{"id":120712,"date":"2026-05-15T20:16:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T20:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/basketball.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/15\/best-cycling-gear-deals-2026-rei-anniversary-sale\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T20:16:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T20:16:58","slug":"best-cycling-gear-deals-2026-rei-anniversary-sale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/basketball.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/15\/best-cycling-gear-deals-2026-rei-anniversary-sale\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cycling Gear Deals: 2026 REI Anniversary Sale"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"justify-start\">\n<nav class=\"align-left col-span-full mb-base\" data-pom-e2e-test-id=\"breadcrumbs\"\/>\n<p>I sifted through the noise at REI to find the high-performance gear actually worth your money. From $100 off the Garmin Edge 1050 to Giro helmets and Camelbak bottles, here are 19 technical picks you shouldn&#8217;t miss.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"border-border-light border-t py-base-tight\">\n<div class=\"flex h-4 justify-between\">\n<div class=\"flex gap-x-base-tight\">\n<div class=\"\"><button class=\"inline-flex shrink-0 items-center justify-center rounded-full hover:cursor-pointer bg-bg-surface hover:bg-bg-light focus:bg-bg-dark text-primary border border-solid border-border-light aria-pressed:bg-brand-primary aria-pressed:text-text-surface py-very-tight px-base-tight gap-tight font-semibold font-utility-2 opacity-50\" aria-label=\"Loading audio\" aria-pressed=\"false\" id=\"article-listen-button\" disabled=\"\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" class=\"\"><title>Listen to this article<\/title><path d=\"M12.5265 16.2C12.2326 16.2 12.0122 16.1265 11.7184 16.053C11.2775 15.9061 10.9102 15.6122 10.6898 15.2449C10.4694 14.8775 10.3959 14.4367 10.5428 13.9959L11.5714 10.3959C11.6449 10.1755 11.7184 9.95509 11.8653 9.80815C12.0122 9.66121 12.1592 9.51427 12.3796 9.36733C12.6 9.29386 12.8204 9.2204 13.0408 9.14693C13.2612 9.14693 13.4816 9.14693 13.702 9.2204H13.7755C14.2163 9.36733 14.5837 9.58774 14.951 9.95509C14.951 9.66121 14.951 9.29386 14.951 8.99999C14.951 7.38366 14.2898 5.8408 13.1877 4.73876C12.0122 3.56325 10.5428 2.9755 8.92652 2.9755C7.31019 2.9755 5.76733 3.63672 4.66529 4.73876C3.48978 5.8408 2.82856 7.38366 2.82856 8.99999C2.82856 9.29386 2.82856 9.66121 2.82856 9.95509C3.12244 9.66121 3.56325 9.36733 4.00407 9.2204H4.07754C4.29795 9.14693 4.51835 9.14693 4.73876 9.14693C4.95917 9.14693 5.17958 9.2204 5.39999 9.36733C5.6204 9.4408 5.76733 9.58774 5.91427 9.80815C6.06121 9.95509 6.13468 10.1755 6.20815 10.3959L7.23672 13.9959C7.38366 14.4367 7.31019 14.8775 7.08978 15.2449C6.86938 15.6122 6.50203 15.9061 6.13468 16.053C5.76733 16.2 5.39999 16.2 5.03264 16.2C4.66529 16.1265 4.29795 16.053 4.00407 15.9061C3.63672 15.6122 3.41631 15.3918 3.12244 15.0979C2.90203 14.8775 2.75509 14.5102 2.68162 14.1428L2.38774 13.0408L2.2408 12.6735C2.2408 12.6 2.16733 12.453 2.16733 12.3796C1.87346 11.2775 1.79999 10.1755 1.79999 8.99999C1.79999 7.08978 2.53468 5.25305 3.9306 3.9306C5.25305 2.60815 7.08978 1.79999 8.99999 1.79999C10.9102 1.79999 12.7469 2.53468 14.0694 3.9306C15.3918 5.25305 16.2 7.08978 16.2 8.99999C16.2 10.102 16.053 11.2775 15.8326 12.3796C15.8326 12.453 15.7592 12.6 15.7592 12.6735L15.6857 12.9673V13.0408L15.1714 14.1428C15.0979 14.5102 14.8775 14.8041 14.6571 15.0979C14.4367 15.3918 14.1428 15.6122 13.849 15.7592C13.5551 15.9061 13.1877 16.053 12.8204 16.053C12.7469 16.1265 12.6735 16.2 12.5265 16.2ZM3.71019 13.849C3.78366 14.0694 3.85713 14.2163 4.00407 14.4367C4.15101 14.6571 4.29795 14.7306 4.51835 14.8775C4.73876 14.951 4.8857 15.0245 5.10611 15.0979C5.32652 15.0979 5.54693 15.0979 5.76733 15.0245C5.98774 14.951 6.06121 14.8775 6.13468 14.7306C6.20815 14.5837 6.20815 14.4367 6.20815 14.2898L5.17958 10.6898C5.17958 10.6163 5.10611 10.5428 5.10611 10.4694C5.03264 10.4694 4.95917 10.3959 4.8857 10.3224C4.81223 10.3224 4.73876 10.249 4.66529 10.249C4.59182 10.249 4.51836 10.249 4.44489 10.249H4.37142C3.9306 10.3959 3.63672 10.6898 3.41631 11.0571C3.26938 11.351 3.19591 11.7184 3.26938 12.0857C3.34285 12.3061 3.34284 12.5265 3.41631 12.6735L3.71019 13.849ZM13.2612 10.3224C13.1877 10.3224 13.1877 10.3224 13.2612 10.3224C13.1143 10.3224 13.0408 10.3224 12.9673 10.3959C12.8939 10.4694 12.8204 10.4694 12.8204 10.4694C12.7469 10.5428 12.7469 10.6163 12.7469 10.6898L11.7184 14.2898C11.6449 14.4367 11.7184 14.5837 11.7918 14.7306C11.8653 14.8775 12.0122 14.951 12.0857 15.0245C12.3796 15.0979 12.5265 15.0979 12.7469 15.0979C12.9673 15.0979 13.1877 15.0245 13.3347 14.8775C13.5551 14.8041 13.702 14.6571 13.849 14.4367C13.9959 14.2898 14.0694 14.0694 14.1428 13.849L14.5102 12.6735C14.5837 12.5265 14.5837 12.3061 14.6571 12.1592C14.7306 11.7918 14.6571 11.4245 14.5102 11.1306C14.2898 10.7633 13.9959 10.4694 13.5551 10.3224H13.4816C13.3347 10.3224 13.2612 10.3224 13.2612 10.3224Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/svg><span class=\"hidden sm:inline\">Listen<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/p>\n<p class=\"fp-leadCaption py-tight text-left font-utility text-utility3-size leading-utility3-line-height text-secondary\"> (Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-body\">\n<p>Published May 15, 2026 02:16PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><i>Welcome to Velo Deals. We sift through the retail landscape to bring you deals worth paying attention to. It might be a discount or it might just be a product so good you should grab it. Either way, if it\u2019s worth your time, you\u2019ll see it here. If you\u2019d like to see the rest of the category, check all our <\/i><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/tag\/velo-deals\"><i>Velo Deals<\/i><\/a><i> coverage.