DEAR SANTA
MBUK’s staff Christmas wishlist
Luke 1 ENVE M730 wheelset The ultimate Christmas money-noobject gift? These ludicrously carbon expensive wheels are but infectiously £3,150 www.saddleback.co.uk desirable.
2 Suunto 9 Baro GPS watch After some holiday overindulgence, I’m sure to need help getting back in shape – just in time for the Easter bunny to come knocking! £499 www.suunto.com
3 Howies Ribber jumper Christmas is the ideal time to pull out the knitwear. Forget gaudy festive jumpers and channel your inner fisherman! £69 www.howies.co.uk Ed
1 Patagonia Micro Puff Storm waterproof jacket This cosy jacket looks just the job for standing around on photoshoots, washing bikes in the cold and walking off the Christmas turkey. £430 www.eu.patagonia.com
2 Troy Lee Resist shorts
I’m yet to find a pair of waterproof shorts that really keep out the wet. These look good and we’ve come to expect top performance from TLD kit. £110 www.saddleback.co.uk
3 Forever Pedalling Marker T-shirt This tee supports one of our local bike shops here in Bristol, as well as stating what I like doing best. £20 www.foreverpedalling.com Matt
1 PEdAL ED Mido boots With a pedal-friendly Vibram sole and Italian leather upper, these boots were made for riding, as well as walking. Just the thing for my bikepacking adventures. £200 https://pedaled.com
2 Cycloc Hobo bike stand
I hate having to lean my bike against a bush/car while I get ready to ride. This little stand,
which works with hollow BBs, would solve that problem. £59.95 www.cycloc.com
3 OS Maps subscription gift pack Ideal for plotting adventures and making sure you get home – and £26 for a year’s unlimited online UK mapping is a total bargain. £25.99 www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk JCW
1 Troy Lee Designs Stage MIPS helmet It’s time I retired my ancient D2 and the Stage looks like it’d keep me cool (both senses) and safe when I inevitably run out of skill. £275 www.saddleback.co.uk
2 Gore C7 Gore-Tex Pro waterproof jacket After getting soaked from outside and inside, I’ve accepted it’s worth paying for a decent jacket. Here’s hoping some long-lost relative wants to buy my affections this Xmas! £400 www.gorewear.com
3 Santa Cruz Outline beanie and Multihand socks I’m not going to get a £275 lid or £400 jacket from my family. These are a safer bet! Beanie £14.95 www.skatehut.co.uk, socks £15.99 www.routeone.co.uk Rob
1 Custom-painted helmet The ultimate gift for any mountain biker. A custom helmet may be a bit ‘showy’, but dear lord, it’s cool! From £275 www.fatcreations.com
2 Birzman Essential toolbox A portable toolkit can be a lifesaver when you’re out and about as much as I am. £149.99 www.i-ride.co.uk
3 Pistonhead Flat Tire lager As well as tasting great, beer is medically proven to help you survive long afternoons with your in-laws. £1.80 (330ml) www.tesco.com Aoife 1 Shredly Kaylie Long shorts I’ve been coveting these
sugar skull shorts for some time, and now they have a UK stockist. Hurrah! £75 www.flowmtb.co.uk
2 Shred Headz Apparel beanie Some of the proceeds from these custom-made hats go to suicide prevention charities, keeping your bonce and conscience happy. £25-£30 www.instagram.com/ shredhedzapparel
3 Article22 Be Good coin wrap bracelet Article22 work with locals in Laos to create jewellery from shrapnel and military waste. Profits go to clearing more ordnance. This is a collaboration with US MTBer Rebecca Rusch. US$40 https://article22.com Jimmer
1 Vans Sk8 Hi MTE Boa shoes Vans’ MTEs are old favourites, combining classic styling with weather protection. £130 www.vans.co.uk
2 Morvélo Joey water bottle Hydro-packs are so last year! Slap this bottle on your bike and feel the punk-rock vibe. £8 www.morvelo.com
3 TrueStart Cold Brew Coffee and Nitro Press Cold-brewed coffee with the smoothness of Guinness? Sounds good to me! £150 www.truestart.com Jonny
1 GoPro HERO7 Black action camera I need the best image stabilisation possible to smooth out my jerky riding, so this is top of my list! £379.99 www.gopro.com
2 DMR Vault Brendog pedals The signature pedals of one of the best flat-pedal riders. What’s not to love? £110 www.dmrbikes.com
3 SockGuy Stacked socks Christmas means socks, so you may as well get the ones you want. £12.95 www.silverfish-uk.com