Best Christmas gifts for cyclists under £200 — special presents for your special cyclist

The Apidura City Messenger bag is an excellent gift for urban cyclists. Crafted with precision from waterproof CT420 Marle material, it offers durability and protection for daily city life, prioritising comfort with a padded and adjustable shoulder strap, and an ambidextrous design. Its got well-thought-out compartments, including a laptop sleeve and mesh pockets, adding practicality to the style. For a cyclist seeking a high-quality, adjustable, and waterproof messenger bag, the Apidura City Messenger is a top-tier choice.

The Craft Cadence Cycling Backpack Roll Top Waterproof is a well-constructed and capacious solution for cyclists in need of a reliable and weatherproof backpack. The 30-litre bag boasts robust 600D polyester construction with welded seams, ensuring it’s waterproof even in the grim UK conditions. The roll-top closure, adjustable straps, and padded shoulder straps contribute to its comfort and there are great internal, removable and washable yellow inserts.

While the lack of padding on the waist straps is a minor drawback, the overall quality, durability, and waterproofness of this backpack make it a great gift choice for commuters and cyclists looking to carry… well a lot of things with them! 

Sick of your beloved cyclist scrubbing their mucky bike parts in your kitchen sink? Get them this ultrasonic cleaner and you’ll likely never have to suffer from those black oily stains all over the bathroom again. This DK Sonic Ultrasonic Cleaner swiftly eliminates any stubborn dirt, grease, and oil from bike components in a way that kind of seems magical – with the power of ultrasonic waves. It is perfect for cleaning drivetrain parts, providing superior results compared to any manual scrubbing methods and although the price tag is on the higher side, this is a gift that will literally keep giving, as a clean drivetrain means less money spent on maintenance. 

This Exposure front and rear light combo earned a spot in road.cc’s recommended products for its great performance. This light is helmet-mounted and offers a powerful front light with 450 lumens and a rear light with 50 lumens, providing 360-degree visibility. The high-quality construction, reliability, and versatile functionality make it an excellent choice for urban commuting on busy roads. And with the two-in-one construction, you’re bound to not forget one light at home! 

This MAAP jersey combines style and speed in a lightweight, high-quality design. This stylish jersey is great for warm weather and layering on cooler days, stands out with recycled materials and a unique graphic design. The Pro-Fit and compressive sleeves offer a sleek fit, while the breathable fabric ensures comfort in varying conditions. Though on the pricey side, the jersey’s sustainability, performance, and stylish look make it a great gift for that special female cyclist in your life. 

Bone conduction headphone options are pretty abundant out there, but for cycling, we found that these OneOdio OpenRock S Open-Ear Air Conduction Sport Earbuds, are great. They offer quality sound without compromising awareness of the surroundings, and offer an exceptional battery life of 60 hours, with 19 hours from the earphones themselves and quick top-ups providing an hour of play. The touch controls may be a bit fiddly, and the case is relatively large, but the comfort, sound quality, and effective noise cancellation make them stand out in their price category. We also found that they remain comfy with a helmet on! If you know the cyclist you’re buying a gift for enjoys a podcast or some motivating tunes on their cycles, then these are a great option. 

This front light boasts a uniquely shaped beam which minimises dazzle for oncoming riders, coupled with fast USB-C charging and extended run times. Its robust construction, quick-release mount, and versatile modes make it ideal for road and gravel cycling. These features make it an excellent Christmas gift choice for night riders.

If you want your cyclist friend to unwrap the perfect cycling companion this Christmas, that might be this Poc Omne Lite helmet. it’s a sleek and lightweight lid that combines comfort, excellent fit (just make sure to check the gift recipient’s head size first!) and airy design. Although the price tag of £170 might seem like a festive splurge, the Omne Lite delivers lots of safety and you can’t put a price on that – and with the minimalistic design, you can be quite sure this gift will be well received.

Does your favourite cyclist love cycling in the winter? Then these Santini Prime Bib Tights are an excellent Christmas gift choice for them. Crafted from Sitip’s Blizzard thermofleece fabric, they strike an ideal thermal balance, providing comfort in temperatures as low as freezing point. The GITevo chamois ensures long-distance comfort, while the relaxed fit, and wide size range spanning eight sizes, cater to a wide range of cyclists. 