<\/i><\/p>\n<p>The biggest REI sale of the year is happening now. While REI is a favorite for the Outside audience, it is a generalist store; for <i>Velo<\/i> readers specifically, finding high-performance bike gear among the camping and climbing equipment takes some time. If you are looking for deals on tents, sleeping bags, or hiking shoes, <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.outsideonline.com\/outdoor-gear\/rei-anniversary-sale-2026\/\">Outside Online<\/a> has already picked the 18 best deals in those categories.<\/p>\n<p>For the bike geeks, I\u2019m diving in with the absolute best deals I could find on technical cycling gear. If you\u2019ve been holding off on a major purchase, now is your chance. If you are looking for something I didn\u2019t see you can check the full cycling sales list on the <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fc%2Fcycling%2Ff%2Fscd-deals%3Fir%3Dcategory%253Acycling%253Bdeals%253ASee%2BAll%2BDeals%26r%3Dc%253Bf\">REI website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/p>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>WTB Nano TCS 700c x 40mm: 65% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985957\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WTB-Nano-TCS-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"WTB Nano TCS deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985957\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WTB-Nano-TCS-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WTB-Nano-TCS-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The reasons these are so deeply discounted is because 40mm tires are now considered too small. Everyone is running 50mm or more except that doesn\u2019t work for a lot of bikes. If you don\u2019t need a tire that big, or if you don\u2019t have the room for a huge tire, then this is a crazy deal on a good tire.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Muc-Off Tubeless rim tape: 30% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_910399\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC_6172.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"The tools you need for a tubeless tire setup\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-910399\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC_6172.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC_6172.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Notice that pink roll of rim tape in the front of that picture? That\u2019s Muc-Off tape which I specifically recommend in my article about <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/tubeless-tire-setup-for-road-tips-and-tricks-you-might-not-know\/\">how to set up road tubeless tires<\/a>. I prefer Muc-Off tape because you can see through it, that makes puncturing the valve hole easier, and because it\u2019s got just the right amount of stretch for an easy application. If you are having an issue with tubeless tires holding air it\u2019s always the tape. Grab an extra roll and have it on hand.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Muc-Off Disc Brake Cleaner: 30% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985950\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Muc-Off-Disc-brake-cleaner-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Muc Off Disc brake cleaner deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985950\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Muc-Off-Disc-brake-cleaner-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Muc-Off-Disc-brake-cleaner-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If your disc brakes are making a racket you have some choices. You could try to figure out why but assuming they are in good shape you could also just use this and be done with it. Pull the rotor and the pads then soak it all and put it all back together. In my experience it is fixed 100% of the time. Simple.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Muc-Off 8-in-1 Bicycle Cleaning Kit: 30% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985951\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Muc-Off-8-in-1-Bicycle-Cleaning-Kit-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Muc-Off 8-in-1 Bicycle Cleaning Kit deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985951\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Muc-Off-8-in-1-Bicycle-Cleaning-Kit-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Muc-Off-8-in-1-Bicycle-Cleaning-Kit-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Are you noticing a trend here? I am a fan of Muc-Off consumables. I have this exact same kit (pushcased before it came with the tub) and I use it all the time. The cleaner does a great job dealing with the drivetrain, the bike protector gets wheels looking great again, and the various brushes all have their place. Buying the kit is a great way to start and the tub is a nice bonus for storage I wish I had.