Photo by Paul Vincent
Whether you’re gearing up for a long weekend ride or simply cruising around the neighborhood, the right equipment can make every mile better. Refresh your cycling setup with these apparel, accessories, tech, and tools—including plenty of Minnesota-made finds. And for more inspiration, routes, tips, and cycling stories from around the state, click here to explore our annual Bike Minnesota guide.
Romp Feed Bag
Made in Duluth, Romp’s handy Feed Bag attaches to your handlebar, stem, or fork and is roomy enough for a few snacks or a large water bottler (or even a growler of your favorite local beer). Mesh side pockets can hold a phone, a granola bar, or a tool. $50, rompbags.com
Twin Six Standard Tech Cap
Designed by Hopkins-based alternative gear company Twin Six, this tech cap is cool and breathable, with three panels of soft microfiber and a sleek silhouette that’s designed to fit almost any noggin. $25, twinsixtwin.com
Cannondale KnurlTack Bar Tape
This new tape from Cannondale is made with lightweight EVA foam and a silicone gel layer that dampens vibrations from the road and protects hands. A knurled pattern provides comfortable, durable grip—plus cheerful color options to brighten up your handlebars. $28, cannondale.com
Swytch Electric Bike Conversion Kit
If you’ve been following the hype around e-bikes and are interested in taking the plunge, consider fitting your existing bicycle with an electric conversion kit from Swytch, which includes a motor wheel sized for your bike, a pedal sensor, and a power pack that mounts to the frame or handlebar. Starts around $500; price varies depending on bike type, battery pack, and other specs; swytchbike.com
Moon Sport Meteor-X Auto
Ride safer with a new front light that clocks in at 450 lumens and features a handy sensor to automatically turn the light on and off. The Meteor-X can run up to 90 hours before it needs a charge. $44.99, eriksbikeshop.com
Salsa EXP Series Anything Cradle
Bloomington’s Salsa Cycles makes the endlessly versatile Anything Cradle, which attaches to the front of your handlebars to hold gear without tangling or kinking your cables. Durable TPU straps batten down gear securely; try pairing the cradle with one of Salsa’s side- or top-load dry bags. $125, salsacycles.com
CatEye Padrone Digital Bike Computer
One of the featured computers at Minneapolis’ Angry Catfish bike shop, the CatEye Padrone shows your ride stats, cadence, heart rate, trip distance, and other data on a large screen and can be synced to your phone. $109.95, angrycatfishbicycle.com
