New Bike- what gear to buy?

suziesaysso
suziesaysso Posts: 8
edited April 2009 in Road beginners
Hi

I've just purchased my first road bike - advice needed on what gear i need!! Heres my shopping list currently, any advice on what types/brands/ prices are best much appreciated!!

helmet
lock - d-lock or chain?
basic tools?
pump
gloves?
hi-vis stuff
lights - led?

any thoughts?

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  • softlad
    softlad Posts: 3,513
    cycle shorts..?? your ar5e will thank you for it....
  • Mettan
    Mettan Posts: 2,103
    Smart Superflash rear light - good light, good value - safety first.

    http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=16534

    Track pumps are good for in the house - reliable 120 psi, with ease. Plenty of choice - I use this one.

    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Topea ... 360011991/

    Regards Helmets - the fit is vital - you can try them on in Halfords - they stock a variety of big brands (usually) - Bell, Giro etc.

    Gloves - get Gel padded ones.

    Tyre levers - I use Park Tools blue basic.

    Should hopefully get plenty of other recommendations off others.
  • Shezzer
    Shezzer Posts: 229
    Small saddle bag
    Spare inner tubes
    Puncture repair kit
    Tyre levers
    Chain lubricant
  • steerpike
    steerpike Posts: 424
    http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/src/froogle/ ... -14929.htm[url][/url]
  • rally200
    rally200 Posts: 646
    Shorts - je james have nike £9, adidas £15 - would be plenty good enough to start in

    Packable gilet/jacket - chain reaction have montane featherlite at good prices -don't bother with the fully waterproof

    shoes & pedals- mbt spd are good to start with. loads of choices out there - i like shimano a520 "touring" pedal.

    track pump with guage for home, decent mini pump (dont worry about guage)- lezyne very good.

    arm warmers, leg warmers

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