Gift guide: bike & cycling gifts for all types of riders
The bike industry has seen some struggles from a business standpoint, recovering from the pandemic boom and supply chain issues, however, consumers remain dedicated. Heading into the holiday season, we see inventory and sales levels beginning to normalize. Keeping our eyes on consumers, we see some segments like bikepacking that show no sign of slowing down, with search volume up 20% compared to last year. Even categories that saw the biggest booms, like ebikes, are stable or showing small increases in search volume. All of this is to say that consumers are still searching for biking gear at record levels. So, with this continued momentum, we know there are a lot of folks out there looking for the best gifts in cycling, and these our top picks.
Our favorite cycling gifts
Yakima StageTwo
The StageTwo is Yakima’s premium hitch bike rack, built to carry your valuable steeds anywhere you need to go, securely and in style. From road to mountain and kids to fat bikes the StrongArm hook quickly secures your bike. The stadium seating tiered architecture increases ground clearance on rutted trails or steep driveways. While the offset tray design further minimizes bike to bike interference and maximizes functionality. The Tool-free locking SpeedKnob™ 2.0 makes install easier than ever, and the forward-facing remote tilt lever means fast access to the rear of your vehicle and integrated locking cables, combined with the ability to add your own lock, provide serious security.
MSRP: $849
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No, available on evo & Backcountry
MSR TrailShot
Clean water all day—without the weight. Designed to hide in stash pockets and deploy quickly, this tiny water filter lets you drink directly from sources along the trail for instant hydration, and fill your vessels with clean water. Easy one-handed operation filters one liter in a mere 60 seconds, so you can get back on the trail quickly and moving again. At just 142 g (5 oz.), the TrailShot water filter is the ultimate filter for fast-paced, high-mileage adventurers, like trail runners, hikers, fast-packers, and mountain bikers.
MSRP: $63
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes
ROLL Recovery R8 Plus
Introducing the R8 Plus. We’ve taken everything we’ve learned over the years and designed the next evolution of R8. Dial in the perfect amount of deep tissue massage force with the adjustment dial. With a Patented integrated mechanism hidden in the frame we designed the R8 Plus to be easy to use, reliable, and built with the highest quality of materials. Use the adjustment dial to reduce or increase the force as needed for the perfect feel. An FDA Registered Medical Device, the R8 Plus targets the IT-bands, quads, hamstrings, calves, shins, gluteus, arms and more. It takes the work out of rolling and is compact enough to take anywhere.
MSRP: $169
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Race Entry - Life Time Athletic Events
From Unbound Gravel to the Leadville Trail 100 MTB, Life Time has a huge roster of some of the biggest cycling events on the calendar. Dates and locations span the calendar and the United States.
MSRP: Varies
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Chamois Butt'r Ultra Balm
This versatile balm is made for the most demanding conditions (think your longest rides or the wettest, hottest conditions). Our founder, Steve Mathews, originally made this product for himself to fill a need for longer distances, to be longer lasting than our creams so he didn't need to reapply as much, AND be easier to carry than an 8 oz tube of Butt'r.
MSRP: $29.99
Available on Amazon? Yes
ROLL Recovery R1 Massage Gun
Introducing the R1™ Percussion Device. Developed using feedback from elite and professional athletes, the R1 was designed with four key elements: compact and powerful, exceptionally quiet operation, over 7-hours of battery life, and built with the highest quality of materials.
The R1™ operates with 40W of power (50W max power), has 4-speed settings, 4-unique attachment heads and is packaged in a beautiful, aircraft-grade aluminum anodized body for long lasting durability. Charging the Lithium Ion battery is accomplished with a USB-C charger (included). It looks just as good as it works and will be an asset in your recovery arsenal.
