Thread to tell everyone what bargains you've spotted!

mrb123

MrB123 wrote:

gabriel959 wrote:

FYI, I think the Wiggle codes have now finished.

It was good while it lasted...

Although Merlin have just sent me a code for £10 off a £50 spend.

luv2ride

MrB123 wrote:

gabriel959 wrote:

FYI, I think the Wiggle codes have now finished.

It was good while it lasted...

Bugger, was too busy working to order a winter jacket today (been meaning to do it all week). This might force my hand to go to Evans instead as they also have the jackets I was interested in for similar money, but think I have the remainder if an old gift code to redeem. Will probably still be more expensive (and no free returns )

Will check out Merlin too...

bendertherobot

Luv2ride wrote:

MrB123 wrote:

gabriel959 wrote:

FYI, I think the Wiggle codes have now finished.

It was good while it lasted...

Bugger, was too busy working to order a winter jacket today (been meaning to do it all week). This might force my hand to go to Evans instead as they also have the jackets I was interested in for similar money, but think I have the remainder if an old gift code to redeem. Will probably still be more expensive (and no free returns )

Will check out Merlin too...

Unless you're going out on the weekend, hold off. Mild coming back

luv2ride

bendertherobot wrote:

Luv2ride wrote:

MrB123 wrote:

gabriel959 wrote:

FYI, I think the Wiggle codes have now finished.

It was good while it lasted...

Bugger, was too busy working to order a winter jacket today (been meaning to do it all week). This might force my hand to go to Evans instead as they also have the jackets I was interested in for similar money, but think I have the remainder if an old gift code to redeem. Will probably still be more expensive (and no free returns )

Will check out Merlin too...

Unless you're going out on the weekend, hold off. Mild coming back

Hope you're right (have too many jackets anyway). Still tempted by a Fiandre Extreme (waterproof polartec) or the Lusso Aqua repel extreme though. I'm a tart.... :oops:

bendertherobot

I'd like to test the Fiandre but looking at some pics and reviews it seems to be quite damp creating.

apreading

bendertherobot wrote:

I'd like to test the Fiandre but looking at some pics and reviews it seems to be quite damp creating.

I got one this time last year but before I got a chance to wear it I was knocked off my bike and didnt ride again until summer, then by the time winter came around I had put on weight and now need to lose some before I can wear it as its too small...! And cant send it back. I fully intend losing that weight and wearing it one day.

The material is quite different to anything else.

I was sold by this review: http://road.cc/content/review/172677-sp ... ell-jacket

From what I read the pockets dividers come unglued at the back though...

bendertherobot

it's only £162 at CRC, less 10% if you have it.

luv2ride

bendertherobot wrote:

it's only £162 at CRC, less 10% if you have it.

Just ordered the Fiandre Extreme neoshell longsleeve for 149 at Evans. Not quite sure how, but also ordered the Alpha jersey they have in blue and white. With the remainder of a gift card that came to £64 - had to see what the fuss was about and at that price suddenly didn't mind the colour combo so much! Trouble is I think I justified it in my head that I'd only keep one, or possibly even return both if not super impressed. Whenever I adopt that theory though, both items always seem to fit like a glove making that decision impossible :oops:
Off first part of next week so may return to Bristol store as needed

daniel_b

Luv2ride wrote:

bendertherobot wrote:

it's only £162 at CRC, less 10% if you have it.

Just ordered the Fiandre Extreme neoshell longsleeve for 149 at Evans. Not quite sure how, but also ordered the Alpha jersey they have in blue and white. With the remainder of a gift card that came to £64 - had to see what the fuss was about and at that price suddenly didn't mind the colour combo so much! Trouble is I think I justified it in my head that I'd only keep one, or possibly even return both if not super impressed. Whenever I adopt that theory though, both items always seem to fit like a glove making that decision impossible :oops:
Off first part of next week so may return to Bristol store as needed

I have that issue too :?

And the fact it is not either just you, or I, makes it a conspiracy.

