CyclistBest gifts for cyclists: Fathers Day present ideas for cycling dadsIts a tough spot to be in. You need a gift and you are stuck with what to get that Lycra-lover in your life. What do you do? Youve already exhausted Not on the High Street and you got those cycling-themed socks from M&S, so what else is there?Dont panic cycling is our bag, our thing, our jam, so weve got your back.Read on for a carefully curated selection of the best gifts cyclists thatll hit the spot for birthdays, Valentines Day, Easter, Christmas and of course Fathers Day, sparing your blushes when they open the present.All you have to worry about is getting the stuff delivered and sorting some bike-themed wrapping paper.From thoughtful things for under 10 to high-tech gadgets and money-no-object corkscrews, these are presents the Cyclist team would be suitably stoked to find themselves unwrapping if you were buying for us.Best gifts for cyclist at a glanceSubscribe toCyclistMagazine100 Greatest Cycling Climbs book: RRP 9.99 Buy now from Amazon (8.99)Brick Caps Dust Caps: RRP from 7.99 Buy now from Brick CapsNameDecals decals: RRP from 6.99 Buy now from NameDecals (from 6.99)Famille Perrin Ventoux red wine: RRP 9.99 Buy now from Majestic (9.99)Rapha Bidon: RRP 16 Buy now from Rapha (16)Lkkcher Bicycle Wine Stopper: RRP 16.99 Buy now from Amazon (15.99)Le Col cycling socks: RRP 20 Buy now from Le Col (20)Cyclist Climb book + Ride book: RRP 30 Buy now from eBay (23.84)Crankbrothers 19 function multi-tool: RRP 36.99 Buy now from Amazon (33.49)Bialetti Moka Express espresso maker (4 cup): RRP 37.99 Buy now from Amazon (29.78)Hiplok V1 wearable chain lock Sold Secure Silver RRP 34.99 Buy now from Halfords (34.99)Lucky Saint Alcohol-Free Unfiltered Lager: RRP 23.99 for 12-pack Buy now from Amazon (29.99)Proviz Reflective Waterproof cycling gloves: RRP 49.99 Buy now from Proviz (44.99)The Road Book 1989: RRP 40 Buy now from The Road Book (40)The Road Book 2023: RRP 55 Buy now from The Road Book (55)Sportful Pro Vest: RRP 100 Buy now from Saddleback (90)CatEye AMPP 400 Light Set: RRP 54.99 Buy now from Tredz (43.99)Studio 51 cycling jewellery: RRP from 24 Buy now from Studio 51Rapha Core Jersey: RRP 75 Buy now from Rapha (62)Le Col Winter Overshoes: RRP 78 Buy now from Le Col (75)Castelli Velocissimo 5 bib tights: RRP 135 Buy now from Tredz (99)Paul Smith Racing Cufflinks: RRP 120 Buy now from Paul Smith (120)Campagnolo Big Corkscrew: RRP 265 Buy now from Amazon (265)Giro Empire SLX road shoes: RRP 329.95 Buy now from Tredz (329.95)Rocket Espresso Appartamento coffee machine: RRP 1,390 Buy now from Coffee Friend (1,155) Related Posts Best gravel bike upgrades for every budget Best road bike upgrades for every budget The 13 (+1) best books about cycling The best gravel bikes 2024: Cyclists top-rated gravel and adventure bikes reviewed Best road bikes: Best bikes from under 1,000 to over 10,000 Best cycling shoes 2024 Best gifts for cyclistsCyclist Magazine subscriptionAndrew GrantFrom 75.81 | View offerWhats the gift that keeps on giving? Its Cyclist Magazine, of course.Gift either a six or 12 month subscription to Cyclist and your loved one will be reminded of your generosity every month.Buy now from Cyclist (from 75.81)100 Greatest Cycling Climbs book8.99 (RRP 9.99) | View offerOwning a copy of Simon Warrens 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs is a rite of passage for any UK-based road cyclist. If you havent unwrapped a copy for Christmas/your birthday, do you even ride?This pocket-sized bible is your one-stop shop for the best and most beastly climbs Britain has to throw at you, including handy tips on how to reach the summit in one go.Brick Caps Dust CapsFrom 7.99 | View offerThis is a no-brainer. Dust caps arent the best looking things and although some people will just ditch them, why would you do that when you can add a listen personality to your bike with a Brick Cap dust cap.Including but not limited to themes like Star Wars, Minecraft, Batman and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, theyre a great little addition to any bike, and theyre not expensive.Buy now from Brick CapsNameDecals decalsFrom 6.99 | View offerIf you or your loved one doesnt have a decal for their frame/helmet/other stickable surfaces (it doesnt have to be cycling related), this is a must. NameDecals custom decals not only