Cycling gifts?

[ANAO]

Holiday season's right around the corner.

What would you get for the cyclist in your life/what are you jonesing for in yours?

Categories:
<$20
<$50
<$100

[AngryScientist]

i always appreciate a good pair of socks. an inexpensive gift that you can put some real thought/customization into, and you know they'll fit.

[coffeecake]

<$20:
DeFeet socks
DeFeet duraglove

<$50:
Frame pump (not impero obviously)

<$100:
I don't know, maybe a LS jersey ? Or some new tires? This is hard for me because a lot of this stuff is a personal choice.


What do I want? A Gabba 2 convertible jacket :D

[bikingshearer]

<$20: Cash
<$50: Cash
<$100: Cash

Cash is the ultimate "one size fits all" gift. :banana:

[velotel]

<$50: Switchbacks - Vol I ; the gift that keeps on giving

[bfd]

Come on, what's the *ultimate gift* you can give a cyclist?!

http://www.labicicletta.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/thumbnail/1293x798/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/c/a/campagnolo-corkscrew-6.jpg

Good Luck!

[Cicli]

I got my old man a Abbey Crombie and Whip-it tool. He will like them.

[Avincent52]

<$20: A water bottle. Or a dog.
<$50: A carbon fiber water bottle cage. Or a dog.
<$100: A Hirame pump head ($55) Or a dog.

[Repack Rider]

My book (http://www.velopress.com/books/fat-tire-flyer/) is $30.

Here is a review.

U.S. Cycling Report (http://uscyclingreport.com/content/index.php/news-mainmenu-2/11531-uscr-book-review)

[MattTuck]

I really like my Darn Tough socks.

Depending on the rider, you could also consider a refresh of his/her saddle bag and its contents. New multi-tool, co2 inflator, tire boots, patch kit, etc.

For a little more money, I'd suggest the Impero pump. I don't think I could pull the trigger for myself but I'd love to receive it as a gift!

[pdmtong]

Come on, what's the *ultimate gift* you can give a cyclist?!
http://www.labicicletta.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/thumbnail/1293x798/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/c/a/campagnolo-corkscrew-6.jpg
Good Luck!

As both a cyclist and a wine guy, I would NOT want this. Yes, I understand the attraction, but this is all IMHO for show and takes up too much space.

> socks (swiftwick, etc.)
> gloves
> wool base layer

[thegunner]

i mean, if you're getting me a gift, i'll glady take a pair of zipp 202's... :)

cost is just a number.

[MattTuck]

As both a cyclist and a wine guy, I would NOT want this. Yes, I understand the attraction, but this is all IMHO for show and takes up too much space.

> socks (swiftwick, etc.)
> gloves
> wool base layer

Yes, the big question on cork screws is the length of the worm. Many times, a well built waiter's corkscrew with a good long worm is the best functional tool for removing corks.

[schwa86]

A former intern once gave me something like this:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/251691401/bicycle-gear-desk-clock?ref=market

https://img0.etsystatic.com/103/1/7660280/il_570xN.849591754_2e72.jpg

[Spinner]

... there is no better gift available for bike safety.

Cheers.

[lhuerta]

As both a cyclist and a wine guy, I would NOT want this. Yes, I understand the attraction, but this is all IMHO for show and takes up too much space.


Yeah perhaps a bit glutunous, but it is the best TOOL in my kitchen: highly accurate with self centering action; vertically compliant and laterally stiff.

But really, I have used many cork screws and nothing comes close to the consistent accuracy of the Big Campagnolo Cork Screw...it's not a show piece, its a very well made tool.

IMO there is no better present for a cyclist @ <$100 range

[CampyorBust]

http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=177593

<$20 - Holiday cards w/shipping
<$50 - Enhanced matte paper print w/shipping
<$100 - Fine Art paper print w/shipping
$100+ Canvas Giclee reproduction
Trade of a sweet ass dream bike or a big sack of cash - your very own personal painting of a bike of your choice! Goblins and trolls no extra cost.:D

[hokoman]

<$20: Cash
<$50: Cash
<$100: Cash

Cash is the ultimate "one size fits all" gift. :banana:

I would prefer not getting a gift rather than receiving cash or a giftcard (yes, I am serious). That just means the person is too lazy to think about what to get you.

[ANAO]

I would prefer not getting a gift rather than receiving cash or a giftcard (yes, I am serious). That just means the person is too lazy to think about what to get you.

What if it's a gift card to your LBS?

[Frankwurst]

And beer to go with it.

[jmoore]

New leather cycling gloves are the perfect gift. :cool:

http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=177684

[FlashUNC]

I would prefer not getting a gift rather than receiving cash or a giftcard (yes, I am serious). That just means the person is too lazy to think about what to get you.

I'm of the mind that if someone wants to give me the gift of shopping at a store I like to frequent, I'll gladly take it.

[Repack Rider]

Rivendell bikes has helped this thread out with a comprehensive list of cycling gifts. (http://rivbike.tumblr.com/)

(Scroll down to "Holiday Flyer.")

[xeladragon]

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0118/9802/products/BELL_1765_2_RAW_FrontThumb_f685d5bf-15d4-4b19-9b9f-31f3765af004.png?v=1444165087

http://www.spurcycle.com/products/better-bicycle-bell?variant=4768635973

$49

[pdmtong]

http://www.spurcycle.com/products/better-bicycle-bell?variant=4768635973
$49

This bell is a great gift. Many folks would not pay that much for a bell for them self and dismiss it as an extravagance which does not deliver. Not so. From the design, to the packaging, to the sound, the little bell is apple-esque. I got one on sale last year and it is really great. the only probelme? I'd like 3-4 more...no way I spend that much. happy with ONE.

[AJosiahK]

http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0118/9802/products/BELL_1765_2_RAW_FrontThumb_f685d5bf-15d4-4b19-9b9f-31f3765af004.png?v=1444165087

http://www.spurcycle.com/products/better-bicycle-bell?variant=4768635973

$49

+ 1 on this bell

Rings ears for days and American Made

[oldpotatoe]

Pretty keen, Brooklyn also..Prendas Jerseys in the UK.

[bikingshearer]

I would prefer not getting a gift rather than receiving cash or a giftcard (yes, I am serious). That just means the person is too lazy to think about what to get you.

Uh, okay. But my answer was meant to be tongue in cheek. I guess that didn't come through.

[downtube]

I would recommend a Road ID to anyone who rides, runs or does any out door sports. And kids too.

[bcroslin]

I bought a bunch of Blackburn VIP ride wallets (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00622B54A/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ps_2?pf_rd_p=1944687602&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00470L9C2&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0Y0H3B82FE8G9NYA9M36) for friends last year and they were a huge hit.

[old fat man]

+ 1 on this bell

Rings ears for days and American Made

and available with 20% off $39, plus an extra 12% if you go through activejunky.com (http://www.activejunky.com/invite/96387)

http://www.backcountry.com/spurcycle-bell?s=a

[bigbill]

White Lizard Skins handlebar tape.