Less than a week to go – if you’ve got to buy something for a bike obsessive time’s running out. Or if you are a bike obsessive and need to drop hints, well, time’s running out there too. But help is at hand – here’s a loose grab-bag of gift ideas for the rider who has (nearly) everything… Most of these will be available at more switched-on bike shops, we’ve included the distributor’s contact details so you can find a local stockist.

Yes, we know socks are the archetypal dull Christmas present, but bear with us. For these are no ordinary socks – Sealskinz’ all-new Merino socks are softer, stretchier and comfier than before, and still waterproof. Anyone who rides in the UK in winter (or indeed any other time) will know what a boon waterproof socks can be… – Sealskinz

You can make a strong argument that far too much TV gets watched over Christmas. But given that it’s going to get watched anyway, people might as well watch something decent. And for the bike nut, that means… Bike videos! Freewheel Burning is the latest nutbar freeride vid to hit the shelves, a must for a bit of radical armchair action. Black Diamond

Possibly the coolest condiment containers around, these Chris King salt and pepper shakers are made from not-quite-up-to-scratch hub shells. They’re available in a load of colours, and you can even get bigger-holed versions for parmesan and the like made from rear hubs. Tasty! Evolution Imports 0208 290 0807

Continuing a theme of bicycle-themed household accessories, how about this very fine Park Tools loo roll holder? It’s got a quick release and everything. Madison.