Christmas presents: Less than four weeks until Christmas Eve, and you still need a present for your favorite cyclists, for old training partners and new cycling friends? Velomotion.de shows Christmas gifts for cyclists that are as practical as they are individual and don't put too much strain on the wallet.
The smartphone case: Rapha Rainproof Essentials Case
Even cyclists don't leave the house without a smartphone, and not everyone likes the idea of letting their expensive phone bounce unprotected in their jersey pocket. This valuable case, which the premium manufacturer Rapha offers quite cheaply, provides a remedy. The case, available in two sizes (normal/large smartphones), is waterproof and has two additional compartments on the inside, one of which has a zip. So you can store money and cards in addition to the phone. Incidentally, you can of course also transport other accessories in the case - a spare hose, for example, or tools and much more. Rapha offers it in several colors, although not all are always available.
Price: 30 euros / www.rapha.cc
The wool cycling gloves: GripGrab Merino Midseason Gloves II
The Danish specialists for cycling accessories have gloves for all weathers - but the most beautiful are those made of merino wool. They offer moderate warmth and rather light wind protection, but can also be worn in winter, for example for shorter commutes. They are equipped with non-slip silicone rubber and touchscreen-compatible fingertips; The reflective decor is helpful with hand signals. The long, close-fitting cuff ensures pleasant warmth on the wrist. The sporty woolen gloves are also something special because they are available in four colours: black, grey, blue and bordeaux red.
Price: €27,95 euros / www.gripgrab.com
The bicycle light set: Sigma Sport Aura 35 USB / NUGGET II complete set
It's just practical, but somehow also cool - especially since the spotlight produces a lot of light with 35 lux to make the way to school, back from sports or in your free time safer. Everyone, big or small, needs a reliable light set that can be charged via USB, fastened with rubber bandages and, thanks to the switch-on protection in the satchel or sports bag, cannot accidentally go on - so why not give security this year?
Price: 39,95 euros / www.sigmasport.com
The reflective vest: Proviz Reflect 360 multi-purpose vest
Why reflective details when you can also be fully reflective? The vest from the British manufacturer is perfect for cyclists, joggers and walkers who want to draw attention to themselves on dark days; Worn over everyday clothing, it offers some warmth and wind protection. And since the millions of glass beads not only reflect the light from car headlights, but also reflect weak residual light, the vest not only protects you in traffic, but also in the evening in the park with the dog - for which Proviz also has something to wear, of course...
Price: 52,20 euros / www.provizsports.com
The energy gel in a pack of six: Named Sport Box Isotonic Power Gel
If you do really intense sports, you can't chew on energy bars for long on the go. That's why there are gel bags whose content is easily absorbed and supplies the body with energy quickly and permanently. Named Sport offers its isotonic rejuvenator with maltodextrin in two flavors, cola-raspberry and grapefruit-lemon - and in a practical six-pack that can be wrapped in gift paper.
Price: 18 euros / www.namedsport.com
The ergonomic handlebar grips: Brooks Ergonomic Rubber Grips
Leather saddle legend Brooks has modernized itself significantly in recent years and has repeatedly surprised with pioneering, classically styled products. The Cambium saddles made of natural rubber with a textile surface have become popular, offering the look and comfort of a leather saddle without having to be broken in. Matching the current Cambium All Weather, there are these high-quality handles, which are not very soft, but are quite comfortable and lie securely and comfortably in the hand. Metal clamps and handlebar plugs are solid and noble, the price is low.
Price: 45 euros / www.brooksengland.com
The bike book for the new trend: Jan Heine, A bike for everything - The all-road bike revolution
Anyone planning to get into sporty endurance riding and want to be up-to-date right away should read this beautifully illustrated book. Jan Heine, known in professional circles as the creator of the famous "Bicycle Quarterly" magazine and with his René Herse Cycles brand valued by friends of wide tires and classic sports bikes, has put together all the reasons for the all-road bike as the ideal all-rounder from asphalt to speak easy terrain.
Price: 22 euros / www.covadonga.de
The beautiful multi-tool: SILCA Italian Army Knife Nove
The tool specialist, which was resurrected a few years ago, has what is perhaps the most beautiful mini tool in its range, which with its Christmas red is perfect as a gift. what it can do Apart from the particularly high-quality design, the tool offers six Allen keys from 2 to 8, plus Torx T25 and Phillips and Phillips screwdrivers. There is also a clever detail, namely two bores with magnets that accommodate the two halves of a chain lock. Anyone who gives away the SILCA tool not only demonstrates taste, but also a sense for the practical...
Price: 39,95 euros / www.silca.cc
The reflective cycling socks: Falke BC Impulse Reflective
The cycling socks from Falke are not only available in five color variants and five sizes, they are also fully functional: Different knitted areas optimize ventilation, the feet are permanently massaged and the special fit for the right and left foot ensures an optimal fit. And also Visually, the socks have a kick: the splashes printed on the back of the shaft not only conceal real stains, they also reflect incident light and thus offer a small safety plus - especially in the neon yellow version.
Price: 20 euros / www.falke.com
The individual trophy: Flandriens Mini Trophy
The hand-painted zinc die-cast racers have long been cult, especially since the Belgian supplier "Flandriens" offers them in all imaginable jersey variants: The Peloton 2021 is available as well as classic designs, with the riders from the golden era of cycling even wearing one hoops slung around the shoulders. So there is a lot to choose from, but it is particularly personal and very decorative to give your favorite cyclist an individualized trophy. Whether "The Best", "Le Grimpeur" (the climber), "The Champ" or just "Flandrien" - the differently painted drivers can be dedicated to the recipient with a lettering on the back and can be found on the bookshelf or on the desk guaranteed good!
Price: 22,50 euros / www.flandriens.bike