December 18, 2014 (Toronto, ON) – Here’s Part 2 of our selection of great gift ideas to help keep that special rider in your life rolling smoothly next season. Whether it’s for a racer, a commuter, a roadie, or a mountain biker you’re buying for, we have some super ideas. Check out the selections below… Happy Holidays!
1. Garneau’s Course Power Shield® cycling jersey is an aerodynamic wind-breaking jersey that offers exceptional breathability of up to 20,000 g/m”/24h. The stretchable and snug-fitting Power Shield® fabric blocks 99% of the wind while the remaining 1% circulates to enhance moisture vapor transmission and breathability. $179.99. louisgarneau.com
2. The popular Raleigh Detour now comes in an iE version for both men and women. Designed to be comfortable for your daily commute with a range of 56 kilometres, it boasts a 48-volt, 500-watt electric rear-wheel motor and battery that will assist your ride up to 32kmh. $2,800. raleigh-canada.ca
3. Long-time leader in electric-motor retrofit kits for bicycles, BionX presents its new D-Series system with a 250% increase in power output and 555-watt battery, high-torque motor, quick-charging battery, multi-function console and odometer, generation-mode downshifting and a two-year warranty. $2,499. ridebionx.com
5. Try Bicycle Art by Luigia Zilli if you’re looking for a unique holiday gift. Zilli’s painting the Tour De France was the official image at the first edition of the Giro de Burnaby. Her many works include Canadian Cyclist (36”x36” acrylic on canvas: $1,500 or prints) and Sunset (30”x30” limited-edition giclée print on canvas: $350). For her complete collection, visit bicycleart.ca.
6. The Endura Windchill 2 jackets for men and women offer three-season wind protection with their waterproof stretch front and sleeves and thermal Roubaix underarms, side and back. They also feature pit zips for excellent breathability, a concealed zipper chest pocket, triple pocket on the back, plus reflective sections on the sleeves and rear. $175. livetoplaysports.com