Bike and what?

keirtristan

Almost certainly taking the plunge this Sunday and buying a bike.

I want to know what else I need to get, my list is so far;

Bike (obviously)
Helmet
Shoes (probably SPD)
Shorts
Couple of inner tubes
Hydration pack (probably a cheap 1L from decathlon)

I already have the following;
Jacket
Pump (Aldi special)
Mitts (Aldi special)
Saddle bag (Again from Aldi)
Multi tool and puncture repair kit (Yet again from Aldi)

What else should I get? Is it worth getting a tech t-shirt (I have some for running and a HH Dry Rided base layer for snowboarding)?

Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Cheers Guys.

Indigo Gorilla

Good list.

I'd also include

A first aid kit.
Tyre Levers

Some people also carry (for long trips)

Gear Hanger
Rear Derailleur
Brake Pads
Shock Pump

Dave

mea00csf

some chain oil and degreaser and washing up brush to keep everything running smoothly

keirtristan

Cheers guys. Plenty of things I haven't even considered.

I won't be doing long rides just yet, waiting til my daughter is a little older and I can get out for a day or two up the Peaks. Until then will be some Eves and Mornings/Afternoons rounf Sherwood Pines.

I will certianly add soem to my immediate buy list and some to my longer term list.

You know, I wish I used Forums before I started snowboarding many years ago, the advise you get is priceless.

kopite1979

with summer coming up i`d get atleast a 2 litre hydration pack if i was you.
dont worry too much about t-shirts, i wear breathable footy tops

keirtristan

Thanks Kopite. I've just had a quick look on the Decathlon website and they seem to contradict themselves on the Rockrider pack as it states on the same page that it is a 2L bladder but then says 1L storage capacity.

Think I best get myself over there and check it out. At £13 it's hard not to be very tempted!

PS was hoping Liverpool would take the title this season, I'm not a fan but they're my favourite of the top 4!!

kopite1979

that`ll mean 2l water and 1l of space for other stuff like tools and food. 1l storage isnt alot though, like you say, best going to check.