Best Mountain Bike Gifts Under $100

If you gave a mountain biker $100, what would they buy? These are the items Singletracks readers and editors alike are buying this year.
By Leah Barber and Jeff Barber
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Do you know a mountain biker that says they “don’t want anything”? Well, they’re lying. They just don’t have the heart to tell you what they really want is another mountain bike. If a new bike isn’t in your budget but you still want to wow them, these mountain bike gifts under $100 go beyond the basics and include some of the coolest gear we’ve tested this year.

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A person wearing a white cycling helmet and stylish purple Tifosi Moab sunglasses smiles, with a blurred background of autumn-colored foliage.

1. Tifosi Moab Sunglasses

  • Price: $79.95
  • Buy from Tifosi

The Tifosi Moab sunglases feature large, interchangeable lenses that are vented to prevent fogging, making these a great choice for any conditions. The lightweight frame, along with the adjustable nose and ear pads, delivers a comfortable fit for long days in the saddle. Choose from a three-lens set or a single Fototec lens that darkens in bright sunlight. Available in four frame options, including Plum Passion shown here.

A man wearing a long-sleeve, olive green plaid shirt, standing against a neutral background. The shirt features a button-up design and a single chest pocket. He has short, styled hair and a light beard. He is looking slightly off to the side, projecting a relaxed demeanor.

2. Backcountry Slickrock Long-Sleeve Button-Up Jersey

The Backcountry Slickrock button-up jersey is about as fully featured as they come, with a zippered side pocket, eyewear wipe, and reflective accents for riding the trails, or riding around town. The polyester-blend material is quick drying while the long-sleeve, button-up design gives you options throughout the day to roll up your sleeves and open the front when it’s hot, and batton down the hatches for cool descents.

3. Fidlock Twist Bottle & Base System

  • Price: $44.99 – $59.99
  • Buy from Fidlock

The Fidlock Twist Bottle & Base System looks sleek and makes it easy to grab a swig on the go. Fidlock’s patented tech uses powerful magnets to ensure a secure connection between bottle and bike that releases only when twisted. Fidlock bottles are BPA-free and the 750ml bottle shown includes a dust cap to ensure your hydration remains fresh and clean every single ride. Fidlock Twist Bottle & Base Systems are also available in smaller 590ml and 450ml sizes to fit even more frames.

4. Fix Manufacturing All Time Belt + Wheelie Wrench Multi-tool

When it comes to mountain biking, being prepared is the name of the game! The Fix Manufacting All Time Belt includes a holster for the 17-function Wheelie Wrench multi-tool that can handle a wide variety of trailside repairs. Attaches to a belt or a hip pack waist strap for easy access.

Close-up of an orange bicycle handlebar grip, featuring a textured surface for improved handling. The image also shows a part of the brake lever and a simple clamp. The background is composed of soft-focus greenery, suggesting an outdoor setting.

5. Trail One Hell’s Gate Grips

The Trail One Hell’s Gate grips are like a mashup of our favorite mountain bike grips with a partial flange, mushroom cap inner grip, and solid finger rests for maximum comfort and control. The single-side lock-on design makes these grips easy to install, and with eight colors to choose from (including our favorites 🟧 and 🟪), these are an inexpensive and fun way to customize your bike!

6. KETL Mtn Skid Mark MTB Shorts

The KETL Mtn Skid Mark shorts have a nice, premium feel and are chock-full of technical features like a water-resistant coating and zippered mesh pockets that hold items securely and double as ventilation on the hottest summer days. KETL offers free lifetime repairs, so these shorts should last for many seasons to come.

A person holding two bicycle inner tubes: a brown, smaller tube in the left hand and a larger black tube labeled "29 x" in the right hand, set against a natural background.
Photo: WTB

7. WTB NanoAir TPU Tube

  • Price: $34.95
  • Buy from REI

It’s a good idea to carry a spare tube for emergencies; thankfully, with today’s tubeless tires we rarely need to use one. Our just-in-case choice: a lightweight tube like the WTB NanoAir TPU tube. It saves weight and takes up very little space in a pack or storage compartment, and is durable enough to use more than once. Getting a flat tire sucks; carrying a spare around for hundreds of miles doesn’t have to.

Flextail mini bike pump being held in gloved hand in front of the Golden Gate Bridge

8. Flextail Tiny Bike Pump

  • Price: $99.99 (currently on sale for $59.99)
  • Buy from Flextail or Amazon

Everyone, it seems, is looking to get a gadget like the Flextail rechargeable bike pump this year. We were skeptical at first but have come to love the convenience of an electric pump that is easy to pack, and doesn’t require an arm workout to inflate a tire.

9. Endura BaaBaa Merino Winter Sock

Endura is known for quality gear that resists the elements, and the BaaBaa merino winter sock is one of our favorites for mountain biking. This wool-blend is water-resistant and provides excellent insulation, plus it features a padded sole for extra comfort.

