{"id":123543,"date":"2026-06-22T16:07:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T16:07:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/basketball.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/22\/the-gear-we-actually-use\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T16:07:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T16:07:24","slug":"the-gear-we-actually-use","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/basketball.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/22\/the-gear-we-actually-use\/","title":{"rendered":"The Gear We Actually Use"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-body\">\n<p>Published June 22, 2026 10:07AM<\/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>This is the Velo collection of Amazon Prime Day bike discounts actually worth paying attention to. As with all recent guides, the starting point isn\u2019t what happens to be on sale today. Instead, the focus is entirely on quality products worth buying at full price, with the added bonus of passing along a discount when one is available.<\/p>\n<p>Amazon is operating differently this year, meaning advanced lists of deals are not available. To work around that, every item below is gear that has been tested hands-on and is verified to be sold through Amazon. The page will be updated continuously as discounts go live. Prices and inventory change fast, so click through the links to check the current pricing\u2014you might find an active deal even if a discount tag hasn\u2019t been added to the header here yet.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"1\">Nutrition<\/h2>\n<p>I love featuring nutrition products on every gift guide because it\u2019s a consumable that dedicated cyclists always need more of. There are a lot of options on Amazon in this space, but this is what I actually use.<\/p>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>Skratch Labs Energy Chews<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988458\" 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\/06\/DSC_5664.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\">(Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of the keys to eating enough on long rides is mixing textures and flavors. I generally drink my calories when riding, but I always carry chews so I can stop briefly and chew something.<\/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>Skratch Labs Energy Bars<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988457\" 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\/06\/DSC_5663.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Skratch labs energy bar\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988457\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5663.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5663.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 other thing I always carry with me are these bars from Skratch. It\u2019s a totally different texture, but unlike competing brands, Skratch bars aren\u2019t dry, and they are a bit tart.<\/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>Salt Stick Energy Gummies<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988456\" 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\/06\/DSC_5662.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Salt Stick energy gummies\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988456\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5662.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5662.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>There\u2019s science behind the idea that cramps come from a hyper-excited motor neuron repeatedly misfiring and locking the muscle up, rather than just dehydration or an electrolyte imbalance, and that it\u2019s possible to make it stop with a shock to the vagus nerve. That shock comes from sour foods, so I also carry sour Salt Stick Energy Gummies with me. To be clear, Salt Stick doesn\u2019t make this claim, and its gummies might not be sour enough. I don\u2019t worry too much though because they still taste delicious and the cramp relief is just a potential bonus. You also get 130 mg of salt per packet, so that helps with cramps too.<\/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>Pickle Juice Sports Drink Shots<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988453\" 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\/06\/DSC_5655.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Pickle Juice Sports Drink Shots\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988453\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5655.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5655.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>If cramps are a severe problem, this is what will absolutely stop them immediately. Last weekend I rode in a heat wave, didn\u2019t eat enough salt (I should have had more of the three products listed above, which I had with me), and I had awful cramps. Downing one of these stopped them immediately. I\u2019ve used this for years, and it\u2019s worth having 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>Tailwind Endurance Fuel<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_968584\" 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\/10\/DSC_2192.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Tailwind Endurance Fuel\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-968584\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/DSC_2192.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/DSC_2192.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>Like I said, I tend to prefer to drink my calories on the bike, and this is my go-to choice. There\u2019s a decent amount of sodium and a sweet, but not sickly, flavor profile. You can also choose an option with caffeine if that is your preference.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<h2 id=\"2\">Sunglasses<\/h2>\n<p>No one has too many sunglasses. I won\u2019t say too much about these, but if there\u2019s a deal, this is your chance to match your favorite kit.<\/p>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<h2>POC Propel<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988488\" 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\/06\/DSC_5684.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"POC Propel sunglasses\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988488\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5684.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5684.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>These are the glasses I wear more than any others. I love the look, but they are also specifically designed to be more aerodynamic than other glasses. I don\u2019t think that actually matters much, but it\u2019s still a great story.<\/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>Oakley Meta Vanguard<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_970344\" 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\/11\/DSC_2504.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses front view\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-970344\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_2504.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_2504.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> (Photo: Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>These are a combo gift. Choose the Prizm Road lenses for the excellent Oakley lens tech, and it comes with great headphones, a good camera, and the best mic on the market. You can read more in my <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\/oakley-meta-vanguard-glasses-review\/\">Oakley Meta Vanguard review<\/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>Smith Seeker<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988461\" 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\/06\/DSC_5659.