Gift tips from the editorial team: 7+1 gifts for road bike and gravel fans

1. 100 legendary road bike passes - poster to tick off

The You, Me & Cycling poster is a great way to discover the world's legendary road bike passes - and tick off the ones you've already ridden. It was designed by Anton, one of the two faces behind You, Me and Cycling. The second face is Henri, known on Instagram as @henricyclinginparadise. The two live in Munich and explore their immediate surroundings as well as more distant road cycling and gravel destinations by bike. The poster with the 100 legendary Alpine passes is a project close to their hearts that they have recently started offering for sale. Available here.

2nd book: Trigger points in cycling

A pain here, a tension there. Do statements like this sound familiar? This is where the book Trigger Points in Cycling can help. An ideal gift for people who want to find out more and those who want to put tips and instructions for self-treatment of muscle tension into practice. The book was recently published on 29 November. We have already received a digital press copy in advance and have taken a look at it: in-depth knowledge meets practical implementation. The book Trigger Points in Cycling is available here.

3. another book: The destination is on the way

Would you prefer to give a source of inspiration as a gift? Then the book The journey is the destination just right. The book by cycle travellers Belen Castello and Tristan Bogaard, published by Delius Klasing Verlag, to which our magazine also belongs, tells inspiring stories of cycling adventures of various kinds around the globe. It is packed with breathtaking photos and exciting experiences from the world of cycling. Available here.

4. the Marmota bike book

This comprehensive book offers facts, figures and stories about cycling in over 1000 infographics, maps and illustrations. It's a great resource for all cycling enthusiasts and a wonderful gift for the festive season. Available here.

5. a gift voucher - not at all uncreative

Some people, myself included, are not easy to give presents to. They know exactly what they want and what they don't want. And as the person giving the gift, it's easy to choose the wrong product. This is where a gift voucher can help, for example from Rose. Although this is not quite as original, it ensures that the wrong gift is not bought. So in some cases, a gift voucher is a great option - and not uncreative.

6. fitting box - cycling shouldn't hurt

Numb fingers, tingling toes, a painful seat area - none of this should be the case. A visit to a bike fitter can help, as an expert will analyse your riding position and more and adjust it accordingly. If you are looking for a more affordable gift than a professional bike fitting, which is priced in the three-digit range, the Road Expert fitting box from Ergon can be an incentive to look into the subject of bike fitting. The fitting box is available here.

7. ace saver win wing against splash water and dirt

For people who don't want permanently installed mudguards but still want a clean arse. The Win Wing from Ass Saver is as simple as it is ingenious. A few pieces of plastic put together, placed around the seat stays and the splash guard is ready. Fitted and removed in seconds. There is a new version of the Ass Saver Win Wing, the Win Wing 2. The new version comes with two small pieces of frame protection film that can be used to prepare the contact points between the mudguard and the bike. In practice, the Win Wing has proven to be extremely practical. It is quick to fit and reliably protects the buttocks and back from splash water and dirt. Buy here.

+ 1st TOUR subscription

And of course a TOUR subscription should not be missing from our list! The latest news about road bikes, gravel bikes, touring inspiration, professional sports, accessories and more. With a subscription, you give the gift of a monthly portion of reading material. A subscription is the ideal gift for anyone who is passionate about cycling. Available here.

With these gifts, you are sure to inspire every road bike and gravel fan. Make someone happy and spread the love of cycling at this special time of year!