So, what would you get a loved one who has a garage full of bikes? Well, a safe bet is always something not bike related at all. Many of us bike geeks absolutely would benefit from general outdoors gear – a camp towel, a headlamp, or even just a pair of waterproof socks. These things would come in handy daily. For something like a headlamp, it only takes a few minutes with a paint pen to customize it with a personal message into an item that’ll have the receiver thinking of you often.

I’ve had my thinking cap on the last few months about what would be good to include in a gift guide for mountain bikers, and here’s what I’ve amassed. These are things I’ve used personally that have been VERY helpful, and are all a safe bet for a loved one that is also addicted to two wheels.

Without further ado, here are the best Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers for 2025, for every mountain biker’s budget! What did I miss?

Valve Cores – Presta – only $6

A $6 pack of 5 valve cores can absolutely save your ride, as well as diagnose random-flat-tire-syndrome. This dreaded event occurs when old valve cores are too clogged to seal properly.

Presta valves are not what we deserve, but they are very much what we’ve got. Rather than spending $50 on a fancy aftermarket valve, grab a 5 pack of these. When you bend your valve core, or discover it’s so clogged full of sealant that it’ll never tighten down correctly again, you’ll be thankful you have one of these in your pack, and a spare in your toolbox.

Currently at JensonUSA for only $2.

Tire levers that don’t suck – $5.25

A perfect stocking stuffer???

Wide, stiff, and strong, these Pedros levers have FAR outlasted the bigger metal levers I’ve also used. And they aren’t expensive.

These pedros levers have been “ol faithful” for years now. In fact, I liked them so much I bought a second set to keep in my travel tool kit. When metal tire levers have bent, these have survived for the long haul. The spoke hook works VERY well, too- easy, simply, and solid. HIGHLY recommended!

Currently at JensonUSA for only $5.23.

Spare Inner Tubes – only $8

For any ride longer than a comfy walk back to home, I feel like it’s worth it to carry an inner tube. Yes, a plug kit might fix your flat. If it does, then sure, it’s easier and quicker. But I have about a 10% success rate with tire plugs, as most of my flat tires are either a giant gash, or a slice between the bead and the sidewall. Plugs are great for a tidy little singular hole, but for those larger more brutal cuts, nahhhh.

Normally, I carry both tubes and plugs, and I have a 90+% success rate of riding home upon a spare inner tube.

Fun fact: a spare inner tube can also be used as a makeshift collarbone splint.

Currently at JensonUSA for only $8.

Practical Multi-Tool – $17

Small enough to fit in your pocket and be easy to use. Sure, it doesn’t have an 8mm or a chain too, but it is PERFECT for adjusting bars, stems, levers, seatposts, and more.

I have a Lezyne mini multi from waaaay BITD, when I worked there in 2008. I still use it. It’s not going to tighten up loose cranks, pedals, or large pivot points, but it is something I grab daily to set up a new bike. It’s smaller and less obtrusive than the big tools, so it’s easier to carry on every ride. It’s also just plain less clumsy than the big tools- so I find myself using it more often. This makes it ideal for tweaking bike set up, and I keep one in my van.

*I also use this Pro tool that competes with it, but the Pro version has been out of stock.

Currently at JensonUSA for $17.

SRAM Transmission Quick Links – $21

I don’t care that your drivetrain was $1500. This $20 pack of 4x quick links is a necessity. I’ve broken tons of these T-Type chains, and this is the only thing to safely get that bike rideable again.

SRAM Transmission Quick Link: EVERY ebike rider needs a spare T-type quick link- grab this 4 pack, and your loved one can tape on directly to their eBike’s dropper cable, have a spare for the hydration pack, a spare for the van, and a bonus one to lose in the toolbox at home.

Currently at JensonUSA for $21.

ODI Elite Pro Grips – $25

There are LOTS of good grips out there in this day and age. But I almost always default to these. They simply work. Comfy, durable, and affordable. Boom.

I’ve juggled 12-20 bikes a season the last few years, and these grips have kept me from going insane. They simply work. Fantastic rubber compound that lasts and lasts, yet is plenty comfy. SOLID 3mm locking bolt that has held up well. Great overall diameter for my normal sized hands.

Normal price, great durability.

10/10, would recommend.

Currently at JensonUSA for $25.

Tubeless Sealant – $40

Both Orange Seal and Stans make great products. Orange Seal becomes a little thicker over time, Stans evaporates a little more- each has its perks, but both work just fine.

Pick your favorite sealant, and be a Richard about it.

I enjoy Stans because it’s easy to use, and generally doesn’t clog up in tires or valve stems.

For someone with lightweight tires in the desert, then the Orange seal may be a bit better, as it becomes a bit thicker, but I’m absolutely fine with either of these products.

Literally EVERY mountain biker needs some sealant, both of these options are great.

Both Stans and Orange Seal are currently at JensonUSA for $40.

Big Multi Tool – $47.95

This Topeak multi-tool has rescued many a ride for me now, and it’s still quite slim.

I got one of these after Pivot Cycles gave me one, and it’s still alive several years later. It’s been solid! I use this in my hydration pack, and even carry with it me in my pocket on longer eMTB rides. It has two critical things I absolutely need to use, the first being an 8mm for tightening crank bolts, pedals, and pivot bolts.

The second bit of gold is the chain tool. We’re not pushing pins back in (unless we are in an extreme pinch) but we are often pushing pins out to use a quick link to repair a busted chain.

