Best bike deals May 2022 – big discounts on Garmin, Wahoo, Giro, Castelli, Gore and more
We've handpicked the best deals on power meters, cycle computers, tyres and clothing to get your spring off to a great start
We’ve been searching the virtual aisles, looking for the best sales on cycling kit. As ever, these deals have been selected by Cycling Weekly's knowledgeable and experienced tech team. So rest assured that there isn't anything here that we wouldn't use ourselves.
If you're interested in where these products stack up against their competition, we've got a whole raft of guides covering the best road and gravel bikes, the best turbo trainers and head units, the best sunglasses and shoes – and pretty much every other bike-related category you would wish peruse.
If you want to keep an eye on the deals yourself, or have something specific in mind then these are our favourite retailers for excellent products, deals and discounts.
Where are the best March bike sales in the US?
- ProBikeKit: Great for bike components and turbos. Save up to 40% on wheels
- REI.com: Huge range of outdoor kit and big savings on Spring kit and turbos
- Wiggle.com: Incredible value in-house brands: Vitus, Lifeline and dhb. New Spring kit has just dropped
- Amazon.com: Ideal for Smart Watches: Fitbit Inspire 2 is now 13% off.
- Mike's Bikes: Up to 75% discount on a range of Specialized clothing and tyres
- CompetitiveCyclist.com: Great sales on quality brands: 47% off GP5000 tyres
- JensonUSA.com: Get $250 back on a $2,500 spend on new bikes
Where are the best March sales in the UK?
- Amazon.co.uk: The retail giant is our go to for Smart Watches
- ProBikeKit: Our go to for wheels, tyres, clothing and power meters
- Wiggle.co.uk: Excellent in-house brands Vitus, Lifeline and dhb
- SigmaSports: 10% savings on helmet and shoes and clearance deals
- Tredz.co.uk: Great for fully built bikes: Boardman and Giant bikes in stock
- Rutland.co.uk: End of season clearance: Grab the last of the winter deals
Our top picks
Vitus Razor VR Sora
This bike is one of our strongest recommendations for its price point. The 9-speed drivetrain gives the same wide range as an 11-speed system, so you'll be covered for all the same climbs and descents.
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The disc brakes are mechanical, but the TRP Spyres are a notably good model, being easier to prevent rubbing than with hydraulics. Bear in mind that the stock pads and brake housing aren't the best – upgrading these will see a step change in their performance.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $1,199.99 $1,079.99
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £799.99 £719.99
4iiii Precision 105 R7000 Powermeter
One of the cheapest and easiest ways of getting power meter readings from a Shimano equipped bike is through a left hand power crank. If you have a couple of bikes, getting two of these would save you faff over one set of power pedals – and the price would be comparable too.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $338.49 $294.49
UK: View item at Tredz | £299.00 £249.00
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4iiii Precision Ultegra R8000 Powermeter
Otherwise, if you currently have an Ultegra crankset and want to keep things matching, that model has been given a reduction as well
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $455.10 $395.99
UK: View item at Tredz | £349.00 £280.99
Le Col Pro Cycling Bib Shorts Men's
Designed to offer pro-level performance and on-the-saddle comfort for long races and tough training sessions, these shorts are a great choice for both keen riders and avid racers.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $220.00 $177.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £160.00 £136.00
Endura Pro SL PrimaLoft Gilet II
It’s incredible how much of a difference keeping your core warm makes. For days with a big swing in temperatures, the insulated and windproof baffles will keep you toasty in the cold, but can be packed down into a jersey pocket when the sun comes out.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $164.99 $140.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £119.99 £98.00
Arguably the best value Garmin headunit out there. Matching the size of the 830, it treads the balance between visibility of the screen and not being too big.
The main area where it differs from the higher tier headunits is that it doesn’t have a touchscreen, but considering how much cheaper it is, that’s not a bad trade at all.
