Looking for that perfect Christmas gift for the cyclist in your life? This list of present ideas is precision-engineered to make life on two wheels even better
The Rehook Tyre Glider (recently reviewed in Cycling Weekly) and Rehook Mini are designed to get you up and running when things go wrong. These light and compact tools are ideal for fitting tight tyres, fixing dropped chains, jams and turbos, and for general maintenance and roadside adjustments. In fact, they complement each other perfectly.
The pocket-sized Rehook Mini incorporates toolbits with a foldable classic Rehook toolhead to help you get your chain back on your bike. The Rehook Tyre Glider, meanwhile, is the evolution of tyre levers, designed for quicker, easier removal and installation of tight-fitting tyres on all types of bike.
Hailing from the northern beaches of Sydney, Australia, the hand-drawn designs of Cycology’s bold and unique garments will help you to stand out from the pack. The brand’s winter range features base layers, long-sleeve jerseys, bib tights and accessories, all constructed from high-performance fabrics that offer exceptional comfort and protection from the cold. You can mix and match, or get the complete look.
Be bold, be seen and be warm with Cycology.
The photo features long sleeve jerseys (£85), bib tights (£100), winter gloves (£26), neck warmers (£15) and socks (£15). Available from Cycology.co.uk.
Ere believes you’ve never seen anything quite like its new Tenaci Gravel Handlebar covers before. Designed to give your handlebars an upgrade, they’re built for extra comfort on long days in the saddle. The Tenaci Handlebar covers consist of a classic bar tape, combined with a unique bar cover that you slide over the end of your handlebars, all the way up to the shifters. The cover not only offers the ultimate grip on your bike, but also protects your handlebars against side impacts. In other words, it’s one of those little innovations that should make sure every gravel ride is one you can enjoy.
Shokz’ bone-conduction technology makes these headphones ideal for cycling and other sports, too. The OpenRun’s comfortable, open-ear design allows you to enjoy high-quality sound while still paying attention to what’s going on around you, making them significantly safer than headphones that plug into or cover your ears.
The OpenRun also meets the IP67 standard for water resistance, keeping your headphones safe from splashes, sweat and even unexpected downpours. And with a lightweight design and different size options to help you find your most comfortable fit, Shokz’ OpenRun headphones allow you to move around without feeling inhibited.
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With something to suit children of all abilities, Vitus’s range of kids’ bikes are perfect for exploring and building the essential skills that will stay with them for life – without, of course, forgetting the all-important element of fun.
Covering ages from three to seven-plus, bikes range from balance bikes to trail-ready hardtails and CX bikes. Their design was influenced by the good stuff Vitus learned when creating award-winning bikes for grown-ups, and the kids’ range is engineered for fun, confidence and control, focusing on simple yet reassuring components to bring the same riding performance to the next generation.
This is a saddle for true racers. Starting at only 125g, the 612 ERGOWAVE® R Carbon can give you the cycling advantage you’ve been waiting for. The popular SQlab ERGOWAVE® shape was adapted for performance-oriented riders, providing a sporty sitting position on both road bikes and XC models. The slim, firm padding and narrow waist provide maximum space for the legs, while the raised rear creates optimal grip for a better power transmission. The interplay between longitudinal stiffness and flex to the side means extra comfort with less weight.
The saddle is available in sizes from 12cm to 14cm, meaning you can find the perfect fit for your body.
Keep your drinks hot or cold for hours during your winter rides with Elite's all-season insulated bottle. The Nanofly 0-100 uses Nanogel for insulation, a lightweight material that offers both exceptional thermal performance, and flexibility. The squeezable bottle’s silicon inner coating means it can handle boiling water without any risk of degrading – no need to wait for your drink to cool down before hitting the road – while the large opening makes filling and cleaning the Nanofly much easier.
Winter can provide some of the most epic riding days with cool, crisp air and snow dusted trails. Reset the thermostat with the updated Endura MT500 Freezing Point Jacket and make even the coldest winter day a riding day.
Lightweight yet durable ripstop body panels with PrimaLoft® GOLD insulation mean this jacket will hold up in the most demanding conditions. The stretch thermal softshell fabric on the back and lower sleeve (featuring a new Primaloft® inner face) also helps to provide unrestricted movement when you’re out on your bike.
The Fiido D3 Pro is a foldable, light, and powerful e-bike that can turn dull, daily tasks such as running errands into a great combination of working out and riding for fun. It also costs under £600.
The Fiido D3 Pro is one of the lightest bikes on the market, with a total weight of 17.5 kg (38.6 lbs), and it’s equipped with a 250W Brushless motor that effortlessly reaches speeds of up to 16mph (25km/h). Meanwhile, you won’t stop feeling your pedal resistance at higher speeds, thanks to the high gear ratio and better torque. An e-bike bike that can broaden your family’s cycling horizons.
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