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ALPINESTARS XT-8 GORE-TEX BOOTS
These CE-approved enduro/adventure boots look properly hardcore, with loads of external armour, chunky soles and protective bracing all-round. They’re also 100% waterproof thanks to a proper Gore-Tex membrane liner, have a dual buckle and Velcro fastening, and an integrated ‘transverse protection frame’ structure adds stiffness without compromising comfort. Available in black or brown.
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RRP: £390
RUROC ACE CAFÉ HELMET RANGE
British lid maker Ruroc has teamed up with London’s legendary Ace Café biker spot to launch a limited-edition range of speciallyfinished helmets. The Ace Café collection is now available on the AT4.0 STREET, the AT4.0 TRACK and the EOX models – which are the firm’s high-end full-face sports and track lids. Each Ace Café edition Ruroc also comes with a limited-edition pin badge, patch and stickers. They’re classy-looking designs, with the Ace Café logo subtly integrated, and have ECE22.06/ACU Gold approved composite shells underneath.