Some brands have paid to be included in this article, but we have curated our own independent list of products that we think you’ll like.
’Tis the season for gift-giving, and if you have a cyclist on your list, we’re here to make things a little bit easier!
Of course, cyclists can be tricky to buy for, as often they either know exactly what they want, or already own it. Instead of resorting to another novelty mug or pair of bike-themed socks, we’ve pulled together a list of rider-approved Christmas gifts. Some of them are very much main present territory, but there’s a few luxury stocking filler suggestions in there too…
Zwift Cog and Click (£49.99)
The Zwift Cog and Click system replaces your usual cassette with a simple singlespeed cog and pairs it with a bar-mounted virtual shifter, letting you change gear, trigger power-ups and navigate Zwift – all without any mechanical shifting.
It’s compatible with a wide range of smart trainers, and the big appeal is convenience – no need to hunt down a spare cassette, no swapping cassettes between bike and trainer, and no fiddly indexing issues. The Zwift Cog has a micro-adjust dial to get everything lined up and you’re ready to ride.
Prestaflator Go Lite (£75)
The Prestacycle Go Lite might be the gadget that converts the cyclist in your life to portable electric tyre inflators. It’s a lighter, more pocket-friendly version of the Prestaflator Go – which earned an impressive 9/10 in its road.cc review – and makes mid-ride inflation far less of a faff.
Set your desired pressure and it automatically stops once it’s reached (up to 120psi), and it works with both Presta and Schrader valves. There’s even a lever lock for fuss-free, secure inflation.
Cycliq Fly12 Sport (£319)
The Cycliq Fly12 Sport front camera is a seriously impressive bit of kit, earning 4/5 stars in our review. It combines a 400-lumen front light with a stabilised 4K camera that records at 24fps and captures a wide 135º field of view – all in a package that weighs just 148g.
A handy bonus – you can start and stop recording directly from your bike computer, making it easier than ever to capture your rides (and anything unexpected that happens along the way).
Galibier Liberté sunglasses (£55)
For a great price, you can pick up a pair of Liberté shades from Galibier – lightweight, stylish and packed with features you wouldn’t expect at this end of the market.
Weighing just 26g, they’re barely noticeable on your face, and you can choose between a photochromatic lens or Galibier’s high-contrast plasma lens. Both offer full UV protection and an anti-fog coating, making them ideal for year-round riding.
Hammerhead Karoo (£449.99)
Hammerhead continues to cement its reputation as one of the most forward-thinking brands on the market, and the latest version of its Karoo GPS unit received a glowing 9/10 score from our reviewer.
The Karoo’s big, ultra-clear screen is one of the best you’ll find on any bike computer, making maps, metrics and ride visuals incredibly easy to read. Despite that large display, battery life is excellent too – over 35 hours.
It has loads of data visualisations, climb profiles that appear even when you’re not following a route, and seamless integration with SRAM AXS for gearing and battery status.
Cube Heron MIPS Helmet (£119.95)
Cube calls the Heron the ‘ultimate road bike helmet’ and it’s easy to see why. The result of extensive wind tunnel testing, the Heron’s innovative design directs cooling air over the entire head thanks to deep ventilation channels while maintaining a sleek, ultra-aero shape.
Wahoo Trackr Radar Light (£179.99)
The Wahoo Trackr is an all-in-one rear light and radar designed to keep you visible and aware on the road. It detects vehicles approaching from up to 150m away and adapts its brightness automatically – dimming when no traffic is near to save battery, and ramping up when a car approaches.
For the best experience, pair it with a Wahoo Elemnt bike computer to get real-time alerts and enhanced control.
Cycliq Fly6 Pro (£329)
The Cycliq Fly6 Pro combines a rear-facing camera and bike light, offering video recording in 4K and 100-lumen output. The video resolution is excellent for capturing details in case of an incident, and incident detection automatically locks video files if you crash, giving you peace of mind.
It can run for up to seven hours continuously, and the Fly6 Pro also connects to compatible head units for easy access to settings.
Giro Imperial II Shoes (£389.99)
Everyone loves getting slippers for Christmas, and Giro has sent their Imperial II cycling shoes to deliver just that. Heavily vented, with Boa Li2 dials and Synchwire upper that wraps the foot perfectly, these shoes also feature a new carbon sole that improves stiffness by 20Nm.
Lightweight and performance-focused, Giro promises these shoes will deliver “every feature the fastest racers demand”.
BBB Slice 300 (£37.99)
The BBB Slice 300 is a practical little gift for cyclists. Mounting neatly under your bike computer, it delivers 300 lumens and features a Dayflash mode to keep you visible.
It’s perfect for evening rides in the summer and is compatible with both Garmin and Wahoo mounts, making it a handy upgrade for most rider’s cockpit.
Let us know which one of these presents you think is best down in the comments below, as well as anything that you’ve got on your wishlist!
