Proceeds from sales of Giro's four new special-edition LIVESTRONG cycling helmets go to the Lance Armstrong Foundation, which helps raise awareness and funds for fighting cancer — $30-$230 at GNO Cyclery (1426 Carrollton Ave., 861-0023; www.gnocyclery.com).
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A lightweight and durable hydration system, the Lezyne Powerpack has a 3-liter water bladder and neoprene compartments tailored to fit tools, an MP3 player, and flat repair essentials — $59.99 at Mike the Bike Guy (4411 Magazine St., 899-1344).
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Made of hemp with a reflective stripe for night visibility, the Filmore bag by Soma Fabrications has a shoulder strap so you can carry it in the market, an adjustable fore-aft bike mount so you don't hit the bag with your heels on the way home, and it folds flat for easy storage — $53 at Bayou Bicycles (3530 Toulouse St., 488-1946; www.bayoubicycles.com).