It is that time of year again! Everything is decorated and ready for the holiday season. In true gift giving fashion, you are procrastinating jumping out into the rat race to get that mountain biker in your family the perfect gift because…let’s face it…how many of us really like to shop?!
I am going to help out just a little bit. Here are the top ten gifts under $50.00 that you can get your favorite mountain biker in the family this holiday season. You can even order them online (links provided) to prevent the constant holiday rush. Sit back…click away…and watch the malls on the news.
Hint: This list may be the perfect bug in the ear for your non-mountain biker in your family for gift ideas for you! Just shoot the link in an email with a simple message that goes something like…”hey honey! Look what I found! Hint…hint…”
Items are in no particular order…
Top 10 MTB Gifts for Under $50.00
#1 – Anti Monkey Butt
Want to help that cyclist in your family prevent raw hind quarters this holiday season? What better way than with a bottle of Monkey Butt. This powder based substance will keep the rear end happy on even the longest rides.
Buy Anti Monkey Butt Powder here.
#2 – Crank Brothers Multi-Tool
Crank Brother Multi Tool
Every rider needs a great multi-tool to handle trail side disasters. The Crank Brothers multi-tool is a favorite among mountain bikers as it is compact and has just about everything you would need on the trail.
Buy a Crank Brothers Multi Tool here.
#3 – 1 Tire
Kenda Mountain Bike Tire
Yes…1 tire. Unless you find a wicked deal (like this one), one Grant will only get you 1 tire. But…every mountain biker is typically not too keen on dropping a lot of money on rubber, so new tires are a great gift. Be sure to check out their current mountain bike or ask their friends to get a brand/model preference.
#4 – RoadID
RoadID
RoadID is the easiest way to carry identification and contact info on your ride. These easy to order and use bands make sure that you are easily identified and your loved ones are contacted should the worst happen. They are great for both road and mountain bikers…a must have for any cyclist.
#5 – Gift Certificate to LBS
LBS Gift Certificate
Ok…I lied…you are actually going to have to get off your couch to pick up this gift, but it is a great way to support your local businesses and get your mountain biker what they really want for the holidays…money to spend on their mountain bike. Almost all local bike shops offer some kind of gift card, so just head up there and spend that cash!
#6 – Chain Lube
Squirt Long Lasting Dry Lube for Bike Chains
Chain lube is much like tires…a must have for every cyclist but we don’t really like spending money on it when we could be dropping cash on new parts. For that reason, chain lube and other assorted maintenance items make for a perfect gift! I prefer Squirt Long Lasting Dry Lube, but you can also rummage through the garage to find your mountain bikers perfect chain lubrication.
#7 – Gloves
Mace Gear Gants Foundation Glove
Mountain bikers ALWAYS need new gloves. With the abuse our gloves see on the trail, replacement gloves are a must as we continually wear out our current pair. Much like some of the other items on this list, you will need to dig through smelly, sweaty piles of bike clothes to find the preferred brand/model, but…rest assured…it will make a great gift.
#8 – Socks
Swiftwick Cycling Socks
Socks are a typical holiday gift as it is…so why not buy cycling socks! As mountain bikers…we can never have too many cycling socks laying around. Personally, I prefer the Swiftwick socks as they make my feet happy on the trail.
#9 – Cycling Computer
Cycling Computer
Inexpensive cycling computers make for a great gift for mountain bikers. If your mountain biker does not already have one, they will be able to find out distance, average speed and other useful stats while they are on their ride.
#10 – Ramped Riding
Ramped Riding - Become a Better Mountain Biker
This downloadable PDF is any mountain bikers guide to becoming a better mountain biker! And it is a product of Mountain Biking by 198…so you know I had to recommend it for the holiday season!
There you have it! The top 10 gifts under $50.00 for that mountain biker in your life (or a list to send to your loved one that has zero clue on what to buy!). Stay tuned…tomorrow we are going to hit up the top 10 gifts over $50.00…