USA: View deal at Amazon | $299.99 $249.99
UK: View deal at Tredz | £259.99 £228.99
Laces are making something of a come-back for their range of adjustability and bombproof simplicity – to replace a lace is far easier than mending a Boa dial or Velcro strap. The simple construction also means more money can be invested in other parts of the shoe, such as the sole.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $90.00 $64.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £85.00 £50.00
Continental GP 5000 clincher tyres twin pack
Continental’s flagship tyre is quick rolling, grippy with good puncture resistance. It strikes a pretty perfect balance of being fast without being fragile.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $163.49 $77.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £119.98 £67.99
Smith Flywheel ChromaPop Sunglasses
More than just a trend, large sunglasses do provide so tangible benefits. Pros use them to aid their poker face on long and challenging climbs, while everyday rides can appreciate how much more effective they are at keeping grit and flies from getting into your eyes.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $176.99 $80.49
UK: View deal at BikeInn | £103.29 £89.49
Le Col Women's Pro Cycling Bib Shorts
Top quality fabrics are used to provide high breathability and a figure conforming fit. The time proven Pro Dolomiti Chamois has been selected for optimal comfort, whether that be on a long ride or hard race.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $220.00 $125.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £160.00 £96.00
Bike deals
(Daniel Gould)
Rondo Hvrt CF 2 road bike
On the face of it, this might look like just another carbon aero bike, but the Hvrt CF 2 has a pretty neat trick up its sleeve. Although the clearances for 700c wheels go up to just 30mm, swap in a set of 650b hoops and you can be rolling with 47mm.
It's essentially two bikes in one – an aero road bike and a capable gravel bike. The Shimano 105 groupset lends itself pretty neatly to either discipline with its powerful hydraulic disc brakes and smooth shifting. However the gearing is definitely more road oriented, so you might want to swap out the chainrings and cassette.
USA: View item at Mike's bikes | $4,299.99
UK: View deal at Sigma Sports | £3,699.00 £2,959.00
Fuji Jari Carbon 1.1 Gravel Bike
Equipped with Shimano’s excellent 2x11 GRX groupset, the hydraulic disc brakes deliver assured stopping, while the jumps between the gears are kept relatively tight. The DT Swiss G1800 wheels may lack some of the bells and whistles of the higher tier options, but they are pretty bombproof nevertheless.
With all the bottle bosses you could possible dream of bedecking the down tube, seat tube and fork legs, the Jari is more than ready for a multiday trip
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $3,999.99 $3,406.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £3,499.99 £2,619.99
Vitus Vitesse EVO CR eTap
We were really impressed by Vitus' updated Vitesse frame when we had one in on test. Lightweight and responsive, it punched well above its modest price tag. This build comes with SRAM's Rival AXS 12-speed electronic shifting groupset and hydraulic disc brakes.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $4,199.99 $3,779.99
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £3,199.99 £2,879.99
Co-op Cycles REV 12 Kids' Balance Bike
A balance bike is a much better first ride than anything with stabilisers, as it gets kids used to the sensation of staying upright on two wheels – making the transition to cranks and pedals much quicker and easier.
This model is designed for children aged 2+ and weighing less than 60 lbs.
USA: View deal at REI | $139.00 $110.93
Public Bikes R18 Drop Bar
The R18 represents a tasteful elision of classic styling and functionality with modern ease of use.
The frame is a robust chromoly/4130 steel with easy-to-access external cable routing and cheap-to-maintain rim brakes. Topping things off are the silver polished alloy fenders.
But of the modern, the integrated shift-brake levers make changing gear the breeze we've come to expect –and while the A-headset might not light up your ride on a day-to-day basis, you will be thankful should you wish to adjust the stack height or swap in a different stem.
USA: View deal at Mike's Bikes | $1,100.00 $999.99
Fuji Jari 1.3 Gravel Bike
Bedecked in a plethora of mounts – and with fully mechanical SRAM shifting – this is a gravel bike suited to the rigours of long distance bikepacking.
The way that robust simplicity lends itself to trailside fixability can be a much more desirable feature than the flashiness of electronic and hydraulic equivalents.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $2,095.00 $1,605.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £1,649.99 £1,234.99
Orbea Gain M20 e-bike
The Orbea Gain is part of that new bread of e-bikes with smaller batteries and motors. At first glance, it's almost indistinguishable from its non-electric cousins and the level of assistance is intended to complement your ride, rather than detract from your effort.
The idea is more to level the playing field with those who have more time for training – opening up longer rides and bigger climbs and generally exploring further.
USA: View deal at Jenson USA | $5,999.00 $4,199.00
UK: View deal at Tredz | £4,399.00 £3,959.00
Men's clothing
(Daniel Gould)
Castelli Transition 2 Jacket
Designed, as the name would suggest, for the transitional seasons between full summer and deep winter, this jacket is designed to provide some resistance from cold winds, but without the full on bulk of a dedicated winter jacket.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $189.99 $134.95
UK: View deal at Tredz | £195.00 £139.99
Castelli Free Protect Race Bib Short - Men's
There are two conflicting demands when it comes to race shorts. On the one hand, you want something that is lightweight, cool and comfortable, but on the other, you want something that will offer a bit of protection should you accidently end up pushing past your limits.