For any cycling woman in your life, the Santini Unico Women’s Shorts are a great Christmas gift option. These bib shorts are crafted for distance cycling, they feature Santini’s premium C3W chamois and soft Italian microfibre fabric, ensuring a second-skin feel. The thermo-welded seams eliminate chafing, and the raw-cut leg ends offer a secure, gripper-less fit and no sausage legs. There are various sizes available (XXS-4XL) and at £169, these shorts provide great value for cyclists who love long-distance rides. 

Something as practical as a track pump doesn’t need to be quite as fancy as this Silca one is, but if your cycling friend appreciates engineering and style, then this is an absolutely great Christmas gift for them. It’s great for both high-volume and high-pressure tyres and features a sturdy aluminium build, a hand-turned ash handle, and an attractive olive green tri-axis base. The chuck, based on Silca’s award-winning Tattico mini pump design, effortlessly works with both Schrader and Presta valves. The heavy-duty 3-inch gauge, with Multi-Scale Gauge technology, ensures pinpoint accuracy, meaning that no matter if your cycling friend rides road, gravel, mountain, or fat bikes, they will always have their tyre pressures perfectly tuned.

The SKS Airspy SV makes a bit of a nerdy gift, but if your gift recipient is a geek when it comes to numbers, this is the ultimate cyclist’s dream gadget. It offers real-time tyre pressure monitoring through electronic sensors on valves, paired with phones or Garmin devices. It’s easy to install, and perfect for puncture detection, inflation reminders, and tyre pressure experimentation. All this makes it a thoughtful and practical gift for those tyre and performance-obsessed cyclists.

If the cyclist in your life seems to constantly struggle with carrying their things on the bike, the SKS Infinity Universal MIK Luggage Rack is a belter of a gift for them – ideally with a pair of pannier bags. Even if you don’t know whether your cyclist friend’s bike has mounts for a rack, this is a universal rack that fits almost any frame (not recommended for carbon, though) and securely carries bags. The rack weighs only 975g rack performs quietly and flawlessly, making it a trustworthy companion for commutes and bikepacking adventures alike.

The Smith Dispatch Helmet is a commuting companion that doesn’t mess around when it comes to safety and style. We awarded it with a solid 9/10 in our review, and concluded that this commuter helmet isn’t just good-looking; it’s loaded with features like Mips and Koroyd for top-notch protection. It weighs 357g, which not be the lightest, but boasts a rear LED and magnetic buckle adding a touch of practicality. You can’t really put a price on the peace of mind this helmet offers during busy rides, which makes it a great cyclist Christmas gift.

Comfortable and hard-wearing, these jeans might pass as just another pair of denim but they actually have subtle cycling tweaks that enhance their bike performance. The 4-way stretch Cordura denim ensures easy movement, and a unique diamond-shaped panel in the crotch eliminates a central seam, and there are reflective details on the cuffs. Well-placed belt loops offer secure support, and the slim fit around the ankles avoids chain interference. With a slightly higher back and lower front, these jeans provide a tailored fit for cyclists – making them a great gift for your beloved casual commuter. 

Bottle cages come in all sorts of shapes and weights, and if you want to gift something super lightweight, the Topeak Feza Cage Tubular Carbon R10 is a great combination of minimal weight, secure bottle hold, and sleek design. Weighing a mere 12g, it stands out as the lightest cage we’ve tested on road.cc, and the cage’s minimalist, retro appearance adds to its aesthetic appeal. While the premium price tag of £60 may deter some, this is a great weight-weenie gift. 

We praised the Vaude Aqua Back Light Panniers for their exceptional lightweight design, robust waterproofing, and eco-friendly features. Weighing only 1,220g, these panniers boast a PVC-free construction and climate-neutral manufacturing, while the quick-adjustment system and compatibility with various racks mean they’re likely gonna suit most bikes. While their 5kg capacity might limit heavy packers, these panniers shine on touring adventures. With Vaude’s dedication to reducing environmental impact the Aqua Back Light Panniers are a quality and responsible Christmas gift choice for cyclists.

Does your fellow cyclist regularly disappear on day-long adventures on their bike? Then they will for sure need some good bikepacking equipment…The Zefal Z Adventure R11 is a large saddle bag designed for the intrepid cyclist, boasting hardwearing durability and waterproofness, ensuring the gear stays protected in any terrain. It’s easy to mount and stable on the road, and its impressive 11-litre volume provides ample space for overnight essentials. This makes a perfect gift for the thrill-seeking cyclist this holiday season.