US retailer Backcountry are ramping up their deals as we finish prime sales season with lots of great products discounted up to half-price. We've dug through them all to bring you this best of the best round-up.
Online outdoor retail giant Backcountry are perhaps best known for their clothing deals – and it’s certainly worth scouring their virtual shelves if you are on the lookout for some soft goods – but for this initial round-up of bikey bargains we’re concentrating on components and accessories.
Oh, and we’ve stuck some helmets and shoes in the mix too because we couldn’t resist.
November is nearly over and with it the end of Black Friday mountain bike deals. Here are the best bargains for the post-Black Friday finale.
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Our pick of Backcountry mountain bike deals
Strider 12 Classic Balance Bike $109.99 $89.99
“Meant for children aged 18 months to 3 years, this pedal-free ride is driven one-foot at a time to teach your child balance and coordination before speed.”
Cleary Bikes Meerkat 24in Kids Bike $630.00 $535.50
“A 5-speed hub, internally geared, is tough enough to withstand the rigors of rough riding, and kids can count on reliable shifting for a smooth ride every time. Sealed hydraulic disc brakes.”
Cleary Bikes Owl 20in Kids Bike $430.00 $365.50
“Careful construction and reliable components combine to create a bike that is ready to accompany little rippers and future stars from the driveway to the bike path and all of the locales they’ll pass in between.”
Kask Rex Helmet $245.00 $183.75
“Kask Rex Helmet is there to help protect your dome through it all so you come out of it with a clear mind, a bit of adrenaline, and a few scratches for future battle scar comparisons.”
Exposure Link Plus DayBright Light Combo $92.40 $59.98
“While compact, it offers both front and rear light, either individually or simultaneously, so you can see and be seen on your way home.”
Ride Concepts Livewire Shoe $100.00 $70.00
“Tacky DST 6.0 rubber that grips your pedals firm to keep your stance solid when the trail gets a little hairy. To keep you protected, custom molded toe and heel guards, while a fully gusseted tongue shields.”
Ride Concepts Wildcat Shoe $120.00 $84.00
“They feature durable synthetic uppers with anti-abrasion mesh that withstands loose rocks and stray branches, as well as tacky DST 6.0 rubber tread.”
Ride Concepts Hellion Shoe $120.00 $84.00
“This design combines their tackiest rubber with a grippy honeycomb tread pattern, working together to ensure your feet stay locked in place through even the chunkiest terrain.”
PNW Components Range v3 35 Handlebar $69.00 $54.99
“30mm rise. 800mm width. Orange decals. Aluminium. 35mm diameter. Claimed weight: 310g.”
Backcountry Hero Dirt Hoodie $99.95 $74.96
“This synthetic pullover is lightweight enough for a full day of pedaling, while supplying the perfect level of warmth and weather protection with a water-resistant finish.”
Smith Squad XL Chromapop goggles $85.00 $44.97
“Massive molded carbonic-X lens is built to be tough. Fog-X technology prevents things from steaming up. Keep your view clear in different lighting with ChromaPop lens.”
Crank Brothers Mallet Enduro pedals $179.99 $120.94
“A durable pedal with a wide platform for enduro racing. Platform ribs and pins enhance traction when unclipped. Four-sided entry for superior mud shedding.”
SRAM X-Sync 2 Eagle chainring $101.00 $69.30
“For SRAM Eagle 12-speed groups. 6mm offset for ideal chainline with standard hubs. Updated tooth profile provides confident chain retention. Direct-mount interface.”
Ride Concepts Powerline cycling shoe $150.00 $105.00
“Mid-height flat pedal shoes are packed with features for versatility. DST 4.0 rubber outsole offers sticky grip for enhanced pedal feedback.”
Dakine Hot Laps Stealth hip pack $39.95 $27.96
“Durable poly fabric withstands abuse on the trail. Micro-stretch waist belt snugly conforms to your body. Zippered interior and pockets organize the essentials.”
Giro Tyrant Spherical helmet $169.95 $119.98
“MIPS Spherical redirects impact energy during a crash. EPS foam outer layer protects against high-speed impacts. Softer EPP inner layer takes care of low-speed impacts. 14 vents.”
Shimano XTR Di2 RD-9020 rear mech $719.99 $360.00
“Electronic XTR 11-speed rear derailleur for Di2 systems. Synchronized Shift offers automatic, progressive shifting. Shifting pattern can be programmed to your preferences.”
Vittoria Air-Liner tire insert $90.00 $45.99
“Technical foam tire insert for added protection on the trail. Made for tubeless and tubeless-ready tires with sealant. Air-Liner adds grip, protection, and allows for lower PSI.”
Dakine Syncline 12L hydration pack $124.95 $68.72
“Low-profile hydration pack with a stabilizing design for the trail. 3-liter lumbar reservoir keeps the load low for a more stable ride.”
Mercury Wheels X1 Carbon 29 $1,899.00 $1,234.99
“Built for enduro abuse. New Axis hubs offer responsive 3.5-degree engagement. 30mm internal width works well for modern trail rubber. 1700g claimed weight.”
Backcountry mountain bike deals won’t last forever
The intrinsic nature of sales is that they don’t last forever. They are on for a limited time; either the stock sells out and there’s none left, or the price goes back up again once the sales promotion is over. In other words, check the date when this story was published (see top of page, publication dates is listed next to the author name) to see when these deals were announced and act fast.