The Alpinestars Atom suit, SP+ boots and Tech 1 Race V4 gloves as a set. What the extra over an entry set actually buys, all four suit colourways shown, and which boots and gloves pair with each.

The Alpinestars Atom suit, SP+ boots and Tech 1 Race V4 gloves as a set. What the extra over an entry set actually buys, all four suit colourways shown, and which boots and gloves pair with each.

The Alpinestars Radar V2 mechanics shoes and ZX Evo V3 balaclava both carry FIA 8856-2018, but the approval does not tell you what job they are for. What changed between the V2 and V3 balaclava, and why co-drivers should not wear race boots.

Sparco add white to the Slalom race boot and black to the RW-4 balaclava and long johns for 2026, the fluorescent yellow boot is on its way out, plus one thing to check before ordering a set.