It may not be MTB season yet, but now is the time to get ready! Resolve to start the 2026 season strong by dialing in your fitness, skills, and nutrition starting today. These items can help, or at least provide a little motivation.
Amazon Basics Wood Wobble Balance Trainer Board
$17.52 | $15.77 sale
Mountain biking is all about balance: front and back, left and right. This inexpensive balance board is great for improving on your core strength and balance while you work or watch TV.
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opove M3 Pro 2 Massage Gun
$129.99
The opove M3 costs much less than name-brand massagers, and we’ve found it works just as well. Plus it’s easy to find replacement attachments that fit, unlike other massagers we’ve owned.
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Gripmaster Pro Hand Strengthener
$26.95
Don’t just complain about arm pump this year — do something about it! Rock climbers use the Gripmaster to build hand strength, and you can too.
Buy from REI
Garmin Venu 3 fitness watch
$449.99 | $349.99 sale
The Garmin Venu 3 offers a convenient solution for tracking your daily health and fitness data. We love the body battery and personalized training recommendations to get the most out of every ride. Note: this watch does not include maps so you’ll want to pair it with a bar-mounted GPS for navigation on the trail.
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Wahoo Kickr Core Smart Trainer
$534.99 | $399.99 sale
When you absolutely can’t ride outdoors, the Wahoo Kickr Core smart trainer is the next best thing. Flash sale, today only.
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Resistance Bands
$37.99 | $24.97 sale
Join the resistance! If you don’t have the space or the budget for a set of weights, resistance bands are a nice alternative. No guarantees you’ll look like the guy in the photo, but maybe?
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Ninja MTB Manual Machine Trainer
$299.00 | $199.00 sale
If you still can’t manual despite practicing all last year, it might be time to give the Manual Machine a try. This trainer is designed to give you a feel for the body position you need to confidently balance on your rear wheel. Also, consider finding an in-person Ninja MTB Skills clinic to attend in 2026.
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5 in 1 Foam Roller Set
$39.95
Warning: Once you start foam rolling, you won’t want to stop. This kit will get you going and works great for sore legs and back.
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Skratch Sport Recovery Drink Mix
$33.95
Skratch Sport Recovery drink mix delivers carbs and protein for a convenient snack after a big ride or workout.
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Yeti Yonder Shaker Bottle
$25.00
Make and take your smoothies to go with this handy shaker bottle.
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Amazon Basics Yoga Mat
$21.58 | $16.79 sale
We’re making an effort to stretch regularly this year to stay nimble on the bike, and to help with sleep and recovery. This simple mat works great and is easy to roll out anywhere.
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Garmin Rally XC110 Power Meter Pedal
$799.99
If you’re serious about improving your bike fitness, a power meter is an important investment. Garmin just released these MTB pedals in 2025 and they’re super easy to set up.
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