Best of Test 2024: The best road bike accessories of the year 2024

The best road bike light: Supernova Lights M99 DY Pro - TOUR grade: 1.3

Relatively large but lightweight headlight, top workmanship, very good light profile from 20 km/h; high beam produces a great light profile. The cable for the remote control is a little short, a rear light can be connected.

The entire Best of Test article with the exact test data and the runner-up and third-placed battery-powered headlamps can be found here.

The best wind jackets: Maap Draft Team Jacket Women/Men - TOUR Grade: 1,5 / 1,7

The wind jackets from Maap impressed with their features in the TOUR test: backed two-way zip, zip garage, extended back with silicone print, back pocket, pannier and laser cuts on the forearm and shoulder area are all part of the wind jacket's range. So the wind jacket test win in 2024 goes to Maap.

The test editorial team's verdict: racing cut, fits slim cyclists perfectly if the upper body is not too long, top weather protection and features.

The complete test of the wind jackets for men and women can be found here.

The best rechargeable air pump: Xiaomi Portable Electric Air Compressor 2 - TOUR rating: 1.5

The Portable Electric Air Compressor 2 from Xiamo scored highly in the TOUR test with extras such as a 21 cm long valve hose, a ball valve adapter and a Presta replacement button. With its versatile functions such as a battery indicator, a torch and 5 memory values, it takes the title of best rechargeable air pump 2024.

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The best long-fingered glove with touch function: Heestra Ergo Grip Long 5-finger - TOUR grade: 1.1

The TOUR test editorial team's verdict: The glove is normal to large in size, has a robust structure and a well-padded palm. The cuff width is adjustable. The glove has very good touch properties with three fingers each on the left and right. The weather protection is excellent. However, as always, quality has its price: the Heestra Ergo Grip is the most expensive model in the test.

The complete best of test for touch gloves can be found here.

The best cycling shorts for women: SQlab SQ-Short One 12 Women - TOUR grade: 1.2

The test-winning trousers are top in all functional criteria, only lacking reflective material. A thin, firm and securely positioned seat pad impressed in the test. Uncomplicated and quick pit stop. When going to the toilet, the trousers can be pulled down using the slip-on principle. They offer comfort straps and comfort leg cuffs.

The best of test article on pee-friendly cycling shorts for women can be found here.