By working with pro riders like Chris Froome, that’s just what Castelli has done – created a short which has high enough performance for racing, but is still robust enough to withstand a crash.
UK: View item at Wiggle | Was £200.00, now £99.00
Castelli Velocissimo Elite Jacket
Able to fend off a shower, but still breathable enough for putting in hard efforts, the Velocissimo Elite jacket makes the deciding what to wear for winter riding a significantly easier mental exercise.
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £190.00 £95.00
Pearl Izumi P.R.O Pursuit Thermal Cycling Bib Tight
For cold and winy riding, Pearl Izumi’s thermal bib tights combines serious weather protection with a 4-way stretch fabric, making for a go-to choice when riding in tough conditions.
USA: View deal at REI | $170.00 $109.73
UK: View deal at Cycle Store | £149.99 £59.99
Santini Guard Nimbus Rain Jacket
Designed to be close fitting and highly breathable, this is a rain jacket for working hard. Should the weather brighten up, it folds into its own zippered pocket and is easily small enough to fit in a jersey pocket.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $216.49 $151.99
UK: View item at Santini | £104.30
GORE Wear C5 GORE-TEX Active Jacket
The ultimate jacket to get you through the worst of the wet and cold season. Boasting full waterproofing but breathable construction, a long dropped tail, and zippered rear pockets should be enough to keep you out on the bike when others are at home on the trainer.
USA: View deal at Competitive Cyclist | $220.00 $109.98
dhb Classic Thermal Bib Tights
dhb's clothing range continues to impress us with its blend of quality and relatively low cost. At this price point, you don't get the benefits of the highly technical fabrics and chamois more expensive models can offer – but you do get a stretchy, fleece-lined set of tights with a temperature rating of down to 41°F (5°C) in a package that's designed for rides up to three hours in length.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $90.00 $64.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £70.00 £50.00
Castelli Unlimited Short Sleeve Jersey - Men's
For more adventurous rides on gravel or road, this jersey is designed to keep you cool and be more resistant to snags on branches or brambles.
The rear pockets have been made a little larger to better accommodate extra layers and fuel.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $149.95 $109.97
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £100.00 £50.00
dhb Aeron Rain Defence Polartec Jacket
Combining a water-resistant outer with a fleece-backed lining, this will quickly become your go to jersey with its versatile application. More breathable than a traditional hardshell, you won’t think twice about wearing it in the dry. On those days where rain threatens, it’s more than capable of fending off a shower.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $190.00 $114.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £150.00 £90.00
dhb Aeron Lab Featherlight Short Sleeve Jersey - men's
Designed for challenging mountain conditions where you can go from sweating in the full sun, grinding slowing uphill, to blasting down the other side at high speed and in the rain.
At 95g in a size medium, it isn’t much heavier than Castelli’s indoor specific jersey at 81g. But even then, it is SPF 50 rated, has been given a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) treatment, the tight weave offers some wind resistance, while still being breathable and wicking.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $159.00 $62.20
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £120.00 £49.99
Specialized RBX Merino Jersey
Building on the platform of the original RBX jersey, this merino version promises to be just as comfortable, while also taking advantage of the wool’s thermo-regulative qualities and its odour resistance thanks to the anti-microbial properties.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $120.00 $84.00
Castelli Flusso Limited Edition Full-Zip Jersey - Men's
Designed for the hot days of summer, the emphasis here is on optimising for cooling airflow and quick drying.
Unlike a skintight race jersey, the Flusso is semi-fitted, providing a more airy feel – which is always appreciated when it’s hot and humid out.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | Was $99.95, now $69.98
Women's clothing
(Daniel Gould)
Santini Women's Coral Raggio Jacket
Combining a thermofleece lining with a 100 per cent windproof and highly rain resistant outer, winter layering is made a far simpler process – whether it’s dry and cold or wet and cool, this jacket will perform regardless.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $227.99 $83.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £165.00 £70.64
Sportful Women's Neo Softshell Jacket
The softshell fabric broadens the conditions this jacket can be worn in, being breathable enough for hard efforts in the dry, but offering enough water resistance to fend off showers.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $175.00 $83.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £140.00 £70.00
Endura Women's Pro SL Bibtight
As a Scottish brand, Endura know a thing or two about making bib tights that stand up to the cold and wet. A fleecy windproof fabric combined with a Durable Water Repellent finish on the front of the legs makes these a top choice for winter rides.