I blame Wiggle, and the Illuminati - or are they one and the same........anyone seen them in a room together?

bendertherobot

I keep meaning to buy an actual proper rain jacket. But just keep coming back to waterproof softshell doobries.

luv2ride

Stupid thing is I bought a Fiandre Extreme in large last year but wasn't happy with the fit so returned (didn't see them again at a "decent" price until now). Bought a Castelli Pave rain shell in a new version of Event fabric instead and it's been great whenever I've used it. Bought for a great discounted price too, so value-wise it's right up there. So I just don't need the Fiandre Extreme, only it promises to cover more bases, ie cold and dry, as well as damp or raining. Love the fire/anthracite colourway too....

bendertherobot

Yeah, Wiggle and CRC only have black in my size. Tempted by the Pave as well

meanredspider

bendertherobot wrote:

I keep meaning to buy an actual proper rain jacket. But just keep coming back to waterproof softshell doobries.

If you're going to get one, the latest Gore material (in Gore or Castelli flavour) has to be the on the list.

mrb123

Daniel B wrote:

Luv2ride wrote:

bendertherobot wrote:

it's only £162 at CRC, less 10% if you have it.

Just ordered the Fiandre Extreme neoshell longsleeve for 149 at Evans. Not quite sure how, but also ordered the Alpha jersey they have in blue and white. With the remainder of a gift card that came to £64 - had to see what the fuss was about and at that price suddenly didn't mind the colour combo so much! Trouble is I think I justified it in my head that I'd only keep one, or possibly even return both if not super impressed. Whenever I adopt that theory though, both items always seem to fit like a glove making that decision impossible :oops:
Off first part of next week so may return to Bristol store as needed

I have that issue too :?

And the fact it is not either just you, or I, makes it a conspiracy.

I blame Wiggle, and the Illuminati - or are they one and the same........anyone seen them in a room together?

Same problem here. Have ended up with a Rapha Pro Team Training jacket and a Castelli Alpha jersey in the last fortnight for the very same reason.

gabriel959

MrB123 wrote:

MrB123 wrote:

gabriel959 wrote:

FYI, I think the Wiggle codes have now finished.

It was good while it lasted...

Although Merlin have just sent me a code for £10 off a £50 spend.

Oh nice, is it single use? :twisted:

londoncommuter

cadseen wrote:

I have been looking for a long Sleeve Gabba for ages (after being recomended by friends), without any luck as no retailers had any in stock.

Then i came across this the other day, the "Castelli Sidi Dino 3 Long Sleeve Cycling Jacket"
Its apparently the same as the "Castelli Gabba" Long Sleeve Jacket and its at a great price.

I ordered it and wore it for the first time today, its fantastic, best bit of clothing kit i got.

https://cycling-bargains.co.uk/cycling-deal/43t6Ir

Come on, you've been "told off" already on another thread for advertising your ropey bargain site.

bendip

saw this pair on hukd..lezyne macro drive 800xl and strip pro light rear £47.99 delivered..topcashback and if you sign up for their newsletter you get a fiver off..apologies if already posted

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/lezyne- ... 99-2617218

wolfsbane2k

bendip wrote:

saw this pair on hukd..lezyne macro drive 800xl and strip pro light rear £47.99 delivered..topcashback and if you sign up for their newsletter you get a fiver off..apologies if already posted

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/lezyne- ... 99-2617218

That's a good price for a great set of lights, even if the fronts a bit heavy.

bendertherobot

https://www.sportpursuit.com/catalog/pr ... _new.%20(1)

Edge 810 with cadence and hrm. That's ok, isn't it, at £227?

Quins

bendertherobot wrote:

https://www.sportpursuit.com/catalog/product/view/id/459884?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=e-promo.d-20170213.a-recommendation_recency_new. (1)

Edge 810 with cadence and hrm. That's ok, isn't it, at £227?

I'd say it is!

Man Of Lard

bendertherobot wrote:

https://www.sportpursuit.com/catalog/product/view/id/459884?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=e-promo.d-20170213.a-recommendation_recency_new. (1)

Edge 810 with cadence and hrm. That's ok, isn't it, at £227?

