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The ultimate Christmas gift guide for mountain bikers
From stocking stuffers to the year's most desired products, everything on this list is guaranteed to make any mountain biker happy.
Mountain biking isn't the most budget friendly of sports, as some of the best and most coveted products boast a multiple zeros price-tag. So whether you're buying for someone who loves mountain biking or you want some inspiration for you own Christmas list, we've made the choice easier by selecting some of the best products to gift this year. Get your wallets ready.
Silverline 10-piece Hex Key set – £8.89/€10.20/$12
Silverline 10- piece Hex Key T-Handles
© Silverline Tools
These hex keys are the tools you didn't realise you needed. The strong, lightweight keys come with very comfortable plastic handles, making it easier to keep a grip when working on those fiddly fixes. With nothing but rave reviews, the set is great value for money.
Sizes: 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 8 and 10mm
Hurly Burley downhill yearbook – £15/€17/$20
The Hurly Burly yearbook
© James McKnight
Feature on Tahnée Seagrave, who won three races this year
© James McKnight
Exceptional photography on every page
© James McKnight
Hurly Burly is a stunning photo review of the 2017 UCI Downhill World Cup season – and what a season it was. With articles from each World Cup stop, stories and thoughts from the industry's leaders and biggest fans, and photography from Sven Marin, Boris Beyer and Sebastian Schieck, this is the perfect Christmas read when you're relaxing by the fire.
Muc-Off Wash Protect & Lube Kit – £16.49/€19/$22.20
Muc-Off Wash Protect & Lube Kit
© Muc-Off
This basic bike-washing kit is perfect for maintaining your pride and joy, with Muc-Off's top-of-the-line biodegradable bike cleaner, wet lube and MO-94 protection spray al included. If you want to go all out, we recommend the Ultimate Bicycle Cleaning Kit (pictured below), which has all the bells and whistles, including cleaner, lube, brushes and sponges, all stored nicely in a cool box.
Muc-Off Ultimate Bicycle Kit
© Muc-Off
Topeak Mini 20 Pro multi-tool – £20/€23/$27
Topeak Mini 20 Pro Multi-tool in gold
© Topeak
This multi-tool is everything a biker should need if something goes wrong out on the trails. The lightweight, fun-sized tool packs an impressive 23 different functions, including 10 sizes of Allen wrench, torq wrenches, flat head screwdrivers, spoke wrench and a chain tool and hook. There's even a very useful bottle opener, which will come in handy when celebrating a fun day on the trails.
Silverline compact pressure washer – £50/€60/$70
Silverline Compact Pressure Washer
© Silverline
Keep your bike clean on the go with this 1400W pressure washer. It's powerful enough to do away with even the most determined dirt and small enough to fit cosily in the car boot or tucked away in a corner of your van.
Syncros Matchbox Tailor Cage HV+ integrated bottle cage – £59.99/€70/$80
A multi-tool integrated into a bottle holder is a great idea
© Syncros
This gadget is just so cool. It's a bottle holder that has a multi-tool integrated into the design, meaning you can save on space when packing your kit for a day on the trails. Keep hydrated whilst safe in the knowledge this tool is tucked away underneath your bottle in case of emergencies.
661 Reset helmet – £90/€99/$120
661's Reset full-face helmet is a bargain
© SixSixOne
This brand new full-face helmet from SixSixOne is a bargain. It has a super lightweight ABS shell, 10 large angular vents to keep you cool and a large opening for improved vision and goggle fitting.
Spy Optic Omen googles – £69.99/€80/$95
Spy Omen goggles
© Spy Optics
Boasting the biggest field of vision possible and a great fit, each Omen goggle includes a spare lens, nose guard and 10-pack of tear-offs. The high-flow ventilation system and anti-fog, scratch resistant Lexan lens guarantee to keep your vision clear.
