Are you wondering what to get your favorite cyclist for the holidays this year?
We've got you covered. Below are our favorite gifts for cyclists in your life.
The Stand by Bici may very well be the best cycling Holiday gift of 2020. It’s innovative and solves a problem cyclists have that no other product on the market can solve. The sleek design, cost, and effectiveness make it our top product pick for cyclists.
The Stand is an invisible portable bike stand that allows you to get photos of your prized bike at any angle, against any backdrop. A cycling photography must-have, the Stand securely supports your bike in seconds. As cyclists, we want to get unobstructed photos of our bike. With the Stand we don’t have to ruin pictures using walls, sticks, helmets, or guard rails to prop up our bike or waste time with photoshop.
The Stand is currently available in 2 sizes - compact and pro versions.
1) Assos Women's Winter Bib Tights ($219)
Gift her with a winter essential for her cycling wardrobe. Ideal for those frigid winter rides providing full coverage that is highly insulating and water-repellent. This fabric ensures your pelvis and legs stay shielded from biting winds and cold air, while the backs of the legs are made up of RX Light for added breathability in this high-flex zone. The fabric panels flex with each pedal stroke, as they're both pre-shaped and sewn to fully wrap and support the upper leg muscles, knees, and calves while in motion. The insert features 8mm of plush memory foam for dependable comfort on every ride.
2) Assos Men's Winter Bib Tights ($219)
Give the gift of warmth with this winter essential for his cycling wardrobe. Full-length coverage, flexible insulation, and memory foam insert ensure comfortable support in challenging winter riding conditions.
According to CyclingWeekly.com “From a fit point of view the Mille GT bibtights are quite simply perfect. Each panel has been cut in such a way as to almost make the tights disappear when in the riding position and to offer no restriction of movement whilst in the saddle.”
3) Wireless Powerbeats Pro earphones ($199.95)
Totally wireless earphones built for movement. Adjustable, secure-fit earhooks stay in place so you can train while listening to music that motivates you or the latest podcast. Sweat a water resistant keeping up with you no matter where your ride takes you. Up to 9 hours of listening time for those really long training days. This is an amazing gift of music, movement, entertainment for your favorite cyclist.
4) RCC 12 month membership ($100)
Gift your favorite cyclist an annual membership to the Rapha Cycling Club, a global community of passionate, active cyclists with exclusive access to products, experiences and offers. As well as riding together, creating memories and forging friendships around the world, members share a love of cycling and Rapha’s mission to help make it the most popular sport in the world. They are connected by our members-only app, allowing each local community to plan rides, meet each other and share the best of each location.
The club is supported by a global network of 21 Clubhouses that house an extensive bike-hire fleet so you are never without a ride when exploring new destinations. Together with a network of partner cafés, Clubhouses provide meeting points for rides, of which there are hundreds each week in over sixty locations worldwide. Often led by Ride Leaders armed with local knowledge of the best roads and trails, this is what makes the RCC your key to unlocking a world of riding opportunities.
5) Castelli Spettacolo ROS Glove Men's Winter Gloves ($89.99)
A good pair of winter gloves is a winter essential for a cyclist's wardrobe. These gloves are the ultimate for long rides in cool to cold conditions, the Spettacolo RoS offers warmth, comfort and splash protection with easy on/off zip construction. Pair these gloves with a Bici Shield to protect your hands from freezing wind chill that often cuts your ride short.
6) The Shield by Bici ($30)
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With The Shield installed, you will never have cold hands again while cycling. The Shield attaches to your brake levers in seconds, diverting wind and cold from your hands and allowing you to keep riding comfortably throughout the colder months. Recommended for use with winter cycling gloves to vastly increase your comfort during cold rides.
The Shield is currently available in (4) models, tailor made for the most popular shifter setups.
7) S-Tubo Road-700C Tubolito ($37.90)
Lightest, smallest, strongest, fastest innertube. Not your normal tube, super lightweight innertubes for your bike weighing 23g. With 78% smaller packed size and the same puncture resistance as standard tubes the S-Tubo-Road is the perfect choice as a spare and can fit easily in your jersey.
8) Rapha Coffee Cup that fits in a bottle cage ($30)
Cycling and coffee go hand in hand. Rapha has collaborated with Frank Green to create a reusable coffee cup that sits conveniently in your bottle cage for a caffeine boost on the move. The cup features a smart one-handed push button that seals the lid and secure screw-down top to save you from spills. The interior is resistant to stains and odours while a double walled outer layer keeps your coffee hot for longer.
