price tag but also the promise you will be able to use it all year round making it an invaluable item in your wardrobe.