With winter drawing ever closer, and the darkness falling just that little bit earlier by the day, it's easy to lose a little bit of the love you have for your bicycle.
A solid winter bike,warm clothing and bike lights you can rely on are of course all important pieces of kit which can help to improve your off-season riding experience.
However, if you want something cheap and cheerful (and sometimes a little bit less practical) to help put a smile on your face, we've got a few suggestions...
Handlebar coffee cup holder
Bookman Cup Holder. Image: Bookman
Cyclists and caffeine are intrinsically linked, right? Enjoy the two together with a product like the Bookman Cup Holder (available in lots of colours so you can even match it to your frame..).
Keep your bike happy, too
Happy People Bicycle Cover
An actual tent for your bicycle. If you're not able to keep it indoors, at least store your beloved within a proper home from home over the winter months.
Protect your bum in style
Raleigh Ass Saver
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Combine functionality with a little design flare with a well designed Ass Saver mudguard.
Shine on, in style
BTR Regenschutz Rucksack Reflective
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There are tons of waterproof reflective backpack covers out there, all able to help draw attention to your presence on the road - but we like how BTR has added in a grey version, which becomes a beacon in the dark (obviously you'll need a good set of bike lights, too).
Drinks on the ride, anyone?
Fyxation Leather Bicycle Wine Carrier
Brings a whole new meaning to the term 'pub bike'... (please do drink responsibly).
Amusing diagrams of everyday life
The Cycling Cartoonist by Dave Walker
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We love following Dave Walker on Twitter for his amusing cartons - and if enjoy them too, then the book could provide entertainment for days.
Jazzy bar tape
KINGOU Camouflage Handlebar Tape
If the dark nights are getting you down, brighten them right back up again with a party on your handlebars (more excellent bar tape options here).
Lighten up with spoke lights
The wheels on the bike go round-and-round - so why not make them dance?
Top off a good day with a cycling cap
Cinelli Eye of the Storm cycling cap
A good cycling cap adds a splash of colour to your ride home - and keeps the rain out of your eyes on a bad day.
Warm up with a bicycle mug
I Want To Ride My Bicycle Ceramic Gift Boxed Mug
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Remind yourself how much you love cycling, as you warm up those chilly fingers on a good mug of post-ride-tea.
Seen any cool cycling inspired accessories? Let us know in the comments...
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Michelle Arthurs-Brennan the Editor of Cycling Weekly website. An NCTJ qualified traditional journalist by trade, Michelle began her career working for local newspapers. She's worked within the cycling industry since 2012, and joined the Cycling Weekly team in 2017, having previously been Editor at Total Women's Cycling. Prior to welcoming her daughter in 2022, Michelle raced on the road, track, and in time trials, and still rides as much as she can - albeit a fair proportion indoors, for now.
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