9) Ostroy Water Bottle + Socks Combo ($24.30)
Pretty Okay at Bikes Socks and Water Bottle combo is a great gift for the stylish cyclist in your life. Gift these cycling staples with personality to anyone that appreciates style and performance. Designed in NYC and Made in Italy.
10) Fendor Bendor Regular X BicycleCrumbs ($21)
A limited edition mudguard by Ass Savers designed by Bicycle Crumbs to keep you dry in wet conditions. Will keep you dry and seen and mount on your bike in seconds. Practical and stylish stocking stuffer.
11) Lightweight Rapha Snood ($20)
Created to keep body heat in and cold air out, the lightweight snood is a staple in your winter wardrobe. Can be used as a neck warmer or pulled up over your nose and ears to keep you warm and comfortable training in cold weather. Made with PrimaLoft®, an insulating, high-performance thermal yarn.
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Riding your bike in the colder winter months can be hard especially when it’s cold, wet, windy, and dark, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth it.
Training throughout the winter is an excellent way to maintain your base fitness level and stay in shape, while also preparing you to be stronger for the warmer months.
The top 5 benefits of cycling year round to help motivate you to get outside:
For those of us that live in areas that face cold weather and wind chill when riding in temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s worth investing in all the right gear whether it’s a winter jacket or a pair of overshoes to ensure we can keep up with our hobby year round.
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/best-winter-cycling-clothing-a-buyers-guide/
Despite investing in all the best cold weather cycling gear, Bici Shield inventor found that he would have to stop riding midpoint because of freezing fingertips making the ride unbearable. As a result, the Bici Shield was Invented. It’s a lightweight shield that is the perfect addition to winter cycling gloves to divert freezing wind chill from your hands. The Shield is to winter cycling gloves what Shoe Covers are to cycling shoes.
With cold hands removed as a convenient excuse for why you can’t train during the winter months, our hope is that The Shield will help you stay in peak condition year round; going into the next season with a newfound leg up on your competition.
Best new winter cycling product.
The Shield is a must-have cycling gadget for cold weather riding. This easy to install accessory serves as an added barrier against the wind chill and moisture, taking your winter riding comfort to a level never before possible. The Shield is the first of its kind, innovative and solves a problem cyclists have that no other product on the market can solve. The sleek design, cost, and effectiveness against protecting hands from freezing wind chill make it a must-have cycling gadget.
Whether you bought an ass saver to protect yourself on your own rides or you bought it for the cyclist in your life as a Holiday or birthday gift, this cycling gadget definitely earns a mention on the best gifts for cyclists list.
For those of you who do not own a bicycle or who are just getting into cycling, the ass saver is a bike fender that attaches to the saddle of a bicycle and is designed to shield a rider’s rear end from the inevitable mud splatters commonly encountered in wet riding conditions.
Hiding under the seat of a bicycle until it’s needed, ass savers can deploy quickly and easily when riding conditions take a turn for the wet. Compatible with almost every standard rail saddle, the ass saver is a great piece of gear to add to your protective arsenal.
This bike gadget comes in multiple sizes and a wide variety of colors and patterns; aiming to satisfy the tastes of the most unique and discerning cycling enthusiasts.
From the 4th generation flip tip to the tried and true foldable Fendor Bendor and Mudder front fender, there is literally an ass saver for every taste and need. And with a starting price of around $14 USD, this innovative item makes the list of must have cycling rain gear with ease.
In fact, with a price that low, ass savers probably also earns a place on most essential biking gear lists in general.
Wondering what the next hottest cycling gear of 2019 will be?
Look no further than the Bici Shield.
While lesser-known than the ass saver, the Shield is quickly earning a reputation in the cycling community as a 2019 must-have bicycle gadget. And with the 2019 Holiday season just around the corner, it is also rightfully earning a top spot on most lists of the best gifts for cyclists.
If you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the bike enthusiast in your life, look no further than the Bici Shield.
This must have piece of cold weather riding gear is sleek, lightweight, and attaches to Shimano and SRAM brake levers seconds.
Designed to divert wind and rain away from your hands while you’re cycling, the Shield is the cold weather riding accessory you are looking for if you’re serious about cycling.
Offered in 4 different models (with more to come soon) installing these wind guards is as easy as snapping them into place and hitting the road.
As of November 2019, the shield is currently available for bikes equipped with the following shifter setups:
While they are portable and lightweight enough to fit in your jersey, Bici Shields are designed in such a way that they can be used year round without requiring a rider to make any sacrifices in usability.
When properly installed, The Shield will not interfere with braking, shifting, or the handlebars of your bicycle in any way.
If you’re tired of cold hands and numb fingers while riding your bike in wind chill, you need the Shield.