UK: View deal at Cycle Store | £169.99 £95.99
Giro Chrono Pro Alpha Women's Jacket
Part of the new breed of jackets that combine fleece windproof fabrics with water resistant coatings, making that a jacket that delivers optimal comfort in both the dry and wet.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $300.49 $163.00
With a pad from chamois experts, elastic interface, these shorts are rated for rides over seven hours in length. There’s more Italian influence, with the main body of the shorts being made from MITI’s Granfondo fabric and is designed to offer a secure, compressive fit, whilst still not being constrictive
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $100.00 $59.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £80.00 £49.99
Louis Garneau Equipe Bib Short - Women's
Designed for comfort on the longest rides, these shorts incorporate a chamois with gel inserts to help absorb harsh vibrations from rough surfaces.
The fabric of the legs is pre-shaped and features four-way stretch to better mould to your shape and provide a reassuringly supportive compression.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | Was $149.99, now $64.98
Endura Women's Pro SL PrimaLoft Gilet
Light, windproof and warm thanks to the synthetic insulation – which, unlike traditional down, can handle getting wet. Packing down to a small size, you’re not committed should the weather end up warmer than you thought.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $164.99 $140.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £119.99 £107.99
Sportful Giara Short-Sleeve Jersey - Women's
Constructed from high performance fabrics to be breathable and fast wicking, the Giara also incorporates a subtly stylish aesthetic – in contrast to some of the ‘bolder’ designs out there.
With a slim fit, Sportful says that this is suitable for everything from mountain roads to urban commutes.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | Was $114.95, now $29.95
UK: View item at PennineCycles | £80.00 £52.00
Specialized RBX Merino Jersey
Building on the platform of the original RBX jersey, this merino version promises to be just as comfortable, while also taking advantage of the wool’s thermo-regulative qualities and its odour resistance thanks to the anti-microbial properties.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $120.00 $79.95
dhb Aeron Lab Raceline Women's Short Sleeve Jersey
Designed for high intensity riding, the Raceline jersey benefits from lightweight, quick wicking fabrics and a dropped neck line for increased comfort when riding low on the drops.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $129.95 $51.97
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £110.00 £54.99
Helmets, shoes, glasses, etc.
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Shimano S-Phyre RC9T cycling shoe
Another product that's a particular favourite here at CW, earning almost a full five-star rating and a place in our Editor's Choice awards. The only thing holding them back was the relatively high list price – but this current discount has fully answered that.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $425.00 $234.98
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £319.99 £250.87
Sportful NoRain Arm Warmers
Perfect for quick and easy temperature regulation on the go.
The high breathability means these arm warmers don’t have to be kept just for rainy days – although you will be thankful for them if the weather does take a turn.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $46.99 $37.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £40.00 £28.50
Oakley Jawbreaker Prizm Road Sunglasses
Oakley’s Jawbreaker frame design quickly reached iconic status and its popularity hasn’t waned. Coupled with the excellent Prizm lens – which genuinely does make the colours pop – they make for a great set of sunglasses.
USA: View item at Wiggle | $234.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £185.00 £148.00
Pearl Izumi P.R.O Leader V4 Cycling shoes
These are Pearl Izumi's top of the range road shoes, boasting the stiffest, lightest and most breathable construction the brand has to offer. Two Boa IP1 dials allow for millimetre tension adjustment – both tighter and looser – to make getting the perfect fit a whole lot quicker and easier.
USA: View deal at REI | $350.00 $199.73
UK: View deal at CycleStore | £249.99 £109.99
Oakley’s mid range aero helmet is designed to provide an efficiency boost, while still retaining good ventilation.
A Boa FS-1 dial provides a reliable retention system to get the perfect fit.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $250.00 $118.73
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £249.00 £100.00
Northwave Jet 2 Road Shoes
An affordable entry into road cycling shoes. If you’ve not tried a set of proper cycling shoes before, now is a great time to try. The longer pedal stroke and increased foot support provide the holy grail of increased power output and injury prevention.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $87.49 $65.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £74.99 £52.49
Who said aero helmets have to be heavy? This one comes in at a feathery claim 190g and features an Advanced Air Channel System that should serve to keep you cool as well.