make you feel a little bit pro but also are a good way to identify your bike if parking up at events where other cyclists may have the same bike.Buy now from NameDecals (from 6.99)Famille Perrin Ventoux 2021/22 red wine9.99 | View offerThis red wine is made from grapes grown on the slopes of cyclings most famous climb, Mont Ventoux.From the family that brought you Chteau de Beaucastel Chteauneuf du Pape, this is said to be a supple, fresh and juicy with flavours of blackberry, blackcurrant and a touch of cinnamon. It goes well with slow-cooked pulled pork apparently. Rapha Bidon16 | View offerA good bottle is essential for cyclists and Raphas is made from a 100% recyclable plastic and has an easy to use, leakproof cap and squeezable body and is dishwasher safe.Rather than conforming and making the small 500ml bidons, this one comes in either a small or a large and even this small one is 625ml, because why would you limit your hydration? Buy now from Rapha (16)Lkkcher Bicycle Wine Stopper15.99 | View offerIts tat but its classy. Lkkchers bronze wine stopper features a lovely vintage statuette of a cyclist.The perfect accompaniment to your Ventoux wineBuy now from Amazon (15.99)Le Col cycling socks20 | View offerSocks are basically the most important part of a cyclists wardrobe and there are hundreds of unwritten rules you must follow when wearing them.To save you breaking those rules, follow our advice and just get them a set of these socks from Le Col. Preferably in white with black trim. Youre welcome.Buy now from Le Col (20)Cyclist Climb book + Ride book23.84 (RRP 30) | View offerGift your beloved or bestie a guide to the worlds most beautiful and gruelling cycling climbs. Following great debate among the team here at Cyclist, weve picked 35 of our favourite lumps from around the globe.A bucket list of great mountains, it includes ascents France, Italy, Spain and Belgium while also covering lesser-known climbs in northern and eastern Europe and the USA. Guiding you to the top, each is covered by an in-depth first-hand account and backed up by route maps and altitude charts.Illustrated by the finest cycling photographers, as featured in the magazine, its the ideal jumping-off point for a new cycling adventure. Out on the 6th of October, you can preorder now.Buy Now from eBay (23.84)30 | View offerGrab your copy of Ride, a veritable tome by us here atCyclist that features 50 of the greatest rides in the world.Ride covers the very best of Europe, from the twisting trails of northern Norway to the winding coast of southern Spain, including rides from as far afield as Vietnam, Ethiopia and Lebanon, as well as the USA.Buy now from Waterstones (30)Crankbrothers 19 function multitool33.49 | View offerFinding a multitool that does everything you need is not an easy task, but the Crankbrothers 19 function multi-tool could just do the trick.Not only does it include the standard allen keys and three screwdrivers, but also a spoke key, torx wrenches, an 8mm wrench AND a chain-tool, compatible with 8/9/10/11/12 speed chains.At 175g, the multitool is a practical addition to any saddle bag.Buy now from Amazon (33.49)Read our full guide to the best multitoolsBialetti Moka Express espresso maker (4 cup)29.78 (RRP 37.99) | View offerWere not going to convince you why you need to buy this for your coffee-obsessed cyclist loved one. Italian television chefGennaro Contaldo is going to do that for us.Buy nowfromAmazon (from 29.78)Hiplok V1 wearable chain lock Sold Secure Silver34.99 | View offerAs much as youd like to think youre what the cyclist in your life would miss the most, if their bike was stolen you might be in for a rude awakening. With the average price of a bike now higher than ever, protecting them is well worthwhile.Hiplok are a household-name when it comes to bicycle locks, and the V1 wearable chain lock provides Sold Secure Silver level protection, with 3 keys and a 85cm locking diameter.The wearable design makes the lock more easily transportable, and the reflective sleeve is great for rider-visibility.Buy now from Halfords (34.99)Lucky Saint Alcohol Free Superior Unfiltered Lager29.99 | View offerA post-ride beer, especially in holiday season, is always welcome, and thankfully these days there are great ways to quench that thirst without going too far.Lucky Saint are a cyclists and Cyclists favourite alcohol