New Roadie New Clothes?
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I have just purchased a Tifosi as I will soon be able to commute a hilly 18 mile each way to work. I have done a fair bit of mountain biking, but don't have any high visibility cycling clothes, (or any cycle specific clothes for that matter except favourite Endura warn waterproof). I have several base layers I have collected for skiing and MTB. Any advice on the essential items I need a this stage, and good makes? I love my Endura which I have had for years but it really doesn't stand out enough on the back roads of Hampshire Sussex and Surrey.
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Good bibshorts are a must. Endura, Assos, Castelli, Santini, Nalini all have good offerings at various prices.
Bibtights, overshoes and gloves are all msut haves if you are going to commute in Winter.0 -
Gilet, armwarmers and legwarmers for those chilly mornings.
Neoprene overshoes for winter.
Gloves.0 -
http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Altura-Night-Vi ... _12005.htm
The above link is to one of the best value pound for pound jackets you can buy. Although not sold as waterproof it is, and also available in yellow if required.0 -
John C. wrote:http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Altura-Night-Vision-2008-windproof-cycling-jacket_12005.htm
The above link is to one of the best value pound for pound jackets you can buy. Although not sold as waterproof it is, and also available in yellow if required.
I've got one (in yellow) that I use for my winter jacket. It's a good jacket and great value for money, but it isn't waterproof above a light shower.
It is rather warm though, I can't use mine between April and October as I get too hot.
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Good bibshorts are a must. When you catch the bug (you will, I am a converted MTBer) a decent jersey, roadie shoes/pedals, arm warmers, knee warmers, saddle bag are all worth having. If you like Endura kit then FS260 pro bibshorts and jersey are good value, and the Windchill jacket is cosy without being too warm and kept me dry in a downpour yesterday0
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Thanks for all the advice. What is the main advantage of bibshorts over ordinary cycle shorts? Do they keep your front warmer?0
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No waistband cutting in when you lean right forward, shoulder straps stop them slipping down to reveal builder's cleavage0
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Bib shorts holds your chamois in place...Note: the above post is an opinion and not fact. It might be a lie.0
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How long til the leg shaving starts? I've owned a road bike since Thursday and my girlfriend wasn't happy when I told her I was gonna start shaving my legs :P0
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Once you've won a race...Note: the above post is an opinion and not fact. It might be a lie.0
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jonmack wrote:How long til the leg shaving starts? I've owned a road bike since Thursday and my girlfriend wasn't happy when I told her I was gonna start shaving my legs :P
I jokingly said about shaving my legs to my Mrs. The reply was " the day you start shaving yours ....I'll STOP shaving mine" Sort of ended that (unlikely) idea abruptly
She likes my (as she refers to em) "Kilt Legs" (I prefer Rugby Player legs) to be hairy The universal aptitude for ineptitude makes any human accomplishment an incredible miracle. ...Stapp’s Ironical Paradox Law
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I jokingly said about shaving my legs to my Mrs. The reply was " the day you start shaving yours ....I'll STOP shaving mine" Sort of ended that (unlikely) idea abruptly
100/1 she won't!!"There's a shortage of perfect breasts in this world, t'would be a pity to damage yours."0 -
Aggieboy wrote:I jokingly said about shaving my legs to my Mrs. The reply was " the day you start shaving yours ....I'll STOP shaving mine" Sort of ended that (unlikely) idea abruptly
100/1 she won't!!
but is it worth the risk?"Bed is for sleepy people.
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John C. wrote:http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Altura-Night-Vision-2008-windproof-cycling-jacket_12005.htm
The above link is to one of the best value pound for pound jackets you can buy. Although not sold as waterproof it is, and also available in yellow if required.
I had one of these for about 18 months and it was very good. However after that it was rubbish, it managed ot pass water through very quickly. I've since moved on to one of these;
http://www.endura.co.uk/Product.aspx?de ... rod_id=128
For when it's really really lashing it down.
I tend to stick to arm warmers, long sleeve tops, gilets and tights to keep me warm/dry in the winter. Yes, they get wet but they dry quickly and keep you warm even when wet.0 -
The Altura night vision stuff is great for commuting. Comfortable, plenty of reflectives and not too expensive.0
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I found the night vision jacket stiflingly hot once I got riding. I am quite warm blooded though. I have an Endura Flyte jacket now and have been very impressed with that, but still prefer my Windchill jacket. The water resistant lycra is a really nice fit0
