It's countdown to Christmas time so we've put together a few gift ideas for any cyclist or maybe just yourself.
Available in colours and fabrics too numerous to mention we bring you
these caps from Vista, California. From a simple cotton fabric for the
summer to 100% wool with earflap for the chilly winter mornings to
come, we've got you covered. From £15.
Carradice
have been hand crafting quality cycle luggage for over 70 years in
their Lancashire factory. This year sees the introduction of some new products to their range, the Kelbrook satchel (pictured £120) ideal as a commuter bag and the Alston seat pack a lovely way to carry your tools.
3. Cycling books, Cards and Artwork
Did you tick off all your 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs last year? Well if you did here's another 100 to enjoy. Even if you didn't here's some inspiration for you to get out there on those chilly winter mornings. Don't worry we have the first one available too. Just £8.99.
We have a varied selection of other books here too, something for everyone.
Cards for all occasions from Artist on a Bike, Anthony Oram, SpotMe badges and others, plus a good selection of bike themed Christmas cards. Also available some nice limited edition prints from Anthony Oram, the Office of Van Gist and Soma Fabrications.
Since 1866 Brooks have been crafting leather in Birmingham. Beautiful handmade saddles and accessories, a gift that will last for years. For December only buy any 2 or more Brooks products and the cheaper one is half price!
Water off a Duck's Back create beautiful waterproof coats. There is
now no need to look unfashionable when it rains. All of their mens and
ladies waterproof coats and jackets have hidden reflective panels on
the cuff collar and belt so that you can been seen after dark. Turn
down the collar and fold over the belt to fit in down the pub. £130.
Free Water off a Ducks Back reflective scarf with each coat sold whilst stocks last.
To be worn on and off the bike, each bag is around A4 size.
Perfect for holding all your day or night essentials, books, wallets,
water bottle, phone etc Made in small runs from different fabrics so if
you see one you like grab it before it's gone. Prices from £25
There
are helmets and then there are Sawako helmets, made in small numbers each design is unique. From hand painted to handcovered leopard prints and mock croc these are stylish helmets that you wont want to take off. From £64
8. Gal studio recycled inner tube wallets and purses.
Handmade in small batched in their Vancouver studio. Just right for a few cards and coins in your jersey pocket. From £13.
9. Bike Buritto Tool Rolls.
Tired of leaving essential tools in your 'other' bike bag? Brought
everything except the tyre levers? Keep it all together and
organised with these individual and funky tool rolls. Three sizes, from
£15.
10. Handpainted Cycling Figures
Handcrafted in France by the original makers that have been creating them for more than 60 years. Each one is handpainted and presented in a gift box. 5cms high. £10
Add
some extra sparkle and all important visibility to your clothes, bag,
hat or whatever with these highly reflective badges - packs of 3 for
just £10- new 'Ding Dong' seasonal badge available.
12. Lights
Those
SpotMe badges won't be enough to keep you safe on the streets, you'll
need some proper lights too. These will fit the bill - choose from USB
rechargeable Electron Milli's or FibreFlares that will fit almost
anywhere - on your frame, seatpost or even hang it off your backpack. From £14.99.
A modern classic, the Speherovelo is a pre balance bike, designed to give children from as young as 1 the foundations of a life of bike riding. And for those a bit older Earlyrider offer a range of beautiful wooden balance bikes. £69.
Stainless Hip Flask. Holds your precious liquids, you wouldn't want to fall on a glass bottle would you ? £30.
Made
from really tough nylon + awesome super strong Velcro these offer safety
& style. Great new smart design makes
fitting to a pedal a breeze. Also available lock holsters, pouches and coming soon courier bags- all handmade with love in Yorkshire. From £26.50.
The perfect stocking filler, handmade in Brooklyn these bows can be used to accessorise your helmet and stay stylishly safe or just fastened to a bag or basket. As seen in Vogue and Time Out. Available in many colours £9.99
With it’s no-fuss 3 speed hub gears,
mudguards and rear rack, the Birdie is practical, easy to look after and
magically smooth to ride. And with a colour spectrum Mary Quant would
be proud of, it’s getting a reputation for dropping jaws and turning
heads from New Islington to Media City. £360
Once every other base is covered it's time to get yourself on a unicycle - definately not 'just like riding a bike' £110
19. Bobbin Waxed Cape
Handmade in London from British medium-weight waxed cotton, this
is cycling wear from the old-school. Unisex and in one-size-fits-all.
It’s water-resistant, elegant and looks fab with boots, skinny jeans or
leggings. Wear it on the bike, on the street or to a festival. £130.
20. Handbuilt wheelset from £199
Looking
for the finishing touch for your project? We can build almost any
combination in a vast array of colours - pop in to discuss.
21. D1 Hi Viz Vest
From Georgia in Dublin comes a waterproof windcheater with high visibility detail this D1 Style vest
offers a cool alternative to the boxy builders viz vest, definitely D1
to wear!, also available beautiful basket covers in a range of colours.