free lager.Proviz Reflective Waterproof cycling gloves44.99 (RRP 49.99) | View offerIts winter, its dark, but riding outdoors is still the best (or essential if you commute by bike). Proviz is the master of reflective kit and weve got a pair of products that offer maximum visibility.First up is these gloves, theyre fully reflective and waterproof so bad weather can be turned to okay weather.The Road Book 198940 | View offerThe Road Book is the pro cycling fans must-have every year, compiling the years races into a beautiful almanack of that years action.This 1989 edition is the first historical version and focusses (shock) on 1989, one of the greatest seasons in cycling history. You/your loved one probably knows why that is, but if not, theyre in for an incredible learning experience.Buy now from The Road Book (40)The Road Book 2023Will Strickson55 (RRP 55) | View offerSpeaking of. Heres this years edition.And Cyclist readers (thats you) can get 15% off with code 23CYCLIST.Buy now from The Road Book (55)Sportful Pro Vest90 (RRP 100) | View offerWere such big fans of this Sportful gilet (vest, whatever) that you can get this free with a subscription to Cyclist magazine.Windproof, breathable, packable and stylish. What more could you ask?CatEye Ampp 400 Light Set43.99 (54.99) | View offerAnother essential. CatEyes lights are some of the most popular around with 400 lumens at the front and 150 at the back, and boosted side visibility to ensure your loved one is seen from all angles.It has four light modes including a daytime mode and its USB rechargeable.Studio 51 cycling jewelleryFrom 24 | View offerCycling fashion that Paul Smith would be proud of. Studio 51 creates cycling-inspired jewellery that is just excellent.A cleat, a bidon, a chain link, a dossard and more, for those who make cycling their whole personality one of these would be a fantastic touch.Buy now from Studio 51Rapha Core Jersey62 | View offerWe cant think of many riders whod object to adding a new jersey to their collection. The Rapha Core range is good value yet still offers nice styling and plenty of panache.Available in mens and womens variants and a slew of different colours, the Core Jersey is made from stretch fabric. Cut to be tight, but not so tight that youll need to be shaped like a pro racer; it promises a close yet unrestrictive fit.Recommended for mild to warm conditions, its a wardrobe staple most cyclists would be glad to add to their collection.Buy now from Rapha (62)Le Col Winter overshoes75 | View offerA Christmas gift guide wouldnt be complete without a pair of overshoes, another essential! Theres more than just tat on this list.Le Cols Winter overshoes are for the proper cold days, made to keep your feet warm and dry in the worst conditions with waterproofing alongside heat-trapping technology, so no turbo, no problem.Buy now from Le Col (75)Castelli Velocissimo 5 bib tights99 (RRP 135) | View offerWow, these gifts are so functional. A good pair of bib tights will change your (or your loved ones) life. These Velocissimo 5s from Castelli are made for temperatures around 10 and are soft, stretchy and comfortable thanks to a fleeced fabric inside. They also have splash protection so wet roads wont give you wet legs. Theyre a favourite of Castellis sponsored pros apparently, so theres that too.Paul Smith Cyclist Cufflinks120 | View offerFun fact: former Cyclist writer Joe Robinson lost out on 2,000 competing on a BBC quiz show, because he answered a question on bike-mad fashion designer Paul Smith incorrectly.He assures us that he doesnt hold it against Paul but were not so sure, he kicked up quite a fuss about the inclusion of these lovely gold-finished cufflinks. Thankfully Joe has moved on to better things so we can shamelessly plug one an icon of both fashion and cycling.Campagnolo Big Corkscrew 265 | View offerBelieve it or not, it is actually enshrined in law that every cycling gift guide must include the legendary Campagnolo corkscrew.Designed with the Super Record groupsets of the 1970s in mind, the telescopic, self-centring design ensures an accurate and successful cork pop on every occasion. Fancy!Giro Empire SLX road shoes 329.95 | View offer One of the most popular and highest rated cycling shoes in the world, Giros Empire lace-up shoes are quite simply excellent. Performance, aesthetics, prestige, they have the