Top 16 Cheapest Bike Essentials for Ladies

DAKINE Drafter 14L Hydration Pack - Women's

Built for ladies who've got places to go and miles to pedal, the Dakine Women's Drafter 14L Hydration Pack is a great way to keep all your backup repair tools on hand for when a tire pops or you need to make an on-trail adjustment. Designed specifically for females, the Drafter comes bundled with a 3L Hydrapak lumbar reservoir and accompanying Blaster bite valve, so during a rowdy uphill push you won't have to stop to get some much-need thirst quenching. Designated tool storage and a bevy of zippered internal pockets yield plenty of secure storage for your car key, snacks, phone and a trail map. Plus, the pack is compatible with Dakine's Impact CE-certified spine protector (not included), so you can add on some extra protection if you like stepping up to the next-level, but want to mitigate risk in the process.

Osprey Packs Dyna 15L Backpack - Women's

Eliminate the bounce of a cumbersome pack and instead focus on setting a new trail FKT with the Osprey Packs Dyna 15 Hydration Pack. Proving that less is more, this true vest-pack provides bounce-free stability and comfort as you log mile after mile on your run.

Its durable nylon design holds up against encounters with rough canyon walls and snagging branches, while the hipbelt wrap with zippered pockets not only stabilizes the ride, but also keeps the essentials right at your finger tips. An included Hydraulics 2.5L reservoir with attached hose and sternum magnet frees up your hands for easy drinking when you're in the middle of a lungbusting adventure, and the zippered main compartment and multiple pockets ensure you bring along your gloves, hat, headlamp, extra layers, GPS, and any energy gels you might need during your trail run.

CamelBak Luxe 10L Backpack - Women's

The CamelBak Women's Luxe Hydration Backpack represents a serious upgrade over your old, tattered trail pack with its supportive fit and streamlined design. Specializing in everything from self-supported races to 30-mile epics, the Luxe Hydration Backpack comes with a 3-liter Crux reservoir for staying hydrated on longer efforts. Seven liters of cargo storage handily carries your helmet, protective rain shell, essential tools, riding nutrition, trail maps, riding sunglasses, and smartphone. Singletrack-savvy storage includes dedicated tool organization, stretch overflow for wet jackets, and helmet attachment loops.

The 3-liter Crux reservoir delivers 20% more water per sip than previous versions, allowing you to quickly drink without losing breath as you pedal. This hydration reservoir remains well-balanced along your back, preventing much of the sloshing and swaying on your trail bike. Another benefit, it's easier than ever to fill and close, thanks to its wide mouth and ergonomic handle. The Quick Link hose attachment allows you to remove the hydration bladder without spilling water. This makes it painless to hang up and dry the bladder after riding all day.

Gregory Amasa 6L Backpack - Women's

The Women's Amasa 6 Hydration Backpack might be the smallest option in Gregory's mountain biking-specific Amasa collection, but it sure packs a punch when it comes to quick rides. It has the same three-liter hydration reservoir capacity that all the Amasa packs have, and there's enough room for a mini pump, multi-tool, and patch kit. The Shift RS suspension system wraps your shoulders and back in spacer mesh to keep cool air circulating through during those hot summer rides.

CamelBak Magic 7L Backpack - Women's

Heading out on a quick after-work ride or catching some laps during your lunch break? Stay hydrated without overdoing it with the Camelbak Women's Magic Hydration Backpack. The two-liter Crux reservoir is plenty to keep you hydrated for a couple hours of hard riding, and it has a lightweight, compact design that won't weight you down or wear you out.

A women-specific fit ensures ergonomic comfort, and the Air Director back panel cushions and promotes airflow to keep you cool and comfy. The Crux reservoir includes a lightweight, quick-seal cap, folding arms on the port to aid drying, and baffles in the body that allow the reservoir to maintain a low profile. The Quicklink system in the reservoir allows you to quickly snap off the tube for cleaning and easily attach accessories like filters, flow meters, and insulated tubes. Front accessory pockets give you room to stash your keys, phone, sunglasses, and other small items, and the removable waist belt prevents the pack from swinging around and throwing you off-balance when you're riding through rough terrain.

Assos Chamois Creme - Women's

Featuring a soothing formula with natural extracts, the Assos Women's Chamois Creme is designed to relieve and prevent chafing, while also preventing bacterial build up. This creme works equally well on both natural and synthetic chamois, and keeps you feeling fine through long hours in the saddle. Plus, its non-greasy formula washes out impressively easily at the end of the day.

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Assos Chamois Creme - Women's

Featuring a soothing formula with natural extracts, the Assos Women's Chamois Creme is designed to relieve and prevent chafing, while also preventing bacterial build up. This creme works equally well on both natural and synthetic chamois, and keeps you feeling fine through long hours in the saddle. Plus, its non-greasy formula washes out impressively easily at the end of the day.

Platypus B-Line X.C. 8L Backpack - Women's

Designed with muddy trails and cross-country singletrack in mind, Platypus' B-Line 8.0 Backpack is a superb way to stay hydrated and and well-equipped when you're eating up miles on your mountain bike. Designed specifically for women, the B-Line features an anatomically shaped waist belt and shoulder straps, with Platypus' RidgeAir back panel providing the breathable comfort of ridged foam ventilation channels and mesh padding. The B-Line comes with a three-liter reservoir and tons of storage for a patch kit, snacks, safety supplies, and whatever else you need to have a great ride.

