It’s almost that hugely exciting time of year again… not Christmas, but Black Friday of course! Not only does everyone devote an unseemly amount of time hunting the biggest bargains, but us journalists assemble round-ups of the best savings to make deal hunting a little easier. Fortunately, Balfe’s Bikes have lent a hand too by launching its Black Friday offers early, so you can be quick, beat the queues and grab some more affordable cycling goods right now.
With savings of up to 79% across Balfe’s store, you can pick up everything from Giant’s latest road bikes, to helmets, shoes, bags, jackets, and jerseys. In addition, Balfe’s has exclusive sales on premium brands such as Sportful and Castelli, so there’s never been a better time to get yourself kitted up or buy some new gear as a Christmas gift for your nearest and dearest.
Head straight to the Sportful sale here
Get huge discounts on Castelli here
We’ve rounded up some of the biggest savings on our favourite products from the huge sale below, but you can also find a whole load more Black Friday deals on Balfe’s website.
Save 41% on Fizik’s R5 Tempo Powerstrap road shoes, now down to just £79.99
Fizik’s Powerstrap range has an innovative Velcro closure system that sees the strap wrap right around the foot for more comfort and a better fit using just two straps. You can now get this tech, plus the separately adjustable instep and midfoot sections, for a much lower price on Fizik’s R5 Tempo for the Balfe’s Black Friday event.
Other standout features include an R5 nylon composite outsole to provide supple, comfortable performance on rides of any length, plus a low weight of just 250g per shoe.
Pick up some Fizik R5 Tempo Powerstrap road shoes with 41% off
Take 47% off the Fizik X4 Terra Powerstrap gravel + adventure shoes, now just £85
Another from Fizik, this time some dependable off-road shoes with a huge 47% discount in the all-black colourway, and they’re specially made for terrain beyond the road. Offering comfort, control, and efficient power transfer, the Powerstrap Velcro closure wraps around the foot for a secure, customised fit, with separate adjustments for the instep and midfoot.
On the X4 outsole, you’ll find targeted stiffness with a rubber tread, providing efficient pedalling on trails, gravel, and mixed surfaces while maintaining grip and durability. You’re getting lightweight, robust performance for not a lot of cash with this banging BF bargain.
Get the Fizik X4 Terra Powerstrap for just £85
The Met Trenta Mips helmet is down to £169.99 for Black Friday
This pro-level lid from Met as used by WorldTour pros can be yours for 27% less at Balfe’s if you’re quick.
It features the MIPS-C2 rotational management system for extra protection, and NASA-influenced cooling technology at the front of the helmet to push out the warm air within the helmet through specially positioned ‘exhausts’. Fancy!
It wouldn’t be a race helmet without some aero optimisation, and the tube-shaped tail of the Trenta is said to offer up to a 7% reduction in drag compared to a traditional road helmet.
Take 27% off the Met Trenta Mips helmet, now just £169.99
Wax on (not off) with 21% off Silca’s chain waxing starter bundle
Waxing your chain could provide some decent performance benefits over plain old lube, but some get daunted at the prospect of going through the process themselves. Silca’s handy starter kit – to be used in conjunction with Silca’s Secret Chain Blend Hot Wax and StripChip Hot Melt Chain Degreaser, takes a lot of the hard work out of degreasing and waxing a chain, so you can concentrate on riding your bike.
Included is a chain coupler attached to a chain hanging stand, plus a wax melter. Simply position the wax melter within the stand, then fill with 300g of Secret Chain Blend Hot Wax, leaving 20mm at the top of the pot. The formula is environmentally friendly, too.
Get the Silca Waxing Starter Bundle for just £129
Better than half price on Sportful’s Neo men’s bib tights, now just £42
If you’re after some bargain bib tights that don’t scrimp on quality, look no further: the Sportful Neo in the black colourway at just £42 is an absolute steal, and they will see you through even the coldest winter rides.
They combine a brushed thermal fabric for warmth with mesh bib straps and flat-lock stitching for minimal bulk and maximum comfort, while Sportful’s Comfort Pro seat pad will look after your bum even on very long rides.
Get the Sportful Neo men’s bib tights for just £42!
The Sportful Hot Pack No Rain women’s jacket is now half price
This fully waterproof jacket made from a multi-layer fabric with a lightweight membrane offers great value and top-notch features at full price, but for £70 it’s an exceptional purchase that could see you through hundreds of wet rides.
This packable outer is great for emergencies, and the updated version has more rubberised sections to make it smoother to the touch and reducing any noisy and distracting flapping in the wind.
Stretch panels on the sides, shoulders and sleeves improve comfort and fit, and the jacket stuffs into its own pack so you can keep it in your jersey pocket when the weather is actually playing ball (rare in the UK, we know).
Take 50% off the Sportful Hot Pack No Rain women’s jacket, now down to £70
Trek Air Rush Electric Inflator: price deflated by 26%
Electric inflators are becoming a popular choice for rapid roadside repairs and pre-ride top-ups, negating the bulk and effort of a minipump or the blistering faff and tedious drug accusations of CO2 canisters.
