Looking for the perfect gift for the mountain biker on your list? I’ve compiled a list of great gift ideas in various price ranges to cover everything from the whole kaboodle to a stocking stuffer. I’d be stoked to get these for Christmas! There are plenty of options to suit any price range, but these are all great items that any mountain biker would love to have.
Crank Brothers Candy SL Pedals - $107.98
Based on the eggbeater clipless pedals, the Crank Brothers Candy SL Pedals offer the best in overall flexibility for both mountain and road applications. With just enough surface area to act as a crutch in a pinch, the Candy SL pedals are an excellent choice. Crank Brothers are the pedals of the day and offer the best all-around performance in all conditions. Entry and exit are a breeze and durability is great. I’ve used the Candy SL pedals extensively and find them to be ideal for all-mountain riding.
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Crank Brothers Power Pump - $10.98
Small, light, cheap and powerful. The Crank Brothers Power Pump is an excellent stocking stuffer for any mountain biker. It’s small enough to fit just about anywhere–even a pocket. With the ability to pump to 100 psi, it may not be good for road applications, but the dual-valve head works naturally with both Presta and Schraeder valves without changing any fittings. If you’re looking for a higher volume pump with a built-in pressure gauge, the Crank Brothers Power Pump Alloy ($24.95) is slightly longer, but packs a more powerful punch to 130 psi.
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Crank Brothers Multi 19 Tool - $16.98
Every mountain biker needs a pocket toolset. The Multi 19 from Crank Brothers is as good and as small as they come. With all the right bike tools to get dialed in at the trailhead or trailside, you know you can tighten any bolt on your bike and fix your chain–all in one unit. This tool is light and small and perfect gift for any mountain biker. You can trust Crank Brothers to nail it when it comes to tools. Tool includes: 2,2.5,3,5,6,8mm Hex wrenches, 2 Phillips, 2 Flat screwdrivers, T25 torx, #1,2,3,4 spoke wrenches, 8,10mm open wrenches & a chain tool.
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Giro E2 Mountain Bike Helmet - $89.98
Giro has long been the market-leader in high-quality mountain bike and road helmets. The Giro E2 has all the features anyone could want in a safe and durable mountain bike helmet. The Roc Loc 4 fit system ensures your lid will stay on and in place should you take a digger. Wind Tunnel Ventilation ensures you keep a cool head and the proprietary POV visor system adjusts 15 degrees on-the-fly.
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North Face Hammerhead Hydration Pack - $84.95
The North Face has been building expedition-proven outerwear and backpacks for a long, long time. Their hydration packs use the best technology in fit and function. Combined with the market-leader in hydration bladders, Nalgene, The North Face Hammerhead will feel at home on singletrack or short hikes. With just enough room and pockets for all your essentials, the Hammerhead is sure to please.
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Smith Theory Interchangeable Lens Sunglasses - $108.95
If you’re looking for a great pair of lightweight and functional sunglasses for mountain biking, the Smith Theory are the trick. With no lower and side frame material to hinder your vision, the Smith Theory Sunglasses have great field of vision and offer the best optical clarity on the market. on top of that, the lenses are easily swapped depending on riding conditions.
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Kinesys SPF 30 Spray-on Sunscreen - $5.95
You’ve got to have sunscreen for those epic summer road and mountain rides. Kinesys has been my favorite for a long time because it’s not greasy, it sprays on quickly and it just plain works. The company is very laid back and stoked about their products. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better quality, more functional sunscreen on the market today. Get Kinesys and avoid the burn!
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Fox Flow Cycling Jersey - $59.98
Who doesn’t need a nice, wearable Fox mountain bike jersey? I’m glad that jerseys have changed from super-tight roadie jerseys to comfortable, breathable and wearable jerseys. The Fox Flow jersey is a great example of a nice-looking cycling jersey that is at home on and off the mountain bike.
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