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Topeak Ratchet Rocket Lite DX Tool Kit: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985956\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Topeak-Ratchet-Rocket-Lite-DX-Tool-Kit-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Topeak Ratchet Rocket Lite DX Tool Kit deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985956\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Topeak-Ratchet-Rocket-Lite-DX-Tool-Kit-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Topeak-Ratchet-Rocket-Lite-DX-Tool-Kit-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One thing I strongly believe is that most cycling mini tools aren\u2019t quite right. When I wrote about <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/what-i-bring-on-every-bike-ride-to-avoid-a-phone-call-home\/\">what I bring on every ride to avoid a phone call home<\/a>, you\u2019ll notice I included a ratchet system. I love it because you can add and delete what you need so it\u2019s tailored to you. Now that article actually features a different system but this Topeak is just as good and this is a much better deal. Start off with what\u2019s included and if you need to you can always remove the tool and bits from the case and switch up what bits you have.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Giro Aries Sherical: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_943499\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_9811.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Giro Aries Spherical - best bike helmets\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1597\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-943499\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_9811.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_9811.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I included this in the <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/best-bike-helmets\/#7\">Velo best bike helmet buyers guide<\/a> partly because I like the design of the light you can add to it. That\u2019s just a bonus, though. The Aries is for anyone who prefers to feel significant airflow across their head on hot days. It\u2019s light and airy with a very innovative set of safety features.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Shimano PD-M520 SPD Pedals: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985953\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-SPD-pedals-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Shimano SPD pedals deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985953\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-SPD-pedals-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-SPD-pedals-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is not one of those times you have to put a lot of thought into a purchase. Shimano SPD pedals are bullet proof and these are cheap. If your bearings are feeling a little rough, grab some new pedals.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Shimano Ultegra SPD-SL Pedals: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985955\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-Ultegra-SPD-SL-Pedals-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Shimano Ultegra SPD-SL Pedals deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985955\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-Ultegra-SPD-SL-Pedals-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-Ultegra-SPD-SL-Pedals-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I just wrote the entry above about how you didn\u2019t think much because they were cheap and they worked. When it comes to road pedals it is worth considering your system a bit more. That said, you won\u2019t go wrong with Shimano and Ultegra level is the best price vs performance level.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Shimano SPD-SL 6-Degree Cleats: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985954\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-SPD-SL-Cleats-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Shimano SPD-SL Cleats deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985954\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-SPD-SL-Cleats-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Shimano-SPD-SL-Cleats-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I love when I can recommend consumables on sale. If you are running an SPD-SL pedal you\u2019ll need cleats eventually, grab them while they are on sale.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Pearl Izumi Expedition Pro Bib Shorts for Men and Women: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985960\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Pearl-Izumi-Expedition-Pro-Bib-Shorts-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Pearl Izumi Expedition Pro Bib Shorts deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985960\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Pearl-Izumi-Expedition-Pro-Bib-Shorts-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Pearl-Izumi-Expedition-Pro-Bib-Shorts-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Pearl Izumi makes great gear but the Expedition Pro is a step above that. These are some of the best gravel focused bib shorts on the market, from any brand. The chamois is thin but lasts all day and the fit is perfectly compressive. I used the men\u2019s link up above but for REI also has the <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F244682%2Fpearl-izumi-expedition-pro-cycling-bib-shorts-womens\">Expedition Pro bib shorts for women<\/a> at the same price.