I can't wear the Smartwool cycling socks because they have too much elastic around the arch/mid-foot. I like DeFeet Wooleators, which are thin.

Last year I asked for (and received) a gift card from my LBS. They sell them on their website so out-of-town relatives can get them easily. I'm planning to do the same again this year, to help me buy a new cycle computer. I'm also planning to ask for the reflective wrist bands that Road ID sells.

In the past I've asked for arm warmers and Cool Wings .