Shield inventor and Bici co-founder Matt Gontier tried nearly every pair of gloves under the sun, from those designed specifically for cycling to those designed to maximize warmth.
While each pair of cycling gloves came with its own unique challenges and shortcomings, the bulk majority of pairs he tried fell short in one of two areas:
Fed up with numb fingers and winter rides being cut short, Matt knew there had to be a better way.
After spending countless nights at the drawing board, trying to come up with the best winter cycling glove, he came to the realization that to create the best cold weather hand protection for cycling he would need to think outside the box.
With the idea of creating a better glove behind him, Matt quickly realized the key to keeping hands warm while cycling would be found in attacking the problem at its roots.
To stop hands from getting cold during winter rides, he would need to address the very thing that was causing winter cyclists discomfort: the wind.
And just like that, The Shield was born. Rather than try to strike the impossible balance between warm and usable gloves, Matt went straight to the root of the issue and got to work designing a barrier to stop the wind from ever reaching his hands in the first place.
With the prototype Shield attached to the handlebars of his giant road bike, Matt discovered he barely needed gloves at all anymore.
While he still prefers and recommends Shield owners to use his invention in tandem with a good pair of cycling gloves, his new cycling gadget all but eliminates the need for gloves altogether.
With cold hands removed as the most convenient excuse for why you can’t train during the winter months, our hope is that The Shield will help you stay in peak condition year round; going into the next season with a newfound leg up on your competition.
Even if you are just a cycling hobbyist who loves bike gadgets, The Shield’s affordable price and outstanding value makes it a no-brainer for people of all skill levels.
At $30 for a pair of Shields, this new bike gadget is an upgrade you can’t afford to live without.
Stop letting cold weather act as an excuse for not riding. Get your Shield today.
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In the following sections, we will list our favorite gifts for cyclists, in hopes of helping you make sure this Holiday is one to remember.
The Shield by Bici may very well be the best cycling Holiday gift of 2019. It’s innovative and solves a problem cyclists have that no other product on the market can solve. The sleek design, cost, and effectiveness make it our top product pick for cyclists.
With The Shield installed, you will never have cold hands again while cycling. The Shield attaches to your brake levers in seconds, diverting wind and cold from your hands and allowing you to keep riding comfortably throughout the colder months.
The Shield is currently available in (4) models, tailor made for the most popular shifter setups.
1) Pearl Izumi Men’s Select Escape Thermal Cycling Bib ($93.75) https://www.pearlizumi.com/US/en/shop/men/pants-tights/pants/road/mens_select_escape_thermal_cycling_bib_tight/p/11111719
This thermal mid-weight bib tight helps keep a cyclist warm on those winter rides, making it a great gift for the holidays.
Featuring Pearl's propriety Select Escape Chamois, the Izuimi Select Escape is also chafe free and super comfortable..
2) GripGrab Artic Waterproof Deep Winter Shoe Cover ($77)
https://www.gripgrab.com/products/arctic
Perfect for cold weather rides, GripGrab Deep Winter Shoe covers are made from waterproof neoprene with a hollow lining for insulation. This gift comes in black and Hi-Vis Yellow colors and for both road and off-road riding.
Featuring GripGrab's proprietary IntelliSeal technology, The Artic is one of the most durable and effective shoe covers available today.
3) Sealskinz Waterproof Cold Weather Mid Length Sock with Hydrostop ($52.50)
https://www.sealskinzusa.com/
Sealskinz are one of the best pairs of socks for cycling and a perfect cycling accessory.
Sealskinz 100% waterproof socks keep your feet warm and cozy, yet are also extremely breathable. Handmade and hand-tested for waterproofness in the UK, this is the sock that will keep you comfortable during the sudden rain storm, the muddy puddle, or even the occasional stream crossing.
Ideal for colder conditions where warmth is of the essence, this gift will keep you warm, dry and stay put on your leg.
Sealskinz aren't just a great gift for a cyclist, they are a great gift for anyone who values comfort in the cold.
4) Rapha Long Sleeve Core Jersey ($100)
https://www.rapha.cc/us/en_US/shop/long-sleeve-core-jersey/product/COL01XXANF
Rapha makes some of the most stylish and popular cycling apparel around.
With designs for both men and women, their jerseys are famous for being both comfortable and effective.
Not only does the Long Sleeve Core Jersey come lined with a fleecy brushed inner to keep you warm, it is also designed to fit a cyclist perfectly in a road-bike position.
5) NiteRider Lumina 900 ($59.99)
https://www.niterider.com/product/6784-lumina-micro-650/
If the enthusiast in your life uses their bike to commute, a good light is a must-have accessory.
