Holiday Gift Guide

The Holidays are right around the corner, I know because my twitter feed has been blowing up with "cyclist gift guides", "stocking stuffers for cyclists", and so on and so forth.  It seems like every major cycling website/blog produces a list of gift ideas for the holidays...and I click on everyone.  Why?  Because I love scoping out new cycling gear, and I'm pretty sure most cyclists do too.  So, I've decided to throw my hat into the ring and share some cool stuff I've found recently.

 Pippo Pozzato Multiscarf

Up your loved one's snood game this holiday season with the Pippo Multiscarf.  Constructed from high performance microfiber the seamless scarf is breathable, sweat absorbent, wind resistant, and sports a multicolored, all-over Pippo print!  (more garish Pippo gear HERE)

Strawfoot Arcade Socks

I saw Strawfoot's newest sock offering a few weeks ago on twitter and immediately knew I needed a pair.  The Arcade sock features an '80s Pac Man theme, comes in 3 colors, and is made in the USA.  (Pick up a pair of their Summer or Neapolitan Wool socks to save on shipping.)

MAAP Contour Cap

 

 The Contour cap from Australian company MAAP draws inspiration from contour lines of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, Australia.  Like any good cycling cap, it's 100% cotton and made in Italy.  #CapsNotHats

Emily Maye Prints

 

 One of my favorite photographers, Emily Maye, is offering limited edition 8 x 11.5 prints.  I can get lost in her work for hours, but the 100th Tour de France pictured above is my favorite. 

Hermetus Bottle Opener & Resealer

Not that you'd ever have any trouble finishing off a big bottle of your favorite Belgian beer, but if the rare occasion arises, reach for the Hermetus Bottle Opener & Resealer.  The chrome-plated metal opener features a rubber underside, which forms a tight seal when a bottle is slid into it, assuring your beer stays fresh.   Works on 26mm and 29mm bottles.  Made in Germany.

Belgian Boys Club

After much anticipation, the Belgian Boys Club opened their doors this fall.  The limited edition range features the aptly named "Koppenberg" jersey/bibs,  "Bruges" windjacket, and "Brussels" gilet.  Accessories available include: socks, warmers, and the "full gas" baselayer.   The sleek, subtly designed products are 100% Italian made using premium fabrics and have a slim, race cut.  Check out the full range HERE.

Bike Central CX Supporter Cap

 

Although the cyclocross season is drawing to a close this year, you can keep the spirit alive with the CX Supporter Stocking Cap from Bike Central, a small bike shop in LeMars, Iowa.  The dutch rallying cry "HUP! HUP!" is stitched on one side and "BIKE CENTRAL" is on the other.  

Well, I hope that helped you knock the "cyclist who has everything" off you shopping list, or at least introduced you to some cool cycling brands/gear.  If you're still struggling to find a gift for the "cyclist who has everything" in your life, check out Death Spray Custom's Last Minute Xmas Gift Ideas.  Even if you're done shopping, give it a look.

 

Cheers