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Smith Seeker sunglasses\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988461\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5659.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5659.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>This is an option that works on and off the bike, but the Smith Seeker has even more general sports usability. The style calls back to 80s mountaineering glasses, and they work stylistically for hiking, climbing, skiing, and gravel riding. Regular daily use is great too, and they include a neck strap that I love when I move in and out of the sun.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<h2 id=\"3\">Tools<\/h2>\n<p>Amazon carries a wide range of tools, with some being low quality that are likely to leave you with stripped bolt heads. Don\u2019t buy those. Here are some great quality options worth looking for deals on. I am playing a bit fast and loose on what I classify as a tool, but it\u2019s all worth a purchase if you need it.<\/p>\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<\/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>This is something I featured in my <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> article and 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<\/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>If you would rather not, or can\u2019t, drill into a wall, use the Rakk 2.0. You can see this in every single bike picture I take here on <i>Velo<\/i>, and I also have one in the kitchen for whatever bike I\u2019m riding tomorrow morning. These are dead simple, don\u2019t drop bikes, and work well to bring along to a trailhead. There\u2019s an e-bike version also if you want a convenient place to put the charger while you stand your bike up.<\/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>Silca Chain Waxing System<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_935409\" 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\/02\/DSC_9168-Edit.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-935409\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/DSC_9168-Edit.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/DSC_9168-Edit.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">The Silca system makes everything easy enough that it\u2019s worth using. 30 minutes gets you a waxed chain. (Photo Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I wrote a whole article about 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\/silca-wax-system-after-a-year-im-never-going-back\/\">Silca Wax System<\/a> and why I don\u2019t care about the performance benefits but I love this system anyway.<\/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>Silca Ultimate Chain Stripper<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_935410\" 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\/02\/DSC_9207.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Silca Chain Stripper\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1597\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-935410\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/DSC_9207.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/DSC_9207.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">If you\u2019d prefer different wax and whatever crockpot then choose the Chain Stripper and it only takes marginally longer to prep new chain. (Photo Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Right before Silca came out with the full wax system, the brand had this product to make getting your chain ready for any wax system easy. It continues to be a great choice if you don\u2019t use the full Silca wax system by freeing you from complicated back-and-forth routines to strip a chain down.<\/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>Silca Super Secret Chain Lube<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_989709\" 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\/06\/Silca-Super-Secregt-Lube-Deals-Image.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Silca Super Secret Lube Deals Image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-989709\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Silca-Super-Secregt-Lube-Deals-Image.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Silca-Super-Secregt-Lube-Deals-Image.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>When wax is the lube of choice, no matter the brand, you don\u2019t always have to use immersion wax. You can top up between immersion dips with drip wax. I personally use Silca.<\/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: 10% 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. This is a great consumable that is already showing a 10% discount on the 25mm width that\u2019s perfect for road wheels.<\/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<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988483\" 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\/06\/DSC_5674.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988483\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5674.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5674.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>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, soak it all, and put it back together. In my experience, it fixes the issue 100 percent of the time. There might be cheaper options using generic products, but don\u2019t make your life more difficult than it needs to be.<\/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: 10% 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>I have this exact same kit (purchased 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>Silca Elettrico Ultimate Mini Inflator<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988469\" 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\/06\/DSC_5669.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Silca Elettrico Ultimate Mini Inflator\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988469\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5669.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5669.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\u2019m not really into the idea of bringing an electric pump with me on rides, but this pump has absolutely changed the way I deal with bikes at home. It\u2019s perfectly accurate and much faster to use before a ride. There are others on the market, but the Silca doesn\u2019t heat up, is built like a tank, and makes less of a racket. If you are instead looking for the type of pump to carry with you, the same link has the smaller version from Silca designed for that purpose.<\/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 Joeblow Tubi 2stage: 13% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_910390\" 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_6130.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Topeak Yubi 2stage tubeless pump\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1597\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-910390\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC_6130.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_6130.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">A pump that flows enough air to seat a tubeless tire will make you life a lot easier. (Photo Josh Ross\/Velo)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The one thing that electric pumps can\u2019t always handle is seating a tubeless tire. At least not all the time. If an electric pump won\u2019t do it, you need a bunch of air fast, and that typically means a design where you pressurize a canister that you then release. That design is awful. Instead, the Tubi 2stage has a switch, and depending on the position, it flows more than double the volume of other pumps. This is far and away the easiest way to set up tubeless tires and the last non-electric pump you will ever need to purchase. I discuss it further in my article covering \u201c<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\/\">The Right Way to Set Up Tubeless Road Tires<\/a>.