2019 DuVine Holiday Gift Guide
Written by Mia LiefeldEach holiday season, we compile gift suggestions for the cyclists, foodies, and fitness-lovers on your list. From those just setting out on two wheels to seasoned travelers, our 2019 Gift Guide includes a little something for everyone.
The Road to San Donato | $24.95
Author Rob Cocuzzo shares a heartfelt story about his cycling trip across Italy with his 64-year-old father. When they reach their destination in the village of San Donato, Rob and his dad begin to see their family history in a new light. For cyclists, this book is a reminder of the the deeper meaning that bike travel can carry, but the memoir will resonate with anyone who has ever sought to know more about where they came from. Give it to your parents, siblings, or children as a way to plant the seed for family bike travel.
Cannondale Quick Neo | $3,465
E-bikes are enjoying a well-deserved rise in popularity—more DuVine travelers than ever chose to ride them this year, and with good reason. An e-bike is a gift that’s sure to delight someone who wants to cover more ground on their rides or get back into cycling. With a battery hidden in the frame and multiple levels of assistance that kick in to provide a little (or big) boost, this Cannondale is a revelation when it comes to enjoying the ride—with all the same benefits of road cycling, to boot!
Illustrated Wine Maps | From $25
Illustrator Sara Argue’s whimsical depictions brought DuVine’s brochure to life, so we’d say she knows a thing or two about the world’s major wine regions. Her posters of Italy, France, Spain, California, and beyond prove that wine references can (and should) be fun. Gift your favorite oenophile a reminder of their preferred wine destination—we think these colorful posters would brighten up any home bar.
Pas Normal Long Sleeve Jersey | $228
We love the chic simplicity of this Copenhagen cycling apparel brand, especially in a world filled with extra-loud lycra. But it’s not just the contemporary colors and cool branding—Pas Normal gear is designed using high-performance fabric and includes a range of pieces that answer to all weather conditions. This long-sleeve jersey is available for both men and women, and it’s a wear-now garment that they can throw on for crisp morning rides all the way through winter.
Fresh Truffles | Price Varies
Have lunch at Enoteca Properzio in Umbria, Italy, and the owner, Roberto, will personally shave hand-selected truffles over plates of fresh pasta. Roberto retails his Italian truffles online, which means they’re the very same ones he’d serve at his own enoteca. Order the winter black truffle for the foodie on your list, and reap the benefits of bringing Umbria’s culinary magic to your holiday table.
Strider 12 Sport Bike | $99.99
It’s never too early to instill a love of cycling! Strider’s classic balance bike gets kids ages 18 months to 3 years used to life on two wheels. The features of this bike are just as cool as your Cannondale: lightweight steel frame, no-flat tires, and thoughtfully low seat height for little legs. Available in a range of colors, this one will be a hit with any tiny rider and nurture their talents as a future pro cyclist.
La Belle Mèche Candle | $44
Made in France, La Belle Mèche candles evoke the sensory experience of cycling through the French countryside—from the fresh and savory scent of tomato blossoms growing on farm roads to the aromatic smell of wild maquis, the scrub that covers Mediterranean islands like Corsica. The candles are infused with fragrances from Grasse, the Provençal capital of perfumery—a small luxury to remind loved ones of this year’s travels or come bearing to your holiday hostess.
The Mirror | $1,495
Let the cross training begin! Give your fitness guru a yoga studio, cardio class, and boxing ring all in the form of a slim carbon steel frame. The Mirror requires just two feet of wall space, provides access to certified trainers, and tracks progress in real time (like any good fitness tech, it integrates via Bluetooth). For a break from the bike, Mirror’s workouts range from barre to marathon training, and a membership includes access for six people—which means the whole family will enjoy this gift in good health.
Carbon Offsets | Any Price
The experience of travel is the greatest gift, but responsible travel is just as important. This Cool Effect calculator makes it easy to estimate the carbon output used for air travel and generates the dollar amount required to offset flights. Set an example of greener gifting by purchasing offsets on behalf of your favorite jet-setter or in response to the travel you took with a loved one this year; your donation supports projects that are dedicated to reducing carbon emissions.
Backmate Power Massager | $149
Treat them to some post-ride pampering with this percussive vibrating massager beloved by DuVine founder Andy Levine. It’s just the ticket to relieving sore legs—and at just over a pound, The Backmate is small enough to stash in a suitcase, so it goes wherever their 2020 travels may take them. It’s not just for calves and quads; choose from three speed settings to stimulate circulation and knock out knots. For the same price as a single spa massage, it’s the gift that keeps on giving.
Dolomites + Lake Garda Chef on Wheels Bike Tour | $5,895
Picture the ultimate gift: an opportunity for your friends or family to bond over active travel and culinary exploration. DuVine’s very special Chef on Wheels itinerary (departing July 2020) spends a week with an Italian chef who was born at the foot of the Dolomites and began his career in the restaurants around Lake Garda. Ride with Stefano Righetti, Head Chef for Chalet del Sogno at Due Pini, as he takes you to his grandmother’s trattoria, his preferred local cheese and honey suppliers, and the restaurants of his peers in the culinary world. Learn to forage for wild ingredients and join the him in preparing meals at charming agriturismos and Alpine chalets. With laid-back riding by way of bike paths and vineyard-strewn valleys, this tour appeals to all cycling levels.