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £180.00 £69.99
Endura Pro SL Knee Warmers II
Knee warmers tend to get overlooked, but these people are missing a trick. These Endura ones deliver a surprising amount of insulation, that will keep you comfy well into the single digits.
But should the day take a warmer turn, they are so easy to remove – you don’t even have to take off your shoes!
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $52.70 $45.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £42.99 £34.39
GripGrab Primavera Merino Glove II
With a high content of Merino Wool (68%), this Danish brand’s gloves are highly breathable, lightly insulating and also touchscreen compatible.
A great lighter-weight option for when it’s too warm to wear winter gloves but still too cold to go bare.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $31.49 $26.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £26.95 £20.36
Sportful Reflex 2 Windstopper Booties
Using Gore’s Windstopper 4-Way Warm fabric, Sportful have designed these overshoes for ultimate warmth, with a temperature rating of down to -5°C/23°F. The flash of colour and reflectives also helps to boost visibility in low light conditions.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $60.00 $36.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £65.00 £27.50
Endura FS260-Pro Nemo Glove II
Combining a neoprene outer with a warm terry inner, these gloves are designed to provide insulating warmth in the foulest conditions. Touchscreen compatible fingers means they will also play well with your electronics.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $40.50 $30.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £32.99 £23.06
Santini Vega Gloves
Utilising Santini’s Blizzard Thermofleece fabric, these gloves as designed for the ultimate warmth. Reflective inserts increase visibility when signalling in low light conditions and it is also touch screen compatible.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $74.99 $18.49
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £55.00 £15.59
dhb Deep Winter FLT Glove
The Wiggle house brand dhb say that this waterproof and windproof glove uses hollow fill insulation to help trap air and provide a good level of insulation to keep hands comfortable in the coldest of riding conditions. Covered in reflective detailing makes this a great option for night or dull days.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $45.00 $27.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £35.00 £21.00
With an outsole from carbon specialists Easton and utilising Boa L6 closure dial, these shoes promise to keep your feet locked in place with great power transfer.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $215.99 $133.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £179.99 £103.71
Oakley Flight Jacket Sunglasses
Offering great optics, an unobstructed view and minimal heat build-up, we were impressed by these glasses when we had them on review. Don’t miss out now they’re on such a great discount.
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £212.00 £111.99
Gaerne Carbon Chrono+ SPD-SL Road Shoes
Scoring a full 12/12 on Gaerne’s stiffness scale, these shoes are designed for optimal power transfer and minimising watts lost to flex. The air ventilation system, integrated anti-slip heel cup, and Boa IP1 closure system is intended to provide a snug and comfortable fit.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $348.00 $180.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £289.99 £145.00
Altura NightVision 5 Waterproof Gloves
We highly rate the Altura NightVision range, finding it the best value kit, which feels made for dark commutes. These NightVision 5 gloves are made from fully water and wind proof fabric and are coated in a highly reflective print, meaning that hand signals on the bike stand out on dark night rides. Two colors and multiple sizes and now at less than half price.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $56.00 $26.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £39.99 £19.99
Components
We’ve been really impressed by Vittoria’s Corsa tyres, here at CW. The combination of low rolling resistance and excellent grip makes these a go to for hard and fast riding.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $79.99 $59.99
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £95.49 £36.95
These pedals are one of the standout models in Look’s range. They are the cheapest which still offer the same platform size and stack height as Look’s most expensive pedals – and have reliable bearings which will last you a while.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $107.49 $86.49
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £78.99 £62.99
Mavic Ksyrium Pro Carbon SL UST Wheelset
The benefits of aerodynamics are only felt at higher speeds, but the zippy feeling of a set of lightweight wheels can be enjoyed by everyone.
Rim brake, but tubeless ready, these wheels are perfect for a lightweight build.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $2,446.49 $1,287.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £1,800.00 £1,088.99
It's not the biggest saving, but it's a great one on such a useful component. I highly suspect that your existing set are well passed their use by date, so grab a pair for the garage spares and don't find yourself wanting.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $61.49 $47.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £44.99 £33.49
Fi'zi:k Aliante R3 K:ium Saddle
Fizik's venerable Aliante saddle needs little introduction, with a time proven design favoured by both pros and amateurs alike.