Not only does a solid bike light help keep a rider safe by making them more visable to cars, pedestrians and other cyclists, it also illuminates the road well enough to help them avoid hidden obstacles.
this is listed at $59.99 so had to remove this sentence and move to under $100 sectionWhen it comes to the best bike light under $50, the NiteRider Lumina Micro 650 is always on the list.
This mini version of the class-leading Lumina 1100 pumps out an impressive 650 lumens of light – more than enough to make sure a cyclist is both visible and able to see well in even the darkest conditions.
Featuring a widespread beam and (4) different modes, the Lumina Micro 650 is as versatile as it is capable.
This gift is both water and dust resistant and can be mounted to either a helmet or standard 35mm handlebars quickly and easily.
The Micro 650 has a built-in rechargeable battery that can be charged with any standard USB cable, helping to ensure you never get caught in the dark on a ride again!
6) Ratchet Rocket Lite DX Tool Kit ($34.95)
https://www.topeak.com/global/en/products/mini-tools/1075-ratchet-rocket-lite-dx
For those looking for a full on tool kit that will still fit in a small pack or bag, look no further than the Topeak Rocket Lite DX kit.
This robust tool set can help a cyclist tackle 19 bike maintenance functions on the go and fits inside a small ergonomic tool pouch for easy storage and organization.
Featuring a fine tooth ratchet mechanism with reverse lever and thumb wheel with Nano TorqBits for ease and torque accuracy in tight spots, the Rocket Lite DX kit also comes with a magnetic bit holder, hardened 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8mm hexes, T10, T15, T25 Torx® bits, #2 Phillips bits, and two engineering grade polymer tire levers.
7) Assos Armwarmer EV07 ($49)
A must-have cycling accessory for cold weather conditions, these Assos Armwarmer EV07s are small enough to fit in your pocket, but warm enough to keep you comfortable on the most bitter winter morning rides.
With their integrated proprietary thermal, elastic, and breathable RX Light fabric, these vital pieces of riding apparel will keep you warm without the risk of overheating.
8) I-Beam Mini Fold Up Multi-Tool ($26.95)
https://www.parktool.com/product/i-beam-mini-fold-up-with-chain-tool-ib-
We’ve all been there. You’re in the middle of a great ride, or on the cusp of breaking your PR on a circuit and something breaks.
No matter what the malfunction ends up being, this handy multitool from Park Tool has you covered. Complete with a built-in tire lever, flat blade screwdriver, 8mm box wrench, two spoke wrenches, (8) sizes of hex wrenches, a T25 torx bit, and a 5-12 speed chain tool, the I-Beam has you covered.
At just 90mm x 40mm, this cycling multi tool can easily fit into the smallest pack or saddle bag and give the cyclist in your life the peace of mind of knowing an equipment failure will never ruin their ride again.
9) Soma Ensho Saddle in Blue or Red ($29.99)
https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/product/soma-saddle-ensho-4343?search=saddle
No list of Christmas gifts for cyclists would be complete without an aftermarket saddle.
Installing an aftermarket saddle on a bike can help give it a personal style that simply can’t be achieved without one.
That said, with so many options to choose from, finding an aftermarket saddle for the cycling enthusiast in your life can be overwhelming. While many of the available leather saddle options are much pricier than $50, the Soma Ensho can usually be found just under budget.
While this saddle typically lists at $58, there are currently two colors available on Soma’s website for under $30!
Weighing in at an ultralight 290 grams, this saddle features CrMo rails and superlight padding. As an added bonus, it’s also available in synthetic leather trim, making sure you’re covered if your favorite cyclist is a vegan.
10) Lezyne Pod Caddy QR ($29.99)
https://ride.lezyne.com/collections/organizers-caddys/products/1-sb-pcaddy-v1m04
For those torn between the usefulness of a great saddle bag and their tendency to ruin a bicylce's aesthetic appeal, look no further than the Lezny Pod Cady.
This sleek, modern saddlebag is rail mounted to the frame and features a hardshell case lined with molded EVA foam and wrapped in a durable woven nylon cover.
Perfect for carrying tools, extra tubes, your phone, wallet, supplements, and more the Lenzy Pod Cady will change your rides for the better.
11) Giro Vasona MIPS ($39.50)
https://www.bicyclebuys.com/giro-women%E2%80%99s-vasona-mips-helmet-black-floral-daze/GIWVAM-NPB8
Every avid cyclist needs a good helmet. While a solid lid for a competitive rider can easily top $100, the Giro Vasona MIPS helmet is a worthy competitor at any price point.
And at a current sale price of $37 for select colors, there are very few helmets that offer this level of quality at a price point under $40.