\u201d This one is currently 13% off as an early prime day deal.<\/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>Dynaplug Racer Pro<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_925360\" 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\/10\/DSC00248.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-925360\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC00248.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC00248.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>If you are worried about getting stranded after a flat on a ride, Dynaplug is the best system on the market for tire plugs, and the Racer Pro is my preferred system for carrying them. Yes, there are other types of plugs, but in my experience, nothing works as well as Dynaplug. You can read more 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\/what-i-bring-on-every-bike-ride-to-avoid-a-phone-call-home\/\">what I carry on every ride so I don\u2019t get stranded<\/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>Swiss+Tech ST50022 Stainless Steel 6-in-1 Key Chain Multi Tool<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_925354\" 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\/10\/DSC00238.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-925354\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC00238.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC00238.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>This is another thing I carry on every ride, and not enough people have something similar. It\u2019s not something you think about until you find yourself stuck, but this has saved me a number of times. If you have to use tubless but have to swap in a tube, you need to be able to get the valve stem out. Sometimes it\u2019s impossible with your fingers, and this tiny pair of pliers can save your ride.<\/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>Prestacycle TorqRatchet GO Lite<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_925355\" 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\/10\/DSC00242.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-925355\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC00242.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/DSC00242.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>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. 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. This Prestacycle option is my favorite because it also includes a torque wrench solution.<\/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>Park Tools Hydraulic Brake Bleed Kit<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988487\" 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\/06\/DSC_5682.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Park Tools bleed kit\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988487\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5682.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5682.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 recently had to reach for my bleed kit, and I realized how nice it was to have a quality one. You\u2019ll only buy it once, so go for the good stuff and be done with it.<\/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>Wera 8000B Zyklop Speed Ratchet 3\/8 drive<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988398\" 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\/06\/Wera-Wrench-deals-image.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Wera Wrench deals image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988398\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Wera-Wrench-deals-image.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Wera-Wrench-deals-image.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>When I wrote about 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-cassette-tools\/\">best tools to remove a cassette<\/a>, I discussed how a good ratchet is an important part of the system. In that article, I featured pictures of a DeWalt, but I\u2019ve since upgraded to this Wera. You can change the position of the head depending on what you are trying to do, it feels better in hand, and it has a higher tooth count for fine adjustments.<\/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 Modular T-Handle Kit<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988471\" 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\/06\/DSC_5672.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Feedback Sports Modular T-Handle Kit\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988471\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5672.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5672.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 don\u2019t have an article about more general tools, but I absolutely love this kit. There are other t-handle hex wrenches, but this kit is easier to store, and the look and feel makes it a joy to use.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<h2 id=\"4\">Action Cameras<\/h2>\n<p>This is an easy win for Amazon Prime Day. This stuff is always on sale for the event and these are the pieces I\u2019m currently using to produce videos at <i>Velo<\/i>.<\/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>Insta360 x5<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_943222\" 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_9751-Edit.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Insta360 X5\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-943222\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_9751-Edit.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_9751-Edit.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>This is the easiest way to share video adventures. It\u2019s easy to hold, and it works without needing to plan exactly what it\u2019s going to point at. The audio is also incredible and I use this for every review video. Read more in my full <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\/news\/insta360-x5-360-camera-updated-film-your-ride-like-youve-got-a-drone\/\">Insta360 X5 review<\/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>Insta360 Go Ultra: 16% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_961958\" 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\/08\/DSC_1189.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Insta360 Go Ultra\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1350\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-961958\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC_1189.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC_1189.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 Go Ultra is tiny and fits in creative spots. Use the magnet and put it on a jersey, stick to something metal\u2014whatever creative shot you can think of, the Go Ultra can probably pull it off. It\u2019s also a capable still camera if you keep it in the dock. The early Amazon Prime Day deal is offering a package of accessories, including the Mic Air, for a price that\u2019s lower than the camera normally is on its own.Read more in my full <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\/insta360-go-ultra-review\/\">Insta360 Go Ultra review<\/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>GoPro Mission 1 Pro<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988467\" 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\/06\/DSC_5665.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"GoPro Mission 1 Pro Action camera\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988467\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5665.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5665.