Some cycling accessories are simple yet extremely effective and and essential pieces in any equipment bag. The best toe covers fall into that category, and neoprene is the best and most cost effective material for items that need to protect from wind and water, but tend to get beat up when walking. You can certainly spend more for something fancier, but odds are they won't be more effective or last as long. You will be amazed at the difference that such a minimal accessory can make in keeping your forefoot areas dry and warm in early shoulder season conditions, plus the 3mm thick Sportful ProRace Toe Cover is easy to take off and suff into a backpocket if conditions improve throughout the ride. The same goes for putting them on in the opposite scenario.