MSRP: $129
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Gregory Tempo & Pace Collection
The new Tempo H20 and women’s Pace H20 push the boundaries of standard hydration pack design with an insulated hydration compartment meant for long and hot days on the trail. Designed to keep water colder longer, the integrated hydration compartment combines a vapor-barrier liner with reflective, closed-cell insulation that traps cold air to keep water cold for up to four hours, two times longer than a standard hydration pack. The packs come equipped with Gregory’s 3D Hydro Reservoir which easily clips into the pack via the speedclip reservoir attachment. The quick disconnect on the reservoir hose makes refilling it a breeze and the three-dimensional shape allows it to dry quicker and cleaner than similar reservoirs. The breathable 3D foam back panel fits snugly to your back while still providing enough airflow to keep you comfortable. The perforated, breathable shoulder harness and integrated magnetic sternum strap provide additional breathability and quick attachment for the reservoir bite valve. The 6L Tempo H20 and women’s Pace H20 also comes with an interior stash pocket and front stretch-mesh pocket to keep trail essentials organized.
MSRP: Tempo H20 and Pace H20 3L - $99.95 I Tempo H20 and Pace H20 6L - $119.95
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes
Tailwind Nutrition Active Hydration
A balanced blend of electrolytes, collagen, vitiman C, and refreshment. Active Hydration is a refreshing way to stay hydrated during workouts. Clean, light flavors with electrolytes, collagen, and Vitamin C to support your active lifestyle and put a smile on your face!
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Outdoor Research Men’s and Women's Ferrosi Hoodie
Thanks to its huge range of versatility, the Ferrosi Hoodie is a longtime favorite in the Outdoor Research line. This year, the popular nylon/spandex softshell gets an updated fabric with improved stretch and recovery, increased durability, and a slight style update. Its bluesign-approved fabric is also now 46-percent recycled. One of the lightest-weight and most versatile softshells on the market, the Ferrosi has earned its reputation as a key layer in any season. The hoodie also gets a new hood-clip feature that holds down excess hood fabric during high-intensity activities. Men’s and women’s, and also available this season in men’s and women’s Extended sizing and women’s Plus sizing.
MSRP: $129
Available on Amazon? No
Yakima HangTight
The HangTight is designed for versatility, built to handle adventures of all sorts, and won’t blink at any bike from kids, to fat bikes, to road, to mountain bikes and everything in between. That’s the deal you get with HangTight, vertical carry capacity with all-your-bike versatility. HangTight has fully padded cradles that support each bike by the handlebars, to serve up a shuttle-ready blend of stability and ease of use. The HangTight will get your bikes to the ride and back home safely no matter if your crew is a mix of all-mountain shredders or simply a family headed out for two-wheeled exploration.
MSRP: HangTight 4 $899, HangTight 6 $1,099
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Recco Helmet Reflector
Designed to attach to helmets used for skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing or any other outdoor activity. A Recco reflector is a small, band-aid sized, electronic transponder that weighs less than four grams. It is mounted to your helmet or to gear that is unlikely to be torn off in the event of an avalanche or outdoor summer accident.
MSRP: $31
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Tailwind Nutrition Start Kit
Tailwind’s Starter Kit is the perfect way to sample all Endurance Fuel and Recovery Mix flavors before committing to a larger bag. The single-serving stick packs are perfect for fueling and recovering wherever your adventure takes you.
MSRP: $29
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Platypus 1L SoftBottle
For over 20 years, its simple, lightweight and flexible design have made the SoftBottle™ a classic. Still the lightest and most compact bottle we make, the SoftBottle is your source for easy hydration whether tooling around the city, traveling, or hitting the trail.
MSRP: $9.95
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? Yes
Chamois Butt'r Original
Chamois Butt’r Original is a non-greasy skin lubricant developed by cyclists for use with all chamois. Chamois Butt’r lubricates, soothes, and softens the skin of all athletes who experience chafing. Apply Chamois Butt'r directly to skin or your chamois pad for immediate relief and comfortable miles on all of your adventures.
MSRP: $19.99 (8oz)
Available on Amazon? Yes
Brand has Affiliate Program? No
Sklar Bikes Super Something
Is it super? Is it something? The Super Something is ready for anything, an incredibly versatile platform here to handle all of your variable road and terrain needs. This bike will be really fun in a variety of setup and is designed to grow and change along with your riding style.
MSRP: $1,599.00
Available on Amazon? No
Brand has Affiliate Program? No