lot. though.Rocket Espresso Appartamento coffee machine1,155 (RRP 1,399) | View offerRocket Espresso is the pro cyclists favourite coffee machine, we even had a big feature on the company in the magazine, so if your budget allows, the coffee-loving cyclist in your life will be made up with one waiting in their kitchen on Christmas morning. This particular one, the Appartamento, is the most affordable machine currently in stock at Coffee Friend, so if you have extra room in your budget there are posher ones available (not that this one isnt very posh).Vouchers for cyclistsLets be honest, if youre coming here for inspiration, youre really not sure what youre going to get.Thats where the gift voucher/card comes in.A load of cycling websites offer e-vouchers that will be emailed to you, so whoever youre buying for can choose the kit they want for themselves. You could even buy it the morning of if youre in a panic.Rapha e-voucher up to 500Le Col gift card up to 250Tredz gift voucher up to 500 Related Posts Best gravel bike upgrades for every budget Best road bike upgrades for every budget The 13 (+1) best books about cycling The best gravel bikes 2024: Cyclists top-rated gravel and adventure bikes reviewed Best road bikes: Best bikes from under 1,000 to over 10,000 Best cycling shoes 2024 The post Best gifts for cyclists: Fathers Day present ideas for cycling dads appeared first on Cyclist.

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For the first time in his career, Gravel World Champion Matej Mohoric will make an appearance at the renowned Unbound Gravel this Saturday. Despite his relative inexperience, the Rainbow Jersey will have to start as favourite according to Greg van Avermaet."Matej Mohoric will be the rider to beat,...

Ever since Turner Bikes went all Ti, weve seen several exciting new titanium bikes spring from the mind of Dave Turner. This year is no different as the brand adds two completely new models plus a number of updates and even Ti components across the line. VennThe Venn is Turners new do-everything/bikepacking bike, and the 29 x 3.0 tire clearance certainly fits the bill. The frame is equipped with slider dropouts with a UDH and even belt drive compatibility. Designed around a 120-130mm travel fork, the frame has a 2,220g claimed weight and will sell for $2,600 for the frame. The frame will have the option of a titanium bike packing fork, which is currently in the works. If you look closely, the fork on the Venn is slightly different than the one above, and the design isnt finalized yet. Gila SSFor the single-speed purists out there, the Gila is single-speed optimized with a slider dropout offering 25mm of adjustment. However, there is a UDH in case you want to throw some gears on down the road. The frame is belt drive compatible and designed around a 120-130mm travel fork. The claimed frame weight is 2,150g (medium), and will sell for $2,600 for the frame only. CyclosysOn the gravel side, the Cyclosys is being updated with new 3D-printed hollow Ti dropouts while adding a SRAM UDH. That makes it compatible with 1x, 2x, or any wireless drivetrain option. Tire clearance is now 700c x 50mm, or 650b x 54mm, and the frame is dropper-compatible. Claimed weight is 1850g for a medium frame, and the frame fork and headset will sell for $2,800. DeWulf CruiserNo longer a prototype, the DeWulf retro-styled MTB is now in production with huge 29 x 2.8 or 27.5 x 2.8 tire clearance. The Slider dropout includes a UDH and is belt drive compatible. The frame is meant for 120-130mm travel forks with a 2,300g claimed weight for a medium and a $3,200 price for the frame only. Other Frame UpdatesTurner was also showing off some of the new 3D printed frame details plus a new titanium seat post design. Those 3D printed details have allowed the frames to offer more tire clearance with increased stiffness, and even allow for better internal routing thanks to hidden bowls on the other side of the ports that help guide cables through the openings. Impressively, the ports are not drilled into the frame, theyre actually welded into place, with finish work that makes the welding nearly invisible. Well leave you with this Retro-tastic Nitrous build from one of Turners customers. turnerbikes.comThe post Turner Introduces Venn Titanium Bike Packing Rig, Gila Single Speed & More! appeared first on Bikerumor.

