Thread to tell everyone what bargains you've spotted!

daniel_b

Alpha jerseys for a ton, plus cashback etc:

https://www.merlincycles.com/castelli-alpha-wind-fz-cycling-jersey-2016-94227.html

pinno

Daniel B wrote:

Alpha jerseys for a ton, plus cashback etc:

https://www.merlincycles.com/castelli-alpha-wind-fz-cycling-jersey-2016-94227.html

Which in terms of temperature, it's rather similar to my DHB.

It's only a bargain if you need it!

pinno

Oh, big sale of Berghaus stuff at Sports Pursuit.

https://www.sportpursuit.com/sales/berg ... ghaus%20(1)

meanredspider

Pinno wrote:

It's only a bargain if you need it!

Or, in Dan B's case, if it's black and yellow

daniel_b

meanredspider wrote:

Pinno wrote:

It's only a bargain if you need it!

Or, in Dan B's case, if it's black and yellow

Agreed

daniel_b

Pinno wrote:

Daniel B wrote:

Alpha jerseys for a ton, plus cashback etc:

https://www.merlincycles.com/castelli-alpha-wind-fz-cycling-jersey-2016-94227.html

Which in terms of temperature, it's rather similar to my DHB.

It's only a bargain if you need it!

This is true, but the Alpha (Jersey) is a lovely bit of kit, one of my all time favourite items (especially for less than £80) - it just works for me really well, and it's like a faithful and loyal friend, but not one I need to take for walks, or pick up poo in a bag for.

Daniel B wrote:

meanredspider wrote:

Pinno wrote:

It's only a bargain if you need it!

Or, in Dan B's case, if it's black and yellow

Agreed

luv2ride

Daniel B wrote:

Castelli Alpha Jacket for £115 in all sizes, but limited colours, and still none that float my boat fortunately.

https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Castelli-Alpha-Windproof-Cycling-Jacket-AW16_74031.htm

There's also a £5 code to knock it down to £110, and then 3.15% cashback through TCP takes it down to less than £107 - not too shabby at all.

A proper bargain, if only they had one in Luna Grey in my size. They dont, so never mind. I'm planning to use my Potenza powerfleece jersey as a mid layer when it would be cold enough to wear the Alpha jacket, probably with my Pave waterproof as the outershell if needed. Have also snaffled a Fiandre Extreme jacket so that's hopefully me more than covered for this winter

RossoCorso34

Satin have a sale on at the moment, not sure if these are good / bad prices though, thought it would be judged in here if it's a bargain or not!

https://www.santinisms.it/en/men-s-sale-194

bikes`n`guns

That Satin will be Santini then ?

Very nice kit.

RossoCorso34

Bikes`n`guns wrote:

That Satin will be Santini then ?

Very nice kit.

Haha! Autocorrect or Freudian. You pick I'll leave the typo in there!

pinno

Luv2ride wrote:

Daniel B wrote:

Castelli Alpha Jacket for £115 in all sizes, but limited colours, and still none that float my boat fortunately.

https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Castelli-Alpha-Windproof-Cycling-Jacket-AW16_74031.htm

There's also a £5 code to knock it down to £110, and then 3.15% cashback through TCP takes it down to less than £107 - not too shabby at all.

A proper bargain, if only they had one in Luna Grey in my size. They dont, so never mind. I'm planning to use my Potenza powerfleece jersey as a mid layer when it would be cold enough to wear the Alpha jacket, probably with my Pave waterproof as the outershell if needed. Have also snaffled a Fiandre Extreme jacket so that's hopefully me more than covered for this winter

How does the Fiandre Extreme jacket compare with say the Alpa or if you have one, the Espresso, apart form being waterproof?

luv2ride

Pinno wrote:

How does the Fiandre Extreme jacket compare with say the Alpa or if you have one, the Espresso, apart form being waterproof?

I'll confirm when it arrives, but have tried a few on before and would say it's slightly thicker overall, especially the arms. It also has a thin but insulating waffle lining (actually similar /or same as used in the inner portion of the Alpha jacket) so, hopefully it'll be a touch warmer. That said I've gone for the short sleeve version with arm warmers for a little more flexibility than the full jacket, so we'll see. Otherwise it's the waterproofing that's the key difference I think. Plus my Alpha jersey has white arms (got it on a killer discount due to older colourway), but as a consequence doesn't get worn that much on muddy rides. Im hoping to use the Fiande for those....