Equipped a removable visor and 22 cooling vents, this helmet also features class-leading proprietary Giro MIPS technology, making it one of the safest and lightest bicycle helmets available at any price point.
Short for Multi-Directional Impact Protection System, MIPS can redirect energy and provide more protection in certain impacts, giving you the latest in head protection on the road or trail.
It’s important to note that this helmet usually retails at $60, so you should make sure to pick yours up sooner than later.
12) Shimano SH-ME3 ($36)
https://www.6pm.com/p/shimano-sh-me3-black-orange/product/8936246/color/2294
Perhaps the craziest deal of any of the gifts mentioned on this list, the Shimano SH-ME3 cycling shoes typically retail around a price of $120.
While these shoes are designed for Shimano cleats, they work with a number of other brands and are widely-considered one of the best shoes available for trail riding.
Like the Giro Vasona mentioned above, these will not last long at this price.
13) Evans Classic Ls Cycling Jersey ($39)
https://garneau.com/us_en/evans-classic-ls-cycling-jersey-1023451
The Evans Classic LS jersey is a steal at $39.
Typically retailing at $79.99, this stylish piece of bike apparel features some impressive technical features. With a full-length front zip and Icefil technology, it is both easy to get in and out of and better at regulating your body temperature than most other options under $40.
This jersey also features an integrated rear pouch to hold your phone or mp3 player and reflective accents on both the front and rear to increase rider visibility in low-light conditions.
Like the Bici Shield, the Evans Classic LS Jersey is a great way to keep warm on those winter rides, making it a perfect Christmas gift for any cyclist.
14) Z Lok Combo ($25)
https://www.hiplok.com/product/zlokcombo1/
If the cyclist in your life is an urban rider, the Z Lok by hiplok is a great solution for bike security.
This lightweight, aesthetically-pleasing bike lock is modeled after a ziptie with a unique cinch lock that makes securing a bike a breeze.
Small enough to fit in a jersey pocket, but strong enough to hold up, the Z Lok is a great gift for any bicycle enthusiast.
15) UnTapped Lemon Tea Mapleaid ($15.95)
https://untapped.cc/lemon-tea-mapleaid/
Loaded with essential electrolytes, amino acids, antioxidants and just enough caffeine to get a workout kickstarted, Slopeside Syrup’s Untapped Lemon Tea is the perfect gift for a cyclist who is serious about training.
What started as a passion project of pro cyclist Ted King quickly evolved into a natural endurance fuel that’s perfect for cycling.
16) Camelbak Podium 24oz Bottle ($10)
https://www.camelbak.com/podium-bottle
While the Camelbak Podium is a far reach from some of the more entrepreneurial offerings on this list, it’s a great gift for a bike enthusiast nonetheless.
This 24 oz water bottle features a new design with a self-sealing cap; eliminating the potential for pesky leaks and the need to use teeth to open and close it.
At $10, the Podium is a great gift for a cyclist at any level.
17) Aero Tech Classic Thermal Leg Warmers ($19)
https://www.aerotechdesigns.com/classic-leg-warmer.html
Like the Bici Shield, the Aero Tech Classic Thermal Leg Warmers are definitely a winter cycling essential.
For those serious about riding, these leggings will help keep their legs insulated and warm as they ride in cold weather.
At $19 a pair, these leg warmers are another great budget gift option.
18) Finish Line Super Bike Wash ($10.39)
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/finish-line-super-bike-wash/
At just over $10, this bike cleaner packs some great cleaning power at a solid price.
Great for garage queen bikes or cycling enthusiasts who like having their ride looking good, this non-corrosive, biodegradable compound is both earth-friendly and effective.
Super Bike Wash can remove dirt, clay, road grime, and more, leaving your bike factory fresh.
19) Continental Bike Tube ($8.29)
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-Bike-Tube-27-5-700
If you cycle regularly, the inevitability of getting a flat is undeniable.
At the end of the day, it’s really more an issue of if than when it comes to a tire puncture.
Whether you use the continental tube as a clever stocking stuffer or a standalone budget gift for a cyclist, continental makes a great product that can help get a rider back on the road in no time.
Preferred by champions and riders worldwide.
20) Ultimate Survival Technologies Tool A Long Bicycle Multitool ($9.95)
https://www.ustbrands.com/product/tool-a-long-bicycle/
This gift is great for enthusiasts both because it is shaped like a bicycle and that it can help a rider perform many routine bike maintenance tasks on the road.
Featuring a Philips screwdriver, flat head screw driver, pry tip, butterfly wrench, (5) hex heads, a ruler and cord cutter, this tool can easily fit in a riders jersey and end up saving the day when something breaks unexpectedly.
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