The kickup at the back provides a secure platform to push against when pedalling, helping you to maximise your power output.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $174.00 $121.99
UK: View deal at Tredz | £134.99 £120.99
Mercury Wheels G1 Carbon Disc Wheelset - Tubeless
If you’re looking for an upgrade to your gravel wheelset, these heavily discounted carbon hoops offer a lightweight option with a wide 24mm internal rim width that will plump up any set of gravel tyres nicely.
USA: View deal at Backcountry | $1,899.00 $1,138.99
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Folding Clincher Road Tyre
These tyres tick all the boxes for good winter rubber. They are puncture resistant without being frustratingly heavy and slow and they use a durable compound for high mileage.
Save your expensive tyres for the good weather of the summer and run these through the rest of the winter.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $32.99 $12.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £20.99 £9.49
SRAM Disc Brake Pads
Replacement pads for Sram's road disc brakes tend to be surprisingly expensive, so it’s well worth stocking up on a few when they’re on discount – especially as winter conditions can eat through pads.
UK: View deal at Tweeks Cycles | £23.00 £16.10
Vittoria Pave CG Open Clincher Road Tyre
For tough conditions when speed is still a priority, these cotton clinchers are built for puncture protection, maximal grip, while still retaining the flexibility and lightness of a performance tyre.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $51.05 $31.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £40.99 £22.99
Electronics: Turbo trainers, headunits, power meters, etc.
Bryton Rider 320E GPS Cycle Computer
Bryton may not have quite the brand recognition of Garmin or Wahoo, but the Taiwanese brand has previously impressed us with its head units.
With ANT+ and BLE smart 5.0, it can connect to your additional sensors, such as power meters and heart rate monitors. It’ll also upload directly to Strava and Training Peaks.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $122.49 $95.99
UK: View item at ProBikeKit | £89.99 80.99
Garmin Edge 130 Plus GPS Cycling Computer
We gave this great little device a full 10/10 in our review. It’s packed full of features, the software is stable and it’s just really easy to live with. As a budget cycle computer, this is one of the best.
USA: View deal at Walmart | $199.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £169.99 £144.99
Garmin Vector 3 dual sided power meter pedals
For easy transferability between bikes and independent left/right readings, power meter pedals are one of the most straightforward ways to start getting that valuable data from your rides.
USA: View deal at Amazon | $1024.49 $889.99
UK: View deal at Sigma Sports | £790.00 £499.00
Hammerhead Karoo 2 Custom Color Kit Bundle
Offering a headunit experience that's more similar to a smartphone than the GPS units of old, Hammerhead's Karoo 2 is one of the most exciting bike computers on the market. The wireless syncing of rides and routes is a particularly smooth and intuitive process.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $629.99 $455.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £459.99 £349.99
Garmin Edge 1030 Plus Bike Computer
If you’re riding longer routes or planning a multiday trip, a good bike computer is a must. Garmin’s flagship model has a larger screen and greater battery life than the lower tier options, making it easier to follow your route and not run out of power.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $599.99 $519.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £519.99 £469.99
Polar H9 BLE Heart Rate Monitor
A heart rate monitor is arguably better value for money than a power meter. You can use it on any bike or activity and the prices are significantly lower.
But you’ll still gain a valuable training insight and a more objective way of pacing your efforts.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $72.99 $60.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £52.50 £51.49
Garmin Vivoactive 4 GPS watch
Combining the benefits of a fitness tracker with a smartwatch, the Vivoactive doesn't need to be tethered to a phone to offer GPS tracking, custom workouts, music playback and even contactless payments.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $379.49 $273.49
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £279.00 £229.77
Widely regarded as one of the quietest turbo trainers, it also measures power accurate to ±2 per cent and can simulate gradients of up to 20 per cent – making it perfect for riding on virtual platforms such as Zwift.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $1,019.49 $828.99
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £750.00 £599.99
FSA Powerbox Powermeter Alloy Road ABS Chainset
One of the cheapest ways to get a true power reading, with measurements being taken of both legs.
Compatible with Shimano and SRAM 10 and 11 speed systems and with a 30mm axle, it should fit most bikes out there, although if your current cranks have a 24mm axle you will need to upgrade your bottom bracket.