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Ok, lets unpack this. Wait, first, let me start by saying the words gravel and skinsuit are two words that I would rather not share the same space. But aero specialists, Rule 28 think otherwise as today, they release their new Gravel Suit. This is a skinsuit that is designed for gravel racing and has a hydration bladder sleeve built into the back of it.(Photos/Rule 28)Ok, lets go over a few rules. What rules? While they dont come right out and say it, its safe to say that Rule 28 based its name on the infamous Velominati rules. If you dont know what those are, it probably means you just go and ride your bike for fun without worrying what anyone else thinks of you. For those that strictly follow the rules, lets discuss. Take, for instance, actual Rule #28: Socks can be any damn color you like. That makes sense and is a perfectly good example of a rule that can be adhered to.And Rule #26: Make your bike photogenic. Now, I break this rule once in a while. Rarely when I snap a trailside shot of my bike are my valve stems at 6 oclock. Plus, my crank arms are usually all over the place, its a real mess sometimes. But Rule #32 clearly states: Humps are for camels: NO HYDRATION PACKS. It then goes on to state that hydration packs are never to be seen on a road riders body. No argument will be entered into on this. For MTB, they are cool.And therein lies the rub, Gravel is not road sneaky Rule 28, very sneaky. Im Mostly KiddinOk, for all of you ready to break some rules, lets talk about what Rule 28 offers with their new Gravel Suit. Rule 28 says that they developed the Gravel Suit with the demands and feedback of elite gravel racers in mind. Rule 28 is a longtime sponsor of professional gravel racer and YouTuber Dylan Johnson. Dylan JohnsonJohnson had this to say: Last year we went to the wind tunnel and found out that a USWE pack actually improved aerodynamics. Rule 28 took that idea and ran with it for the gravel suit, creating a pretty genius solution for carrying fluid and making you faster at the same time. Sorry, CamelBak the creating a pretty genius solution for carrying fluid award goes to Rule 28, according to 27-year-old Johnson. But SeriouslyGravel racing is getting a lot faster and getting a lot more like road racing. Rule 29 says that this is the reason theyve turned their expertise to the discipline, saying that providing aero gains is no longer confined to the tarmac and track. Ok, I get that. The new Gravel Suit utilizes a 1.5L capacity pouch at the rear to hold a water bladder securely. They say it even stays in place over rough terrain, say as in a gravel race course, eliminating the need for a backpack during ultra-distance races.Hose Loops. Rule 28 days the pouch ensures easy enough access that water refills are quick through feed stations. Plus, there are two loops at the shoulder of the suit to hold the hose in place. Just Like their Tri SuitRule 28 drew inspiration from their Tri Suit pattern. Although the Gravel Suit has been optimized for a slightly more upright position, unlike the flatter back of the Road and TT Suits. Ribbed arm panels come up and over the shoulder to form a raglan sleeve, allowing the tripping of airflow over the back. Getting specific Rule 28 utilized the same fabrics as their existing aero range and says the Gravel Suit was developed for speeds between 30-45kph (18-28mph).Ultra-distance racing demands a lot of effective fueling. For that reason, the two nutrition pockets on the rear of the Gravel Suit are larger than those on their Road Suit, providing ample storage.The Gravel Suit to Debut at UNBOUNDRule 28 says the Gravel Suit represents their continued pursuit of industry-leading aerodynamic apparel, designed for those loyal to speed and not confined to one discipline. The Gravel Suit is only the beginning of an exciting lineup of new performance offerings coming soon.Look for the Gravel Suit at UNBOUND this year as it will be worn by the Felt UN1TED team.Rule28.comThe post Rule 28s New Gravel Suit Has Nothing to Do with Rule #28 and Flat Out Breaks Rule #32 appeared first on Bikerumor.