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Crankbrothers Candy XC unisex gravel shoes: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985946\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Crankbrothers-Candy-XC-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Crankbrothers Candy XC deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985946\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Crankbrothers-Candy-XC-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Crankbrothers-Candy-XC-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>These are slated to go into this year\u2019s edition of the <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/best-cycling-shoes\/#3\">best cycling shoes Velo buyers guide<\/a> and I have a pair I just started testing. The Candy XC shoe is not the stiffest sole on the market but it is an excellent budget gravel shoe that\u2019s comfortable and looks good. I also consider the laces a bonus because typically a shoe in this price range would either be Velcro or a low quality single BOA system. Laces work better than both and they look a lot better too. One oddity here is that REI calls these a mens shoe but Crankbrothers calls them a Unisex shoe. I went with the Crankbrothers naming convention.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Shimano RC903 Cycling Shoes: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_947936\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC_0030-Edit-1.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Best cycling shoes - Shimano S-Phyre SH-RC903\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-947936\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC_0030-Edit-1.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC_0030-Edit-1.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">(Photo Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I have the Shimano RC903 in the <a target=\"_self\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/best-cycling-shoes\/#3\" rel=\"noopener\">best cycling shoes Velo buyers guide<\/a> and right now it\u2019s listed as the Best all-around race shoe. That\u2019s outdated. This year it\u2019s moving to the best all-around cycling shoe. THe RC903 is the shoe you want for basically any road cycling you are doing. It\u2019s the best of the best.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Hiplok DX1000 Bike Lock: 25% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985949\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hiplock-D1000-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Hiplock D1000 deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985949\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hiplock-D1000-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hiplock-D1000-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There was a time when bike locks were pretty simple. If you didn\u2019t value your bike much then a cable lock might be what you used but the advice was to grab a quality U-lock and call it good. That time is long gone. In the modern world a quality U-lock will fall to a portable angle grinder in seconds.<\/p>\n<p>If you value your bike you need a lock that can handle an angle grinder and this is the best there is. I have personally tried to cut these with an angle grinder and it it\u2019s not happening.<\/p>\n<p>Now a lot of enthusiasts will say, no problem I never take my bike somewhere I need to lock it up. Except that bikes stolen from garages, or \u201csecure\u201d bike rooms, is an incredibly common occurrence. One of these locking your bike in your garage is the best insurance you can have.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>CamelBak Podium Steel VSS Insulated Water Bottle: 20% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985945\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Camelback-Podium-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Camelback Podium deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985945\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Camelback-Podium-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Camelback-Podium-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Old school water bottles are an excellent opportunity to ingest mold and microplastics, plus they require regular replacement which contributes to plastic waste. Metal bottles are better for your body and for the environment, but there\u2019s an actual performance advantage also. Because you can\u2019t squeeze a metal bottle, Camelbak utilizes a vent system that makes it far faster to drink. There\u2019s almost no downside, and 25% off makes it an easy purchase.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Garmin Edge 550: 20% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_964894\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Edge850_HR_front_0010_edge_850_garmin_pay.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Garmin Edge 850\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-964894\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Edge850_HR_front_0010_edge_850_garmin_pay.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Edge850_HR_front_0010_edge_850_garmin_pay.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>Think of this as a two-for-one listing that offers two choices. While the Garmin Edge 1050, listed below is the computer I consider the best on the market, it remains a major investment even on sale. The <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" data-afl-p=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2850304\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2FC05567%2Fgarmin-edge-850-gps-cycling-computer\">Garmin Edge 850<\/a> and Garmin Edge 550 offer essentially the same flagship features in a more compact form. The trade-off is slightly less battery power\u2014though still more than enough for almost any ride\u2014and the screen smaller but still the same high resolution and brightness.