Trek’s take on the format is a tiny, lightweight (108g) unit that can replace four CO2 canisters and bump your tyres up to 120PSI. With its price now below £60, you can’t really go wrong — and your elbows will thank you.
Buy the Trek Air Rush Electric Inflator for £59
Save £2100 on the Giant Propel Advanced Pro 1 in Frost Silver
Mat loved the Giant Advanced Pro 1 when he reviewed it back in 2023, giving it an astonishing 9 out of 10 and praising it as that rare thing: an aero bike that feels relatively comfortable and handles nimbly.
This 2025 model keeps all the specs and geometry of the 2023 edition, including 2×12 SRAM Rival eTap AXS electronic shifting and 50mm carbon wheels, but it gives it a (literally) cool frost-silver colourway.
Crucially, Mat accepted the £5,500 price tag a couple of years ago, but at Balfe’s it drops by 40% to a far more wallet-friendly £3,199.
Get the Giant Propel Advanced Pro 1 with 40% off
Garmin Edge 1040 down from £440 to £339.99
The Gamin Edge 1040 is still our go-to for endurance rides, boasting an epic 40-hour battery life that will keep you going through night and day — and another night and a bit more day.
Navigation is handled by multi-band GNSS which negates typical GPS deadspots in areas like deep forests and high-rise city streets, while real-time stamina insights and power guides can help you optimise your performance, and Garmin’s mapping is second-to-none.
At £339.99 it’s a no-brainer for those who like their rides to be unfathomably long — and it’s a great computer for everyone else, too.
Get the Garmin Edge 1040 with 23% off
Enjoy a smart 41% saving on the Sidi Genius 10 Knitted Road Cycling Shoes
… and while we’re on the subject of long-distance rides, these Sidi shoes fit the bill. Now less than £160, they boast a dual-layer construction that prevents the dreaded sweaty swampfoot on those century-plus endeavours.
Sidi’s heel and carbon/nylon composite sole ensure optimal power transfer, while the Dyneema cable-equipped system ensures the shoes fit like, um, gloves. An additional nice touch is that all removable parts can be bought and replaced individually.
Save £110 on the Sidi Genius 10 Knitted Road Cycling Shoes
Higher hills, lower prices: Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Di2 for £3,099
Decisions, decisions. At £3,099, Giant’s TCR Advanced Pro 1 is 37% off at Balfe’s — and £100 less than the Propel Advanced Pro 1.
While it doesn’t boast the Propel’s aero gains, it’s a more versatile and lighter bike that‘s better suited to explosive power, sharp switchbacks, and those sudden steep climbs. Like its stablemate, it boasts 12×2 electronic shifting (although this time it’s Shimano 105 Di2), a power meter, and carbon wheels.
Check out the Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Di2 with a 37% saving
Save an epic £150 on the Castelli Transition Women’s Jacket
Balfe’s has knocked an incredible 75% off this Castelli jacket, which is perfect for this time of year. Protection comes courtesy of Gore-Tex’s Infinium fabric on the front and sleeves, giving you breathable protection from wind and the occasional shower, while a fleecy back stops heat leaking upwards.
It’s also Castelli’s most lightweight jacket, but its fit is designed for layering underneath, keeping you going throughout those unpredictable autumnal days.
Try on the Castelli Transition Women’s Jacket for just £49
Boarding now: a third off the Evoc Bike Travel Bag
Winter nights are a great time to plan your dream summer cycling trip — but a decent box is essential if you’re planning to take your bike abroad.
We rated Evoc’s Bike Travel Bag as the best overall in our bike box round-up; it’s sturdy enough to protect your steed from butterfingered cargo crew, but unlike rigid boxes it’s light and packs down for easy storage both home and away.
With 33% off at Balfe’s, now’s the perfect time to tick it off your holiday checklist.
Get the Evoc Bike Travel Bag for just £335
20% off the Tacx Neo 2t Indoor Training Bundle
A perfect all-in-one pack to get started in the world of indoor cycling, this Tacx bundle includes the trainer, motion plates, and a mat.
The Neo 2t includes extreme accuracy, power resistance up to 2200 watts, realistic road feel — and it’s virtually silent. In addition, Tacx throws in motion plates, which allow side-to-side and fore-and-aft movement of the bike, boosting realism and comfort. You also get that all-essential mat to keep your shagpile carpet sweat-free.
Pick up the Tacx Neo 2t Indoor Training Bundle for £949
Giant Defy Advanced 2 down to £1,889 from £2,699
With 30% off at Balfe’s, Giant’s entry-level Defy Advanced 2 has become even more accessible.
Its carbon frame will give you all-day comfort on longer rides, with 2×12 Shimano 105 gearing helping you effortlessly tackle climbs and put down the power when you need it most. It’s also supplied with tubeless-ready wheels and tyres, reducing downtime due to punctures.
Make the most of a 30% saving on the Giant Defy Advanced 2
For more fantastic Black Friday cycling deals, head over to balfesbikes.co.uk
