If Santa’s sleigh ran on tubeless tyres and marginal gains, it would definitely stop at Merlin Cycles. With Christmas fast approaching, we asked the Merlin team what they’d really like to find under the tree this year. The result? A festive wishlist packed full of trending cycling tech, must-have accessories and a few fun surprises — all available right here at Merlin Cycles.
Whether you’re buying for a seasoned racer, a gravel adventurer or a weekend coffee-ride specialist, consider this your ultimate cycling gift guide.
Kicking off the Christmas wishlist is Steve from the Customer Service Team. He’s clearly been a very well behaved one this year and has his eyes on the Santa Cruz Heckler SL! Steve is usually found on skinny tyres, so clearly he’s got some plans for off-road adventures next year, heading off to the Trails in his Camper Van and smashing some mountains all with the assistance of a powerful electric motor!!
If there was ever a man who liked his cycling jackets, it is Paul our General Manager. He has taken a real liking to Albion Clothing since we started stocking it this year and has got his eyes on the incredibly warm Zoa Insulated Mountain Jacket. Designed to keep you ‘riding for longer’, the jacket will ensure Paul can keep warm and comfortable coming back from the late night Cycling Club at the Brewery!
Confession, this one I have already treated myself too! As someone who has always suffered from cold feet whilst riding, these Northwave Celsius XT Arctic GTX Winter Boots should see me riding all through winter on my gravel commute or weekend MTB rides. Look out for a full review coming once I’ve put them through their paces!
Expert mechanic Martin has also been a good boy this year and is another one looking at changing his mountain bike and head off into the mountains. With 150mm of travel the Santa Cruz Hightower is the perfect bike for smashing round Rivington where Martin can normally be found after work!
No Christmas wishlist would be complete without the socks, and the brand Sox have got your feet covered! Julie from our Warehouse team has selected some incredible designs for her wishlist. Which ones will you choose? See their full range here.
Last, but by no means least is Matt – expert road cyclist! This is a special bike belonging to the 2008 Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre which features an incredible one-off paint job. The bike is currently on display in our Chorley showroom with the rest of the Moda bikes range. Find out more here.
🎁 Stocking Fillers & Small Gifts That Always Win
If you’re shopping for smaller gifts or Secret Santa ideas, you can’t go wrong with:
Sometimes it’s the little upgrades that make the biggest difference.
🎄 Merry Christmas from Merlin Cycles
From performance upgrades to practical winter essentials (and the odd fun extra), this wishlist shows what cyclists are truly hoping for this Christmas. Whatever you’re shopping for, Merlin Cycles has something to make every rider’s festive season faster, warmer and more fun.
Happy Christmas — and here’s to plenty of great rides in the New Year! 🚴♀️✨
