This week on the show, Craig rolls solo for a special 2025 Gravel Ride Holiday Gift Guide — a curated list of the gear, tools, apparel, and wellness upgrades that have genuinely made a difference in his riding this year.

From multi-tools that saved a ride on Mt. Tam, to suspension stems that smooth out rough descents, to merino layers that work year-round, and even at-home blood testing that helps older athletes stay healthy — this list is built from real-world use, real stories, and real benefit.

Whether you're buying for a cyclist in your life, or you are the cyclist in your life, this guide captures a range of thoughtful gifts across all budgets.

Products featured:

• Wolf Tooth — 8-Bit Pack Pliers, Color Shop accents

• Redshift Sports — ShockStop Pro Stem, Arclight Pro Clipless Pedals

• Pinebury — Merino Wool Tee

• Topeak — JoeBlow Floor Pump, Digital Mini Pump, Torque Ratchet Set

• Dynamic Cyclist — Stretching & Strength Program (THEGRAVELRIDE - 10% off)

• MTB Hopper — Core Balance Board

• Rhythm Health — At-home blood testing (Use my code VGVSY1GY for $20 off)

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