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Looking for a Christmas gift for the cyclist in your life? From the secret santa present perfect for the cycling mad colleague, to the best stocking fillers and more extravagant presents, we've rounded up the best gifts for those who like to train and explore on two wheels.
If you know a cyclist who likes to escape to the trails, whatever the weather, then this jacket from Rapha would be a superb gift. Windstopper tech keeps the wind out and it's water resistant so can deal with light rain and trail muck easily. It's designed for mountain biking so there's lots of room for movement in the cut, but it also works really nicely for gravel rides and those who don't want to be in lycra all the time.
A neck warmer/snood is an essential for cold weather riding and this one from Universal Colours not only does a great job of that, but it's called the Surplus Neck Warmer because it's made from leftover base layer material (Polartec nonetheless), so it fits in with the ethical approach that Universal Colours has towards all the products they make by reducing waste.
A classic beanie from a classic cycling brand, this Condor beanie comes in seven different colours and is a great 'off bike' option for anyone with a cold head (which is everyone, it's winter!).
If you know someone who is already a Zwift user with a treadmill and wants to maximise their use of the platform or someone looking for a great way to cross train over the winter, then the Zwift Hub is a fantastic gift. It's easy to set up, offers all the metrics to make Zwift a very useful training tool, is pretty quiet and great value (for what it is).
I wore these all last winter, which included some day-long rides in freezing temperatures and there was never a problem with cold fingers. Lacking the bulk of normal winter cycling gloves, dexterity on the brakes and gears is real plus of these gloves, even with the wind blocking shell deployed (it tucks away in a pocket on the back of the gloves when not in use). If you know someone who really feels the cold or suffers from Raynaud's, then these gloves could really change their cold weather cycling experience.
Sadly, the bike won't wash itself and this bundle from Muc-Off has everything that any bike rider really needs to keep everything clean and working properly.
Exposure Trace Pack - Trace MK2 and TraceR DayBright
Exposure Trace Pack - Trace MK2 and TraceR DayBright
A decent set of lights should be at the top of any list when it comes to gifts for cyclists and this exposure set, though a bit more expensive, won't let you down (as long as you remember to charge them). Neat, lightweight but tough, they're a great gift.
A stocking filler that'll get used on Christmas day, this bottle opener from Park Tool (with it's distinctive blue handle) might well be the one tool missing from the shed and a crucial one it is too!
For any devote Campag fans out there (and they are devote), this shifter keyring is going to be an absolute must-have.
This chest strap features both ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity. It can also store up to 16 hours of data for future download and analysis, should you go for a ride without your computer. We have no complaints with the soft, adjustable strap.
If the cyclist in your life is likely to get a ride in before Christmas lunch, then this base layer as a gift could be immediately useful. Doing a great job of wicking sweat away from the skin, at £25 it out performed other we had on test that cost twice the price.
A Christmas gift that will keep on yielding, the tyre boot kit comes into its own when times get dire and that's what makes it such a great stocking filler.
The kit features eight patches of thin, durable and tear-resistant Hypalon and a tube of glue. These patches are designed to covering sidewall and tread tears on any tubed tyre, meaning you can fix it mid-ride and get home!
Wahoo Fitness Wahoo RPM Speed and Cadence Sensors
Wahoo Fitness Wahoo RPM Speed and Cadence Sensors
Track your real-time cadence and speed with these handy sensors, which attaches easily to your bike and syncs up via Bluetooth to your iPhone, Android phone, or cycling computer. It’s also compatible with indoor workout programs like Zwift and TrainerRoad.
While everyone else waits for their smart trainer to arrive, you can keep riding on these rollers from Tacx. Yes, they take a bit more skill to master but they'll make you a better cyclist and don't cost the earth. Paired with speed and cadence sensors, you'll be able to Zwift with everyone else.
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Updated: 14 December 2022