<\/p>\n<p>The primary difference is the interface. The Garmin Edge 850 features both a responsive touchscreen and physical buttons, while the less expensive Edge 550 is a button-only unit. The 1050 relies almost entirely on its touchscreen for navigation. Simply choose the price, battery life, and interface that fits your riding style; everything is currently on sale. You can read more info in our <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/brightest-yet-garmin-edge-850-and-550-launch-alongside-updated-rally-power-meter-pedals\/\">Garmin 850 and 550 launch coverage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Feedback Sports Velo Wall Bike Storage Rack: 20% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_933424\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC_8604.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"bianchi specialissima sitting on a Feedback Sports Velo Wall Rack 2D\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1597\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-933424\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC_8604.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC_8604.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">Not a bad thing to look at as you lay in bed. <\/span> (Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I have a lot of bikes and not a lot of room. I wrote an entire article about <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/maximizing-space-6-tips-for-safe-and-secure-bike-storage\/\">how I manage to store bikes<\/a> and one of the products I featured is this. You can see from the image, I\u2019ve got expensive bikes on it and I\u2019ve used it for years. You do need to be able to drill into a wall but otherwise these are my favorite ways to get a bike on a wall.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Feedback Sports Rakk 2.0 Bike Storage Stand: 20% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_933412\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC_8581-Edit-2.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Feedback Sports Rakk 2.0 with Enve MOG, SRAM RED XPLR, and Zipp 303 XPLR\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-933412\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC_8581-Edit-2.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DSC_8581-Edit-2.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">(Photo Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now if you would rather not, or can\u2019t drill into a wall then use the Rakk 2.0 You can see this in every single bike picture I take here on Velo and I also have one that I use for whatever bike I\u2019m riding tomorrow morning that I have in the kitchen. These are dead simple, don\u2019t drop bikes, and they even work well to bring along on to a trail head.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Salsa Warbird C GRX 820: 18% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985952\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Salsa-Warbird-C-GRX-820-deal.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Salsa Warbird C GRX 820 deal\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985952\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Salsa-Warbird-C-GRX-820-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Salsa-Warbird-C-GRX-820-deal.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: REI)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I own a Warbird and it might be one of the greatest gravel bikes ever made. The model was replaced this year but the Warbird is the bike that defined gravel racing by prioritizing comfort over long distances. That focus makes a bike that manages to fill almost every niche of gravel pretty well. If you search around on the site a little there are other builds available but it doesn\u2019t matter which one you pick, the Warbird is a great buy.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Garmin Edge 1050: 14% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_985948\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/DSC_3672.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Garmin 1050\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-985948\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/DSC_3672.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/DSC_3672.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The market for cycling head units moves fast, but it wasn\u2019t long ago that I published a <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener\" data-afl-p=\"0\" href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/garmin-edge-1050-long-term-review-2026\/\">long-term review of the Garmin Edge 1050<\/a> detailing how it has exceeded my expectations over the last two years. I consider this the best unit on the market, but the premium hardware comes with a high price tag. Seeing it for $100 off during this sale definitely softens that blow.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/velo-deals-rei-anniversary-sale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I sifted through the noise at REI to find the high-performance gear actually worth your money. From $100 off the Garmin Edge 1050 to Giro helmets and Camelbak bottles, here are 19 technical picks you shouldn&#8217;t miss. Listen to this articleListen (Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo) Published May 15, 2026 02:16PM Welcome to Velo Deals. 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