If the unit does what you want it to do (I assume maps) and you're happy then yes

I do hope your GSC-10 Speed/cadence sensor lasts more than 12 months though... I went through 3 in a year (all warranty replaced) where either the speed or cadence simply stopped working (demonstrably the small magnetic switch failed in each case rather than the magnet becoming misaligned).

I also found the CatEye magnet to be more securely attached to the spoke (it screws down rather than the Garmin one that clips on)

Quins

Man Of Lard wrote:

bendertherobot wrote:

https://www.sportpursuit.com/catalog/product/view/id/459884?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=e-promo.d-20170213.a-recommendation_recency_new. (1)

Edge 810 with cadence and hrm. That's ok, isn't it, at £227?

If the unit does what you want it to do (I assume maps) and you're happy then yes

I do hope your GSC-10 Speed/cadence sensor lasts more than 12 months though... I went through 3 in a year (all warranty replaced) where either the speed or cadence simply stopped working (demonstrably the small magnetic switch failed in each case rather than the magnet becoming misaligned).

I also found the CatEye magnet to be more securely attached to the spoke (it screws down rather than the Garmin one that clips on)

I'm still on my,original GSC-10 sensor from a bundle with 800 edge ( Wiggle said they advertised it at the wrong price , pulled it and tried not to send me the sensor) I don't need the 810 , it is still a bargain at that price. I've changed the battery in the sensor and had some issues with the hrm strap, another change of battery and a polar strap as back up and it's working fine. Also had a glitch with the Garmin when I left it on charge over night and my computer downloaded files to and which filled it up. Drove me nuts for a couple of weeks until I found the file and cleared it out. Fingers crossed that I haven't jinxed it.

pblakeney

Man Of Lard wrote:

I do hope your GSC-10 Speed/cadence sensor lasts more than 12 months though... I went through 3 in a year (all warranty replaced) where either the speed or cadence simply stopped working (demonstrably the small magnetic switch failed in each case rather than the magnet becoming misaligned).

My 2009 GSC-10 is still working perfectly.
And it is on the foul weather bike so it is not as if it is pampered.

wolfsbane2k

Ditto my gsc-10 from 2007, still working strong on the xc hard tail.

daniel_b

Bizarre isn't it. I was worried when I bought a GSC10 in sometime around 2008, and it hasn't ever missed a beat.

Mine is also on my winter bike, so gets covered in road crap, rain, and all sorts, and has also served time on the turbo with no ill effects, other than needing the battery changed, but that seems to last for ever.

It's not even like I clean it regularly.

I guess there must be some variations in how they are made perhaps, OR maybe the bikes they are being fitted to means that in some cases the devices are being stretched due to the shape of the rear stay or something?
Grasping at straws, but wondering if 3 failing on one bike might lead to that conclusion.

apreading

I think they fail when moisture gets in to the reed at the end of the long arm. Usually they start acting a bit funny on damp/rainy days only, but OK when they dry out. Then the process leaves deposits which affect the movmement of the reed on dry days too after a while. I had it happen after a couple of years to one. I bought a replacement but havent bothered fitting it yet because I never look at cadence and the speed/distance from the GPS is good enough to I just havent got around to it - I will one day...

keef66

I've never bothered with a cadence / speed sensor, so I can just slap the Garmin on whichever bike the weather dictates and go. I'm not really interested in speed any more, and I've never wanted to know how fast my legs are whirring. I do like to record distance, I'm curious to see what the temperature was doing, and I'm morbidly fascinated by heart rate. The Garmin + HRM does all that.

spasypaddy

the 810 is a nice unit however it isnt compatible with smart trainers so be warned if you want it to control a kickr etc

veronese68

spasypaddy wrote:

the 810 is a nice unit however it isnt compatible with smart trainers so be warned if you want it to control a kickr etc

I read that as this mob have started doing fancy running shoes.

DrLex

Man! When I was 11, those were the footwear I craved. Think I'd been watching too much Mork & Mindy...