A Few of Our Favorite Things
The holiday shopping season is here, and Jonathan and Colin are spilling the details on some of their all-time favorite cycling essentials. Whether you’re treating yourself or looking for the perfect gift for the cyclist in your life, these picks are absolute winners.
JONATHAN’S PICKS:
Waxed (Silca Secret) Chain
Not just for the marginal gainers. A waxed chain is quiet, efficient and will save you on repair bills by prolonging the life of your drivetrain. These days, some user-friendly products have made at home waxing easier, but a pre-waxed chain or waxing your existing chain will save you from any hassle with a quick pit stop at the shop. Pictured: Waxed (Silca Secret) SRAM Red AXS Chain.
ENVE Bar Tape
Wet? Dry? Doesn’t matter. It’s grippy, durable, and wraps like a dream. Long enough even for wide handlebars.
CeramicSpeed Drivetrain Cleaner
Magic in a bottle. Say goodbye to grime—this stuff keeps your drivetrain spotless with zero hassle.
Form ThrOne RS TI Saddle
Almost too good to be true. This saddle fits almost everyone—road, gravel, all genders, all sizes.
Dynaplug Racer Pro
This reliable piece of kit fits easily into almost any saddle bag or flat kit and is a lifesaver in the worst situations. Each Dynaplug kit includes 4 replaceable plugs, both large and small, for punctures of all sizes. Bonus - grab our limited-edition ACME x Dynaplug collaboration!
COLIN’S PICKS:
Daysaver Essential8 + Coworking5
The ultimate compact tool combo. The Essential8 mimics a standard L-key with eight nested bits, while the Coworking5 adds a tire lever, chain breaker, spoke wrench, valve tool, and chain link holder. Held together by magnets, this lightweight duo is a saddle bag must-have. Get one or bundle together.
Fumpa Pumps
Redefine your pumping game. This compact red brick is a game-changer, inflating tires quickly and accurately without the arm workout. Great for travel, and it might just replace your floor pump at home.
Berk Ploh Carbon Saddle
Light on weight, not on comfort. This sleek, lightweight saddle delivers surprising comfort for such a minimal design. With its range of color options, it’s as stylish as it is functional.
Garmin Varia + ACME Custom 3D-Printed Mount
Once you ride with it, there’s no going back. The Garmin Varia is as essential as a helmet. Paired with our custom 3D-printed mount, it integrates perfectly with Specialized, Selle Italia, Selle San Marco, and more.
ENVE Melee
Speed you feel, comfort you don’t expect. As a bike shop owner, you might assume I own a dozen bikes. In reality, I rotate between just two—the No. 22 Drifter-X for dirt and the ENVE Melee for pavement. While I could rave on about the No. 22, the Melee deserves its spotlight: fast, balanced, and surprisingly comfortable. Whether it’s an hour-long rip around the reservoir or racking up the miles on a long summer day, the Melee delivers. For ENVE’s first production road bike, they absolutely nailed it.
When in doubt - get a fit! The ultimate must-have for every cyclist. Everything else on this list is secondary if you haven’t had a bike fit first.
Want to ride pain-free? Get a fit.
Want to increase efficiency? Get a fit.
Want to ride faster or farther? Get a fit.
Unsure which new bike is best for you? Get a fit.
Need the perfect holiday gift for a cyclist? Gift a fit.
🎁 Ready to gear up? Shop all our holiday picks online or visit us at ACME Katonah for everything cycling! 🚴♀️