USA: View deal at ProBikeKit | $815.49 $401.49
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £599.95 £339.29
Delivering power readings accurate to ±2.5% and able to simulate climbs of up to 18%, the Xplova what you need for hooking up to virtual training platforms and escaping the foul winter weather.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $879.99 $744.99
UK: View deal at Tweeks Cycles | £700.00 £379.99
Accessories
Altura Vortex 2 Waterproof Seatpack
At 17 litres, this sits happily amongst the largest saddle bags out there – although, of course, if you’re carrying a little less, the roll top closure system will easily take up the space.
The bungee webbing on top is an ever-useful feature, providing a quick access place to keep a waterproof, or some croissants you might have picked up along the way.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $105.00 $72.99
UK: View deal at Tweeks Cycles | Was £70.00, now £44.99
Restrap Bar Bag Holster and Food Pouch and Dry Bag
This handlebar bag system provides the best of both worlds, a huge amount of capacity, while still making it easy to quickly access valuables, food and layers – via the food pouch with webbing.
USA: View item at Wiggle | $164.99 $91.99
UK: View item at Wiggle | £109.99 £82.99
Topeak MidLoader Frame Bag
A half frame bag is an excellent way to carry those kinds of items that don’t much like being compressed in a handlebar or saddle bag.
This one provides a huge 6 litres of storage and there’s no such thing as too much carrying capacity when it comes to bikepacking.
UK: View item at Wiggle | £64.99 £38.90
Blackburn Outpost Seat Pack
Providing 11 litres of storage capacity, this giant saddle bag has a separate bag and holster construction, making it a lot quicker and easier to dig something out at the bottom of the bag.
USA: View item at Wiggle | $129.99 $124.95
UK: View item at Wiggle | £99.99 £79.99
Science in Sport Mini GO Bar
On rides over 1.5 hours long, you’ll burn through all the glycogen stored in your muscles and will need to take on some extra energy.
Bars have the benefit over gels and drinks of being a bit more filling and warding off that uncomfortable feeling of an empty stomach.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $44.20 $30.94
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £36.00 £25.20
HIGH5 Energy Drink with Protein (1.6kg)
Taking on board the right nutrition can be complex affair. You need simple carbs to give a quick burst of energy, complex carbs for a longer slow burn, protein to replenish your muscles and electrolytes to aid hydration.
There’s only a few energy products that hit all of those bases in one simple go—fortunately, this powder from High5 is one of that select number. Even better, it’s currently on a great discount!
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $47.80 $27.99
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £38.99 £19.49
Lezyne Caddy Extra Large
If you need somewhere to stash some layers and maybe a little extra food for longer rides, the Lezyne Caddy Extra Large provides a simple but effective solution. The elastic chord on top greatly expands the range of what you can carry.
UK: View deal at ProBikeKit | £65.00 £45.49
High5 Energy Drink Powder
Coming in flavours ranging from Berry to Citrus and from Orange to Tropical, there’s a refreshing choice to suit everyone’s tastebuds. Packing in 44g of carbohydrates per serving, as well as a healthy amount of electrolytes, it’ll keep you fuelled for long efforts both in and outdoors.
USA: View deal at Wiggle | $39.20 $26.00
UK: View deal at Wiggle | £31.99 £19.49
OnGuard Pitbull DT Shackle U-Lock Plus Cable
Rated Sold Secure Gold, this lock will not only keep your insurers happy, but will fill you with the peace of mind knowing that your pride and joy is safe. It’s a bargain currently too!
USA: View deal at Amazon | $57.95 $44.03
UK: View deal at Tredz | £52.99 £33.99
Muc-Off Nano Tech Bike Cleaner 1 Litre
A clean bike is a fast bike. It’s also a bike with significantly longer lasting components. Do your average speed — and wallet — a favour and pick up some dedicated cleaner while it’s on offer.
UK: View deal at Tweeks Cycles | £13.19 £8.99
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After winning the 2019 National Single-Speed Cross-Country Mountain Biking Championships and claiming the plushie unicorn (true story), Stefan swapped the flat-bars for drop-bars and has never looked back.
Since then, he’s earnt his 2ⁿᵈ cat racing licence in his first season racing as a third, completed the South Downs Double in under 20 hours and Everested in under 12.
But his favourite rides are multiday bikepacking trips, with all the huge amount of cycling tech and long days spent exploring new roads and trails - as well as histories and cultures. Most recently, he’s spent two weeks riding from Budapest into the mountains of Slovakia.
Height: 177cm
Weight: 67–69kg
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