Don't have an Espresso but a Mortirolo, and I don't find that waterproof. Its also a looser fit than the Fiandre Extremes I've tried on in the past.

wolfsbane2k

https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Non-Food-Offe ... ek=1&ar=12

Lidl cycling accessories from Sunday 20th, including a Softshell jacket for £12.99.

pinno

Luv2ride wrote:

Pinno wrote:

How does the Fiandre Extreme jacket compare with say the Alpa or if you have one, the Espresso, apart form being waterproof?

I'll confirm when it arrives, but have tried a few on before and would say it's slightly thicker overall, especially the arms. It also has a thin but insulating waffle lining (actually similar /or same as used in the inner portion of the Alpha jacket) so, hopefully it'll be a touch warmer. That said I've gone for the short sleeve version with arm warmers for a little more flexibility than the full jacket, so we'll see. Otherwise it's the waterproofing that's the key difference I think. Plus my Alpha jersey has white arms (got it on a killer discount due to older colourway), but as a consequence doesn't get worn that much on muddy rides. Im hoping to use the Fiande for those....

Don't have an Espresso but a Mortirolo, and I don't find that waterproof. Its also a looser fit than the Fiandre Extremes I've tried on in the past.

Thanks L2R.

luv2ride

Pinno wrote:

Luv2ride wrote:

Pinno wrote:

How does the Fiandre Extreme jacket compare with say the Alpa or if you have one, the Espresso, apart form being waterproof?

I'll confirm when it arrives, but have tried a few on before and would say it's slightly thicker overall, especially the arms. It also has a thin but insulating waffle lining (actually similar /or same as used in the inner portion of the Alpha jacket) so, hopefully it'll be a touch warmer. That said I've gone for the short sleeve version with arm warmers for a little more flexibility than the full jacket, so we'll see. Otherwise it's the waterproofing that's the key difference I think. Plus my Alpha jersey has white arms (got it on a killer discount due to older colourway), but as a consequence doesn't get worn that much on muddy rides. Im hoping to use the Fiande for those....

Don't have an Espresso but a Mortirolo, and I don't find that waterproof. Its also a looser fit than the Fiandre Extremes I've tried on in the past.

Thanks L2R.

So it's here, and will hopefully ride in it tomorrow morning. Certainly more substantial material than the Alpha jersey, and the internal waffle lining also appears on the front part of the arm warmers, as well as all over the inside of the jacket. Fit is close (large in this, compared with medium in the Alpha). Had previously tried the Fiandre Extreme in medium and was definitely too tight. This large is actually a similar fit to the Alpha jersey in medium. I'm thinking the short sleeve Sportful will also be a more versatile replacement for my old Gabba jacket, with better waterproofing.

....also concluded I have too many jackets, but I've wanted one of these for ages. :oops:

N0bodyOfTheGoat

Wolfsbane2k wrote:

https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Non-Food-Offers.htm?id=311&week=1&ar=12

Lidl cycling accessories from Sunday 20th, including a Softshell jacket for £12.99.

It doesn't specify in words, but some photos of the jacket suggest at least some colours can be converted into a gillet.

If they are the same design as the springtime helmets, they are a good fit for oval heads with a flat top, I was all set to buy one until they have no hi-vis yellow in large.

Are Lidl jumping on the tubeless sealant bandwagon? http://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Non-Food-Offer ... 5497&ar=12

pinno

Luv2ride wrote:

Pinno wrote:

Luv2ride wrote:

Pinno wrote:

How does the Fiandre Extreme jacket compare with say the Alpa or if you have one, the Espresso, apart form being waterproof?

I'll...past.

Thanks L2R.

So it's here, and will hopefully ride in it tomorrow morning. Certainly more substantial material than the Alpha jersey, and the internal waffle lining also appears on the front part of the arm warmers, as well as all over the inside of the jacket. Fit is close (large in this, compared with medium in the Alpha). Had previously tried the Fiandre Extreme in medium and was definitely too tight. This large is actually a similar fit to the Alpha jersey in medium. I'm thinking the short sleeve Sportful will also be a more versatile replacement for my old Gabba jacket, with better waterproofing.