Osprey Packs Dyna 6L Backpack - Women's

Bring along just the bare essentials with you on your next trail run with the Osprey Packs Dyna 6 Hydration Pack. Designed on the idea that less is more, this true vest-pack provides bounce-free stability and utilitarian comfort whether you're pounding the pavement or navigating wooded trails. Rugged nylon construction holds up against close encounters with harsh boulders and snagging branches, while the included Hydraulics 1.5L reservoir with attached hose and sternum magnet frees up your hands for easy drinking when you're in the middle of an intense hill climb. The zippered main compartment and multiple pockets make sure you bring along your gloves, hat, headlamp, and any energy-boosting snacks you might need during your outing.

Osprey Packs Kitsuma 1.5L Backpack - Women's

The lowest of low-profile packs, the Osprey Kitsuma 1.5L Backpack provides a way to carry your water—and that's about it. Its 1.5-liter capacity is perfectly filled by the included Osprey Hydraulics LT 1.5L reservoir to ensure you can hydrate throughout your ride. A magnetic chest strap secures the bite valve for drip free storage, while an Atilon foam framesheet gives the reservoir structure. The AirScape backpanel ensures air can move between you and the pack, and Osprey gave the Kitsuma a BioStretch harness that conforms to your shoulders for a bounce-free ride.

Osprey Packs Raven 10L Backpack - Women's

Whether you're mounting up for a cross country loop or crushing downhill runs at the resort, shoulder the Osprey Women's Raven 10 Hydration Pack for an unrivaled fit and easy thirst quenching. The three-liter Hydraulics Reservoir is shaped to match the profile of the back panel for improved balance and less sloshing, while the magnetic bite valve keeps the hose from whipping around when you fly down steep straightaways. Although fairly compact, the Raven has plenty of room for a light layer, a substantial snack, and all the tools you need to get your bike back to the trailhead after a mid-ride breakdown. 

CamelBak Luxe LR 14L Backpack - Women's

If you're tired of bulky packs weighing you down or throwing you out of your groove on long and steep mountain bike climbs, then the CamelBak Luxe LR 14L Backpack might be the solution you've been looking for. Designed to give you all the hydration you need in a stable and low-profile package, this pack features a three-liter CRUX lumbar reservoir, which is placed low in the pack to bring even more stability to its already stable design. It also compresses automatically as the reservoir drains, helping prevent sloshing that might annoy you as you ride or throw off your balance.

The LR, or Low Rider technology, helps place the pack's weight on your hips rather than your shoulders, giving you a more ideal load distribution for riding while freeing your upper body up to ensure that nothing gets in the way of your steering. The Dual Wing hip belts serves two functions—the inner belt helps with load distribution and stability, and the outer belt helps compress the pack while also offering a convenient open pocket in the back for layers and gear. Speaking of storage, the lower reservoir pocket is also home to a handy high-vis rain cover that deploys quickly in rainy weather, as well as a bike-tool organizer roll that'll keep your most important tools close by when you need them.

Osprey Packs Kitsuma 1.5L Backpack - Women's

The lowest of low-profile packs, the Osprey Kitsuma 1.5L Backpack provides a way to carry your water—and that's about it. Its 1.5-liter capacity is perfectly filled by the included Osprey Hydraulics LT 1.5L reservoir to ensure you can hydrate throughout your ride. A magnetic chest strap secures the bite valve for drip free storage, while an Atilon foam framesheet gives the reservoir structure. The AirScape backpanel ensures air can move between you and the pack, and Osprey gave the Kitsuma a BioStretch harness that conforms to your shoulders for a bounce-free ride.

Gregory Amasa 10L Backpack - Women's

As the mid-sized option in Gregory's mountain biking-specific collection, the Women's Amasa 10 Hydration Backpack is your best bet for half-day rides. It can hold hydration reservoirs as large as three liters, and there's still space for snacks, layers, and essential tools and a spare tube. Gregory's Shift RS suspension system includes light foam with spacer mesh that assures the utmost ventilation, and the padded waist belt moves with your hips for long-lasting comfort.

Osprey Packs Kitsuma 7L Backpack - Women's

When you're hitting the trails for mountain biking or hiking but don't need much except water and a few essentials, reach for the Osprey Packs Kitsuma 7L Backpack. Its front zippered pocket holds your extra tools, a spare tube, and a rain jacket while behind it, the external hydration sleeve holds the 2.5L reservoir to keep you hydrated on the trail. The backpack has an AirScape backpanel for ventilation and comfort while the light and airy harness with rolled edges deliver stability and comfort for your ride or hike.

Gregory Amasa 10L Backpack - Women's

As the mid-sized option in Gregory's mountain biking-specific collection, the Women's Amasa 10 Hydration Backpack is your best bet for half-day rides. It can hold hydration reservoirs as large as three liters, and there's still space for snacks, layers, and essential tools and a spare tube. Gregory's Shift RS suspension system includes light foam with spacer mesh that assures the utmost ventilation, and the padded waist belt moves with your hips for long-lasting comfort.