This tool has it all, and isn’t too massive. It will loosen up over time, but it is easily tightened back up. Would absolutely recommend it!

Currently at JensonUSA for $47.95.

The Ultimate Mini Pump – $48

The pump I carry in my hydration pack. I’ve tried another half dozen pumps, but keep coming back to this one. It moves a HUGE amount of air, despite it’s small size. The flexible hose doesn’t remove valve cores, and attaches far more securely than a traditional (OneUp…) slip fit.

I’ve used this same pump under a different brand for nearly a decade now. It’s impressive. It’s simple, small, clean, and works very well. It puts so much air into my tire that I often over-inflate when using it!

If you’ve fought a trailside battle with any other mini pump, you know how rare that is…

The OneUp pumps are common and cheap, and I do have one of those too, but I prefer this one, it is much easier to use, and much more reliable.

Currently at JensonUSA for $48.

On Board Tool Kit – $93.95

A dock, complete with both a plug kit and a wonderful multi tool. This has been solid for me.

Park Tool gave me this kit a few years ago, and I found it SO handy!

I’ve installed it on the under top-tube mounts on the Ibis HD6, but then ended up carrying the plugs and tool in my hydration pack the last few years. It’s been great! Its a bit hefty, but it has everything you need between the plugs and the multi tool.

With so many bikes having the under top tube M5 bosses installed, a docked tool system like this is VERY convenient.

Currently at JensonUSA for $93.95.

Torque Wrench with Bits – $125

Every serious mechanic needs a good torque wrench. This one includes the bits you’ll actually need, and won’t break the bank.

Shimano gave me one of these a couple years back, and I’m still using it often. For all carbon bar installs, and most brake lever installs on carbon bars, I absolutely use this thing!

I often change between the 4mm, 5mm, and T25 bits that it includes, but the full list of included bits are M3, M4, M5, M6 T25 and T30 chrome vanadium sockets and even an extension.

Currently at JensonUSA for $125.

Gifts for MTB Kids & Juniors:

If you’re lucky enough to have a kiddo in the MTB game, here are a few high quality gift ideas that will absolutely improve their experience. My daughter is now 9 years old, and I absolutely cherish our trailside memories.

Troy Lee’s Real Mountain Biking Shorts – $26

Solid, yet lightweight, shorts can really help ward off blackberry bushes.

When your daughter only wants to wear lightweight tights, or super duper short shorts, and there are TONS of blackberry bushes, what do you do?

Grab some bomber shorts! These have held up great for us.

Plenty cool for those hot summer rides, but plenty strong to last the long haul.

Currently at JensonUSA for $26.

Five Ten Freerider Kids Shoes – $56

Nearly every kid on our local hill is wearing these- and that’s not a coincidence! Get your kid some real shoes, it’s plain safer.

I have bought two pairs of these shoes for my daughter thus far. She loves them! They are SO grippy, and you absolutely want kids learning to ride with flat pedals first. Velcro straps help kiddo remain independent.

10/10!

Currently at JensonUSA for $56.

Pit Viper Junior Sized Glasses – $69.69

I’m the last guy to be hyping up Pit Vipers. I know Chuck (company founder), he’s a great dude, and the product is pretty darn good. But it’s a bit loud for my tastes. However, this list isn’t for me- it’s for our kids. And kids love these!

Pit Viper stoked me out with a set of these for my daughter, and she absolutely LOVES them. They have been by far her favorite sunglasses. Now, she normally wears glasses, and knows to treat eyewear respectfully. To be fair, I’m not sure 8 year old Jeff would be that good with them.

But kids just LOVE these things- and they’ve held up very well for us. I have to LOL when I get to her summer camp, and she’s the quiet shy kid with the loudest glasses of the whole gymnasium, but hey, she loves them!

Currently at JensonUSA for $69.69.

Chromag Radar Kids Pedals – $94

Real mountain bikin’ kids need real pedals!

Yes, they are expensive. But they are the best.

I got these for my daughter about 4 years ago, and have ZERO regrets. With how wet it is in the PNW, these plus the Five Ten Freeriders and I know my daughter can pedal safely. And that’s priceless!

The platform is small though- I’d suggest a larger pedal by age ~10 or so- sooner for those with big flipper feets.

Currently at JensonUSA for $94.

Kids Full Squish e-MTB – $4,900

My daughter has been over the moon with the e-bike. At only 8 years old, this took our normal 8 mile, 2000′ ride from painful to joyful. Kids are small, and even small rides feel huge to them. An e-MTB keeps more rides within the “fun zone,” which keeps kids more interested in the sport.

A kid can dream, right? We are riding the 24” version of this thanks to a loan from Rocky Mountain. It’s been great!

We love that no tow-strap is needed for my daughter to keep up with the grown ups, and there have been times she has even towed her friends up the hills. An 8 or 9 year old kiddo can usually do a good 1000’ of (not steep) climbing, but any more and it is exhausting.

Open up a ton more fun for your kiddo with a small ebike!

Currently at JensonUSA for $4,900.

And, that’s a wrap! Covering budgets big to small, from stocking stuffers to gear so big it won’t fit under the tree…

What’s on your grown-up Christmas list?

1 comment

Savannah Wishart December 10, 2025 - 1:56 pm

I hope you are excited for Santa to bring you a collection of tubeless tires and tire levers for Christmas. 😂 Or is this not a private wishlist for JKW?

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