As an avid bikepacker, I know firsthand how much the right gear matters. Without it, I would’ve frozen my butt off on the Ausangate Circuit in Peru (okay, I still kind of did…), wandered off route on a solo trip through Slovenia (no comment), or run out of water on the Queen’s Ransom in Arizona (thankfully avoided that one).
But if you’re not deep in the world of bags, gadgets, and ultralight gear we obsess over, finding a great gift for the bikepacker in your life can feel… daunting. So I’ve made it easy. Below is a curated list of my favorite bikepacking gift ideas—things I personally use and love, or would happily tear into on Christmas morning.
From true essentials to thoughtful little ‘luxuries,’ these picks are sure to spark new adventures and make any bikepacker’s next trip just a little bit better.
Have a bikepacking gift idea you think I should include? Get in touch!
Bikepacking Gifts: $10 – $20 Range
Smooth out the aches and pains
Lightweight Massage Ball
Who it’s for: Bikepackers doing long days or those prone to sore muscles (which is all of us…)
Why I love it: Lightweight, can use on feet back, butt, neck, etc…
For small bits & bobs
Humangear GoTubbs
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who like things neat and organized
Why I love it: Great for small items like ibuprofen, medications, ointment, spices, etc…
Secure literally anything
Voile Straps
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker. These are literally priceless
Why I love it: Secure anything or use them for gear repairs and quick fixes
Bikepacking Utensil
Long-Handled Spork
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who make their own food
Why I love it: Long handle allows you to reach the bottom of pots or dehydrated meal bags
For bikepacking dinners
Backpackers Pantry Dehydrated Meals
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who want to make meals easy and efficient
Why I love it: Taste great (most of them), good amount of calories
Enjoying a dehydrated meal on the White Rim Trail in Moab
Prevent Chafing
All Good Goop
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who are prone to chafing — especially the ladies
Why I love it: A little goes a long way, lasts longer than chamois cream, multi-purpose (great for lip balm)
Tip: I put a scoop of this it my HumanGear Go Tubbs!
For going #2 in the woods
Pact Trowel
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who do wild or dispersed camping (i.e. not at a campground)
Why I love it: Lightweight, easy to dig with, has a 6” mark so you know how deep to dig
Stay warm with a campfire
MagStrike Fire Starter
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who camp in fire-safe areas
Why I love it: Lightweight, reliable, start a fire in any conditions
Start the morning right
Verve Instant Coffee
Who it’s for: Coffee snob-ish bikepackers
Why I love it: Great tasting instant coffee
good hygeine
Pact Wipes
Who it’s for: All bikepacking adventures, especially desert ones where water is scarse
Why I love it: Rehydrate with a bit of water, scent free, biodegradable
Bikepacking Gifts: $20 – $50 Range
Fuel for the adventure
Tailwind Nutrition Starter Kit
Who it’s for: Bikepacker’s doing hard trips or going long miles
Why I love it: Great taste, perfect bundle for one trip
Cold Weather bikepacking
HANDUP Cold Weather Gloves
Who it’s for: Cold-weather bikepackers
Why I love it: Fleece-lined, water repellent, fun colors and patterns to choose from
Cozy camp lighting
Lumi Solar Light
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker!
Why I love it: Lightweight, gives off cozy light, solar or USB-C chargeable
Barrier for your bum
Therm-a-Rest Seat Pad
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker!
Why I love it: Very lightweight, foldable, keep your bum dry and clean
My friend Michelle strapped her Therm-a-Rest Z-Seat Pad to the front of her bike on our Cross-Washington bikepacking trip
Bikepacking Gifts: $50 – $100 Range
Clean drinking water
Life Straw Gravity Filter
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker!
Why I love it: Fast and efficient filtering
keep gear dry
Sea to Summit Dry Bags
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker — these are great for organization even if you’re not biking in wet conditions
Why I love it: Lightweight material, great for organizing and keeping gear dry
keep tech Organized
Cotopaxi Tech Organizer
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who bring GoPros, phones, cables, etc…
Why I love it: Helps organize all your electronics
Keep electronics charged
BioLite PD 40 Battery Bank
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker
Why I love it: Can charge phones 2.5 times, relatively lightweight, very reliable
Inspire the next adventure
Bikepacking: Exploring the Roads Less Cycled
Who it’s for: Bikepackers with wanderlust
Why I love it: Beautiful photos, inspiring stories, great coffee table book
Bikepacking Gifts: $100+ Range
Best bikepacking bags
Custom Route Map
Who it’s for: Bikepackers with some adventures under their belt
Why I love it: Unique gift, support a small business
Best bikepacking bags
Custom Rogue Panda Bag
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker who needs a frame bag, handlebar roll, seat bag, or accessory bag
Why I love it: Super high quality, made in Flagstaff, AZ, choose from fun colors and patterns, frame bags specifically measured to your bike
My Juliana Joplin fitted with a custom Rogue Panda frame bag and seat bag on a bikepacking trip in Costa Rica
Best bikepacking bags
Jetboil Stash
Who it’s for: Bikepackers who cook their meals
Why I love it: Very compact and lightweight, comes with a post and lid
Best bikepacking bags
Ibex Merino Indie Hoodie
Who it’s for: Any bikepacker — especially those who value high quality apparel
Why I love it: High-quality merino, wicks sweat, doesn’t smell!
Wearing my Ibex Merino Indie Hoodie in Patagonia – look at those lupines!
Best bikepacking Puffy
Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket
Who it’s for: Cold nights
Why I love it: Synthetic filling means you can get it wet, very lightweight yet surprisingly warm, stuffs down small
Wearing my Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket on my Cross-Washington Bikepacking Trip
Avoid getting lost
Garmin Edge Computer
Who it’s for: Multi-day bikepacking trips with more complication navigation
Why I love it: User-friendly, reliable
My favorite bikepacking shade
Ombraz Sunglasses
Who it’s for: All bikepackers!
Why I love it: No side arms to break, great clarity, neck cord so you don’t leave them behind