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\u2019ve been testing this for the last few weeks, and I can now confidently say there is no better action camera if image quality is the primary metric. You can use it as a stills camera or, obviously, for video, and the capabilities are beyond what either DJI or Insta360 currently offer. This is a pro-level choice, and I\u2019ll be watching it closely to see if it actually drops in price since it\u2019s so new.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<h2 id=\"5\">Headphones<\/h2>\n<p>I have a whole guide about 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-headphones\/\">best headphones for cycling<\/a> but I\u2019ve grabbed my favorites here.<\/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>Suunto Sonic: $50 Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_972125\" 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\/11\/DSC_2821-Edit.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Suunto Sonic\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-972125\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_2821-Edit.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_2821-Edit.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>When I am on a bike ride, I always have these with me. They don\u2019t impact your ability to hear your surroundings, and I love that they start and stop with a single button. If they are off, they basically disappear and don\u2019t require storing.<\/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>Sony WF-1000XM6: 10% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_988485\" 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\/06\/DSC_5679-Edit.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Sony WF-1000XM6\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-988485\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5679-Edit.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DSC_5679-Edit.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 one downside to the Suunto Sonic, and bone conduction in general, is that when not used in a sports setting, they just aren\u2019t very good headphones. If you want a pair of headphones for the bike but also as an everyday carry item, these Sony earbuds are my suggestion. There might be better-sounding headphones out there, but these sound incredible, and they stay put when you are sweaty and riding. On the bike, use one earbud at a time; off the bike, they offer amazing noise cancellation and great integration with smart assistants. I am currently writing this guide while on a plane wearing these headphones. I\u2019m a fan.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<h2 id=\"6\">Bike computers<\/h2>\n<p>Part of the game with Amazon Prime Day is that not every bike thing is available through Amazon. Bike computers often are, and these are the options I found.<\/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>Garmin Edge 850: 17% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_981325\" 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\/04\/DSC_4300.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-981325\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DSC_4300.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/DSC_4300.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>Garmin is starting to get some serious competition, but the brand continues to be a favorite of mine. Great screens paired with excellent training data and good battery life works for my riding. If it works for you too, then the Edge 850 is the smaller computer with both touchscreen and button functionality. For more information, check out 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-computers\/\">best bike computers<\/a> buyer\u2019s guide.<\/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_958528\" 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\/07\/DSC_0781.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Garmin Edge 1050\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-958528\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0781.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0781.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>If the Edge 850 doesn\u2019t have the battery life you need, the Garmin Edge 1050 jumps from 12 hours to 20 hours. More importantly, if you feel like you\u2019ve reached the point where bike computer screens are tough to read, this gets you everything Garmin offers in a more visible package. For more information, check out 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-computers\/\">best bike computers<\/a> buyer\u2019s guide.<\/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>Wahoo Elemnt Roam 3<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_958530\" 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\/07\/DSC_0783.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Wahoo Elemnt Roam 3\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-958530\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0783.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0783.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 biggest complaint about Garmin tends to be that it\u2019s too complicated. There are a ton of options and data, but it gets difficult to understand. Wahoo simplifies it all, and the Roam is the mid-range option that balances size with battery life and price. Traditionally, Wahoo has suffered from a lack of unpaid options for long-term training info, but that\u2019s fixed now through a partnership with Coros. For more information, check out 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-computers\/\">best bike computers<\/a> buyer\u2019s guide.<\/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>Wahoo Elemnt Ace: 12% Off<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_958531\" 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\/07\/DSC_0784.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Wahoo Elemnt Ace\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-958531\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0784.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0784.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>What if you don\u2019t care about easy to use vs. hard, but you want the longest battery life paired with the best features and the biggest screen? Let me introduce you to the Wahoo Elemnt Ace. It is just as easy to use as the Roam series, but Wahoo adds a wind sensor and a big battery. You can also make the text giant if that\u2019s important to you. For more information, check out 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-computers\/\">best bike computers<\/a> buyer\u2019s guide.<\/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>Hammerhead Karoo<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_958532\" 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\/07\/DSC_0785.jpg\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Hammerhead Karoo\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-958532\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0785.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/velo-cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/DSC_0785.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 Hammerhead Karoo is in the buyer\u2019s guide as the best for SRAM bikes, but it\u2019s actually much more than that. The brand was the first to make the screen incredible to look at, and using an Android backend makes for some fun sideloading opportunities. For more information, check out 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-computers\/\">best bike computers<\/a> buyer\u2019s guide.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/velo.outsideonline.com\/road\/road-gear\/prime-day-bike-deals-tested-cycling-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Published June 22, 2026 10:07AM 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. 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