SDG Bel-Air 2.0 saddle – £79.95/€91.45/$107
SDG Bel-Air 2.0 saddle in orange
© SDG
The Bel-Air saddle is a modern classic, providing excellent comfort, support and control. The design and materials used offer an optimum riding position when you're pounding the trails or road. Available in multiple seamless covering options, these long proven designs are the ultimate tool for a wide variety of cyclists.
CUBE EDGE Twenty backpack – £79.99/€91.50/$107
CUBE EDGE Twenty in sand
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This versatile backpack can do it all. Whether you're commuting or having a massive enduro day out, the built-in hydration pack and 20-litre capacity will make sure you have everything you need for long days out on the bike.
FiveTen shoes – From £85/€97/$114
Five Ten Impact Pro
© Five Ten
Opening a pair of these babies on Christmas Day will light a fire under your bum to go riding straight away. They have a fit to suit every type of riding and a fantastic women's range. The advanced protection from the sole and support from the strong materials mean they're comfortable and durable for thrashing a day out on the bike.
DMR Vault Lacon Signature pedals – £93/€106/$125
DMR Vault Lacon Signature pedals
© DMR Bikes
Big, light, slim and sexy, these pedals are without doubt some of the coolest on the market. DMR collaborated with freeride MTB legend Andreu Lacondeguy to design the perfect flat pedals. The geometry is designed to give your feet support, with 11 pins on each side of the pedal to offer maximum grip. If they're good enough for Lacondeguy, then they're good enough for you.
Lezyne Micro GPS watch – £130/€150/$175
Reloj Lezyne Micro GPS
© Lezyne
Track your progress in style with the Lezyne Micro GPS watch. It's equipped with Bluetooth Smart and ANT+™ connectivity, which can simultaneously pair with power meters, heart rate monitors, speed/cadence sensors and iOS or Android handhelds. When synced with their free Lezyne Ally app, the unit provides navigation, live tracking, Strava Live Segments and phone notifications. So whether your a recreational rider or more serious, this watch is perfect.
Endura MT500 Waterproof Pullover – £189.99/€220/$255
Danny MacAskill in the Endura MT500 Waterproof Pullover
© Endura Sport
With the unpredictable weather in the UK, it's worth investing in a great jacket. The Endura MT500 Waterproof Pullover not only looks great, but it also offers maximum weather protection. The kangaroo pocket means you can minimise backpack space and store your valuables up front, and not have to worry about losing them on the trails.
Leatt DBX 3.0 Enduro helmet – £189.99/€220/$255
The Leatt 2018 DBX comes in three sick colours
© Chris Laue
The DBX 3.0 Enduro helmet offers world-class protection, with 360 degree Turbine technology that both reduces rotational forces and absorbs impact energy. A breakaway visor also reduces the risk of rotational forces transferring to your head in a crash, while the removable chin guard means you can convert this into a comfortable open-face helmet in seconds.
SRAM GX Eagle – £425/€490/$570
Sram GX Eagle offers incredible perfomance
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Upgrade your drive chain with award winning technology from SRAM. The SRAM Eagle technology is renowned for offering light, highest-performing and durable systems for all riders on any trail. You can't go wrong with this groupset (you can also buy each part individually), but make sure to read up on the specs to check compatibility with your bike.
FOX 36 Float Factory FIT Fork in Race Edition Orange – £1129/€1291/$1520
Fox Float 36 fork in racing orange
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You can now look like a pro and ride like one. Fox is offering a limited run of its 2018 race-edition forks at the same price as the standard options. Riders who roll on 27.5" wheels can choose between 170mm or 180mm versions. If you prefer 29ers, Fox is offering the Factory 36 Float in 160mm and 170mm versions. This fork is ideal for trail and enduro riders.
RockShox BoXXer World Cup 2018 forks – £1441.99/€1650/$1940
RockShox BoXXer World Cup fork
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If you're into downhill racing and fancy a World Cup-spec suspension fork, then get a load of the RockShox BoXXer. The BoXXer has carried many riders to victory in elite downhill and freeride competitions across the world and it's available for 26" and 27.5" tyres with 200mm travel, and is the lightest on the market.
