AMB’s Top 13 MTB Gear Picks for Black Friday 2024
Words: Max Hobson | Header image: Hayden Wright
Black Friday is the best time to pick up awesome deals as a mountain biker. MTB gear isn’t cheap as you all know. We’ve got some of the best 2024 Black Friday deals for mountain bikers in partnership with MTB Direct.
- Ergon SM Enduro Comp Saddle
The Ergon SM Enduro Comp saddle is a saddle designed specifically for all you enduro riders out there. Enduro and trail riders take up a large portion of AMB’s readership so why not start Black Friday off with a new saddle! On the success of the Ergon SM saddles, Ergon noticed an area they could improve upon for those Enduro riders out there that are chasing a slim and flat overall shaped saddle that also allows for maximum freedom of movement in challenging terrain.
30% off Ergon SM Enduro Comp Saddle – purchase here
- FUNN Mountain Bike Components
Next up on our Black Friday deals list is FUNN Components. FUNN creates components that meet the needs of elite racers and extreme riders but at an everyday rider’s price point. Their rugged, lightweight, comfortable and good-looking products will earn your trust, and give you the confidence to go faster, further and harder. Check out FUNN’s cockpit range, pedals, chain guards and more
35% off all Funn Mountain Bike Components – purchase here
- Maxxis Tyres
As you’d know, AMB are big fans of Maxxis tyres. What better way to give your bike a spruce up before the summer riding season with a new set of Maxxis rubber.
Shop 35% off all Maxxis tyres. Assegai, Minion, Dissector, you name it!
35% off all Maxxis rubber – purchase here
- OneUp EDC Pump
What’s worse than heading out to the trail, just to realise you’ve run out of CO2 cartridges… Handpumps, while they are ‘old skool’ will never leave you hanging when you get a flat tyre. Get yourself ready for long remote rides this summer with the OneUp EDC Pump.
30% off OneUp EDC Pump – purchase here
- OneUp V3 Dropper Posts
Are you looking for a dropper for your XC hardtail? Perhaps you’ve left it too long since servicing your current dropper and are better off just buying a new one. Well MTB Direct have you covered with a range of OneUp V3 Dropper Posts at $379.95.
$379.95 (15% off) OneUp V3 Dropper – purchase here
- PNW Range Alloy Bars
In the market for a cockpit upgrade? Why not start with a new set of PNW’s Range Handlebar Gen 3?
This handlebar remains focused on ergonomics and comfort, with a width of 800mm and a new 35mm diameter option. With the industry continually trending towards frames with a longer reach, the Range Handlebar Gen 3 prioritises minimising back discomfort and wrist fatigue so you never feel like you have ol’ bird bones on your climbs or descents. These bars are on sale at 50% off RRP, get in quick.
50% off PNW Range Alloy Bars – purchase here
- Fox Proframe Helmet
It’s never a bad time to upgrade your helmet. Grab yourself a Fox Proframe Helmet at 50% off RRP!
The Fox Proframe Helmet was designed to be a super light full-face helmet, coming in at 750 grams, the lightest full face fox has produced. The Proframe is big on protection, featuring a Varizorb EPS foam inner shell to protect against both high and low-speed impacts along with MIPS technology to further protect the brain from rotational forces.
50% off Fox Proframe Helmet – purchase here
- IXS Protection
Continuing on with protection, you can pick up IXS Protection gear at up to 60% off RRP. IXS Protection has everything you need as a mountain biker, from knee pads to elbow pads, goggles, protective jerseys and more.
Up to 60% off IXS Protection – purchase here
- Oakley Helmets
Oakley are known for their great designs and quality products. Most riders have had a set of Oakley glasses before, but have you ever rocked an Oakley helmet? Now’s your chance to get one at up to 70% off RRP.
Up to 70% off Oakley MTB helmets – purchase here
- TLD Stage Helmet
If Oakley or Fox just don’t do it for you, check out the TLD Stage Helmet range at MTB Direct, currently up to 50% off all Stage Helmets.
TLD has many favourite full-face mountain bike Enduro helmets, most notably the TLD Stage MIPS Helmet. Helmets do not get much more feature-packed than this. In typical TLD fashion, they have produced a sleek design with great standards for safety, comfort and ventilation. The Stage helmet is also one of the lightest full-face options in its class. It has a dual-density EPS and EPP foam to better manage both high and low-speed impacts. MIPS is standard across the range, as well as a Fidlock magnetic buckle and X-static liners.
Up to 50% off TLD Stage Helmet – purchase here
- Ride Concept Shoes
If you’re in the market for a new pair of clipless or flat pedal MTB kicks, now’s your chance. Ride Concept Shoes are a relatively new entrant into the MTB shoe market. Based in the mountains of Lake Tahoe, Ride Concepts are on a mission to produce the most comfortable, durable and reliable mountain bike footwear. For rider designed and rider owned footwear, check out Ride Concepts this Black Friday.
Up to 60% Ride Concept Shoes – purchase here
- Evoc Tailgate Pad
If you’re sick of chucking your mountain bike in the tray of your ute, or you’re looking to get more social on your ride… Consider the Evoc Tailgate Pad. It’s specially designed to keep your bike safe from damage from your tailgate or bumpy roads. With individual mounting points for up to 6 bikes as well as a secure attachment to your tailgate with 3 hook and loop straps, it’s a great accessory for shuttle days with your mates.
40% off Evoc Tailgate Pad – purchase here
- Pit Viper sunnies
I once heard someone say ‘you’re not cool unless you wear pitties’. I’m not so sure about that… regardless Pit Vipers do make some epic sunglasses that are well loved within the MTB community. You can pick up some for 30% off RRP this Black Friday.
30% off Pit Vipers – purchase here