....also concluded I have too many jackets, but I've wanted one of these for ages. :oops:

How big are you? I found the Alpha Jacket in Medium too tight, especially around the shoulders. I am 5'9" (with heels). I bought an Espresso in Medium and it's a perfect fit. Is it stretchy at all?

luv2ride

Pinno wrote:

How big are you? I found the Alpha Jacket in Medium too tight, especially around the shoulders. I am 5'9" (with heels). I bought an Espresso in Medium and it's a perfect fit. Is it stretchy at all?

I'm 5'8, 37.5" chest, but probably now 34" waist. Unfortunately not as lean as i was last year :? My Alpha jersey is close fitting but not really tight, my Mortirolo softshell is definately a looser fit though. Fit-wise, the Sportful is certainly closer to the Alpha jersey. Think I saw CRC doing the Fiandre Extreme long sleeve at a good price, might even have been in their clearance section with an extra 10% off. Maybe worth trying and returning if unsuitable? Scratch the itch....

luv2ride

Luv2ride wrote:

Pinno wrote:

How big are you? I found the Alpha Jacket in Medium too tight, especially around the shoulders. I am 5'9" (with heels). I bought an Espresso in Medium and it's a perfect fit. Is it stretchy at all?

I'm 5'8, 37.5" chest, but probably now 34" waist. Unfortunately not as lean as i was last year :? My Alpha jersey is close fitting but not really tight, my Mortirolo softshell is definitely a looser fit though. Fit-wise, the Sportful is certainly closer to the Alpha jersey. Think I saw CRC doing the Fiandre Extreme long sleeve at a good price, might even have been in their clearance section with an extra 10% off. Maybe worth trying and returning if unsuitable? Scratch the itch....

EDIT: just saw you said Alpha jacket. I also tried the Alpha jacket in medium and found it much tighter than my Alpha jersey. This Fiandre Extreme is similar in fit to the Alpha jacket, so the relative sizes are comparable (i.e. large Alpha jacket = large Fiandre Extreme). Id also say the Fiandre Extreme isn't as stretchy as the Alpha jersey or a Gabba. There is some stretch, but not loads...

bendertherobot

10% off at Merlin on Schwalbe today. Plus seems to work on some tyres that are buy 2 for cheaper.

So, X-One allround are £22.50 or two for £20 each. 10% takes another £2.75 off, oddly.

kingrollo

Needed a budget MTB shoe for commuting and use on my winter bike.

After finding many bargains at CRC and Wiggle - then out of stock in my size - I ordered these.
Really please for £35 - sure theres no ratchet or other refinements - the picture makes them look more chunky than they are

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cyling-Shoe-Ep ... silon+shoe

pinno

Did you buy a shell suit to match?

kingrollo

Pinno wrote:

Did you buy a shell suit to match?

no - but my winter bike is silver !!!

pinno

kingrollo wrote:

Pinno wrote:

Did you buy a shell suit to match?

no - but my winter bike is silver !!!

Fair enough. Put some stripes on it.

redvee

kingrollo wrote:

Needed a budget MTB shoe for commuting and use on my winter bike.

After finding many bargains at CRC and Wiggle - then out of stock in my size - I ordered these.
Really please for £35 - sure theres no ratchet or other refinements - the picture makes them look more chunky than they are

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cyling-Shoe-Ep ... silon+shoe

Ideal for dark winter nights, no reflective bands on ankles needed as you've got two silver orbs spinning at ~80rpm for the light to reflect off.

kingrollo

Really chuffed I posted the link on here. Jesus wept.

timothyw

Decent commuter shoes for the money - and yes, being silver and visible is a good thing.

The muddy fox shoes at sports direct are similarly cheap and cheerful.

Always worth having two sets of cycling shoes you don't mind getting wet - means you never have to put on wet shoes....

pinno

Bike stands at Lidl today. £24.99. Picked up the box it was in and it felt re-assuringly heavy.
I don't need another stand, so I didn't bother.

sloppyschleckonds

Pinno wrote:

Bike stands at Lidl today. £24.99. Picked up the box it was in and it felt re-assuringly heavy.
I don't need another stand, so I didn't bother.

I bet someone stuffed a load of out of date jars of Nutella in the box.

DrLex

kingrollo wrote:

Really chuffed I posted the link on here. Jesus wept.

Stick with it - like all fora, there are good posters and not-so-good posters.

2017 Cannondale Slate 105 - use "bike10" to get it to £1,215 from £2,699 RRP.