10. Roark Bless Up Breathable Stretch Shirt

  • Price: $89 | $69 sale (select styles)
  • Buy from Roark

The Roak Bless Up might look like a good choice for dropping by a friend’s BBQ, but it’s an even better choice on the trail thanks to highly vented fabric and a button front you can open to let in even more breeze on the descents. Plus it’s quick-dry and stretchy too.

11. Silca Chain Waxing System

It seems like the Silca Chain Waxing System has been sold out all year, so we’re pleasantly surprised to see it back just in time for gift-giving season. Waxing your chain provides performance and durability benefits over traditional lubes, and this kit makes it easy to do at home. Don’t forget the super secret hot wax!

12. Patagonia Dirt Roamer Hip Pack

The Patagonia Dirt Roamer Hip pack is well-made and thoughtfully designed for mountain biking. With 3L of storage capacity, there’s room for essentials like snacks, tools, and supplies, plus you can also strap an extra layer outside AND carry two full-size water bottles. The wide waist strap is comfortable enough to wear all day long and does a great job stabilizing the pack even on the bumpiest trails.

13. KOM Cycling Tubeless Tire Kit

We tested almost a dozen tubeless tire repair tools this year, and the KOM Cycling Tubeless Tire Kit is our favorite thanks to its simple, compact design and sharp needle for getting through the burliest tires. Our second favorite tool, from Muc-off, sports a T-handle that also makes it easy to shove thick plugs into tough, stubborn tires.

A person wearing gloves holds an open tool pouch containing various bike repair tools, including a multi-bit screwdriver and several screwdriver bits. In the background, part of a mountain bike is visible, set against a natural outdoor setting.
Photo: Granite Designs

14. Granite RocknRoll TQ Torque Ratchet Tool Kit

The Granite RocknRoll TQ is a slick compact tool that not only packs a 2-10Nm torque wrench, it also features a ratchet handle that’s perfect for working in tight spaces on the bike. The kit includes 10 bits covering the most common hex and Torx sizes, plus a carrying case for keeping everything organized and secure.

15. Skratch Energy Chews

  • Price: $23.95 (10 pack)
  • Buy from Amazon

Skratch Energy Chews are made with real fruit and offer a blend of glucose and fructose to keep mountain bikers fueled and energized for the ride. Not only that, they taste great too! There are no dyes or artificial flavors, and Skratch Energy Chews are vegan.

16. Crank Brothers S.O.S. TS18 Tube Stash Tool Kit

Inflation? Check. Chain repair? Check. Multi-tool? Done. The Crankbrothers S.O.S. TS18 stash tool kit has pretty much everything you need to deal with common trailside repairs, and we love that you can easily attach it to either a bottle or accessory mount on your frame.

Close-up of a shiny silver PNW Loam aluminum bicycle stem, featuring the brand "PNW" inscribed in the center, resting on a textured surface. The stem is secured with black screws at both ends.

17. PNW Loam Stem

Your mountain bike stem leads the way, yet most of us are running whatever came stock with our bike. The PNW Loam stem is beautifully machined from 6061 aluminum alloy; holding it in your hand, you can feel the quality. Not only is this likely an upgrade to your stock stem, it’s also a chance to get a stem that’s just the right length for a comfortable cockpit.

18. REI Co-op Junction stem bag

  • Price: $29.95 | $17.93 sale
  • Buy from REI.

This stem bag is quite possibly our favorite piece in the REI Co-op Junction bag collection. It’s super useful for backpacking and everyday trail rides to carry an extra water bottle (even fits a 32oz Nalgene!), snacks, tools or anything you would want easy access to.

mtb gifts knog bell
Photo: Matt Miller

19. Knog Oi Bell

Crowded multi-use trails are here to stay. Don’t be that jerk trying to PR the 1.5-mile beginner trail on Saturday morning by weaving in and out of people and riding everyone’s rear tire. No need to be shouty or aggressive, let your presence be known with a bell. Or even a polite ‘Hi!’ will do the trick.

20. Knog Blinder 900 bike light

The Knog Blinder 900 bike light can be mounted on your handlebars or helmet and can last up to 2 hours on high! It has a slightly wider beam pattern than other mountain bike lights so it makes a good choice for road and gravel use as well.

21. Pearl Izumi Men’s Summit Barrier Jacket

The Pearl Izumi Summit Barrier Jacket is an uber lightweight and packable windproof jacket that can be stashed away in almost any pocket or bag. It drapes over the shoulders nicely without getting in the way while riding. It has a back tail to keep your behind dry and warm. Not-too-tight elastic bands around the waist and wrist keep the jacket in place when in motion. I found the sizing guide to be pretty accurate. The relaxed fit seems to keep mountain biking in mind but this jacket can easily be worn on any bicycle adventure. 

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22. VHS 2.0 Slapper Tape

  • Price: $25 (6 colors available)
  • Available at Amazon

We love a clever and useful gift like this chain slapper tape from Velocity Hucking Systems. Gen Z may not fully appreciate the play on words, but everyone will find the protection and quiet downhill runs most excellent.

 
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