Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for Bike Riders
With Christmas just around the corner we know that brings the stress and challenge of picking out a great gift for your nearest and dearest. With the variety of cycling products available it can make buying a cycling related gift tricky. So to help make your search easier we enlisted our team of two wheeled experts to put together a variety of gifts that will be sure to delight any type of cyclist in your life.
Quad Lock Phone Cases and Bike Mounts from $34.99
Created by Melbourne designer Chris Peters, the Quad Lock smartphone mounting system allows you to quickly and safely mount your phone onto your bikes handlebars. Perfect for using for directions or with GPS tracking apps like Strava.
Wahoo Elemnt Roam 2.0 GPS Bike Computer $549.99 $599.99
Released only a few months ago the updated Wahoo Elemnt Roam 2.0 is one of our favourite bike computers for the more serious rider. It’s packed full of features and can connect to all kinds of sensors, power meters and more thanks to ANT +, bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, ideal for getting the most out of your training. It’s simple to setup, has great battery life and reliability but best of all are its advanced navigation features. With built in maps and turn by turn directions, it’s ideal for following new routes.
Knog Scout Bike Alarm & Finder $80.49 $94.99
Knog recently released their new Scout Bike Alarm & Finder to rave reviews. Fitting beneath a bikes water bottle cage with tamper-proof screws it features a 85 decibel alarm and utilises Apple’s Find My network to provide accurate tracking of your bike in the event of it being stolen.
Knog Frog Light Twinpack $63.49 $74.99
These little lights from Knog feature COB LED technology allowing them to be both bright and compact, perfect for commuting about town. They’re USB-C rechargeable so they’re easy to keep charged up and are 100% waterproof.
Shokz Bone Conduction Headphones from $110.49 $129.99
Our favourite headphones for use while on the bike, running or swimming. Thanks to bone conduction technology they transfer vibrations from your cheekbones to your inner ear. This keeps your ears open to your surroundings so you can stay safe while around traffic, pedestrians and other cyclists.
Giant Control Tower 3 Floor Pump $42.49 $49.99
If your loved one doesn’t already have a floor pump but loves riding their bike it’s hard to find a better gift than this! A floor pump with built in pressure gauge makes not only checking and pumping up your tyres before a ride super quick and easy, it will also help your loved one enjoy their riding more with their tyres at the correct pressure. Some models like the Giant Control Tower 3 also include a needle and accessory kit for making pumping up balls a cinch.
Camelbak Podium 700ml Bottle $16.99 $19.99
The Rolls Royce of drink bottles. Keeping hydrated while riding can be the difference between a great and miserable ride. Thanks to its lockable, high flow, self sealing cap and easy to squeeze body the Camelbak Podium is a pleasure to use. It’s fully BPA free and all parts can separate for thorough cleaning. Available in a large range of stylish colours.
Giro Fixture Helmet $49.99 $74.99
For new and recreational cyclists one of the most annoying things can be finding a helmet that's comfortable, looks good and they actually want to wear. We have the helmet that answers all their problems! The Giro Fixture! With great styling it often gets confused for a helmet three times its price plus the adjustable Roc Loc® Sport fit system ensures a super comfortable fit. Whats more is the unisize fit with one size fitting most adults, ideal for gift giving. If you've got someone who struggles to fit in normal size helmets check out the Giro Fixture XL or the Giro Tremor for smaller heads.
100% Flow Performance Socks $20.99 $24.99
Socks always make the joke list for Christmas gifts, that is unless you're a bike rider and they're cycling socks. Cyclists love good riding socks thanks to their high quality, super comfy fit and moisture wicking abilities. Any serious cyclist in your life will be sure to love a new set of riding socks.
Park Tool Pizza Cutter Tool $42.99 $50.99
What do you get the cyclist who loves riding and working on their bike but is super picky or has everything? The Park Tool Pizza Cutter. Known for making the best bike tools in the world the Park Tool Pizza Tool features an ergonomic penny farthing shaped handle and a super sharp, large diameter stainless steel cutting wheel. All in Park's distinctive blue colour.
Where to Ride: Melbourne Book 3rd Edition $39.99
Discover Melbourne's amazing network of bike paths with this fantastic guide book. Including 57 adult and 45 kids rides across Central Melbourne, Northern, Western, Southern and Eastern Metro areas along with the Mornington Peninsula.
100% Sunglasses from $194.49 $229.00
If your loved one is still riding with a pair of servo sunnies treat them with a fresh pair of super high quality riding glasses from 100% this holiday season. Featuring high performance lens that offer crystal clear vision, ultra grippy nose and temple tips and lightweight frames that feel as good to wear as they look.
Willworx Superstand 2.5inch 1 Bike Stand $69.99
If your loved ones bike is their pride and joy the Willworx Superstand will let them store and display it in pride of place. Freestanding with rubber feet it will keep their bike safe.
Knog Oi Luxe Bell $59.99
Stay safe on the bike paths with the Knog's super fancy Oi Luxe Bell. With a CNC machined ringer and a brass dinger that gives off a loud, long ring that's safely heard and a pleasure to use.
Cuore Finisher Jersey from $79.99 $99.99
If your recipient rides in lycra style jerseys, check out our range of Cuore Finisher Jerseys. They're at a lower price but still have a high quality look, materials and construction.
Pirelli Smartube from $44.99
If the cyclist in your life is always obsessing over the weight of their bike, Pirelli's super lightweight Smartubes will make a great gift. Made with an innovative TPU material that cuts over half the weight off of a normal tube.
Camelbak Lobo 3L Hydration Pack $179.99 $189.99
The Lobo is a lightweight hydration pack designed for mountain biking, allowing your recipient to easily carry all their essentials without being weighed down. But don't let its light weight fool you, it's packed with features like a ventilated back panel, tool roll, exterior helmet carrier, the ability to hold up to 3 litres of water and more. Perfect for keeping spares, snacks and tools easily organised.