Aldi bike stuff Thurs 02 May

natrix

Aldi have bike stuff in again on Thursday 02 May

http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/offers/25 ... z_src=main

The paper leaflet also shows mini pump, shoes, soft shell top etc

FransJacques

Really coins the popular phrase:










wait for it...









"Aldi gear and no idea"

rolf_f

FransJacques wrote:

wait for it

It wasn't worth the wait......(the joke - not the kit which is excellent value and very long lasting)

dowtcha

Packable jacket and hopefully a bike stand for me .lidl's was poor enough last week, most stuff unsold when I checked it out in the afternoon.

Davdandy

FransJacques wrote:

Really coins the popular phrase:



wait for it.



"Aldi gear and no idea"

Another cycling snob.Not everyone can afford the top gear you know. :evil:

I am currently using the 3/4 length padded shorts and for the money they are great.I will be buying some shorts next week too.

Haughjd

I got some of their stuff from their last sale. It's superb value for money. I'd love all my gear to be Gore, but that's not going to happen. This isnt the best, your not going to win any tour's but at this price it's smiles all round.

Trust me its worth a look.

J

rolf_f

Davdandy wrote:

FransJacques wrote:

Really coins the popular phrase:
"Aldi gear and no idea"

Another cycling snob.Not everyone can afford the top gear you know. :evil:

To be fair, it's unclear what FransJacques is meaning as the joke doesn't make sense because the convention of All the Gear and no idea is that the buyer is getting all the posh stuff when he doesn't no what to do with it.

As Aldi is as cheap as you can get then it hardly counts as 'All the gear'!

passout

Rolf F wrote:

Davdandy wrote:

FransJacques wrote:

Really coins the popular phrase:
"Aldi gear and no idea"

Another cycling snob.Not everyone can afford the top gear you know. :evil:

To be fair, it's unclear what FransJacques is meaning as the joke doesn't make sense because the convention of All the Gear and no idea is that the buyer is getting all the posh stuff when he doesn't no what to do with it.

As Aldi is as cheap as you can get then it hardly counts as 'All the gear'!

So you mean, 'Lidal does he know'? I think more cheesy jokes is exactly what BR needs.

Thanks for heads up though, I might get some coolmax shorts.

rolf_f

passout wrote:

So you mean, 'Lidal does he know'? I think more cheesy jokes is exactly what BR needs.

Ahhh, maybe you are right. Do you think the world might have made me too cynical?

slam that stem

I think most sensible bikers would be curious as to how good Lidl/Aldi stuff is. I buy Rapha and I also own some Lidl work gloves that are not even cycling-specific, which I used for months in the winter time.

"Crivit" must be German for cool?

secretsam

Got a few bits of Lidl gear, jerseys and a gilet being the highlights - very pleased with them for the ludicrously low price.

Perfect if you just want stuff you can destroy without worrying about the cost. More money to spend on the bike, that way

Sprool

I joined the early morning Mamil run to Aldi to check out the bargains, it was still dormant at 8:15. I picked up a pretty decent looking (and feeling) light softshell convertable jacket for £15 which has saved me spending £59 on the decathlon one, fits nicely. Also got one of their cheap cycling shirts and some arm warmers. For this price you don't expect Rapha style but to me the quality is more than acceptable.

goonz

Rolf F wrote:

Davdandy wrote:

FransJacques wrote:

Really coins the popular phrase:
"Aldi gear and no idea"

Another cycling snob.Not everyone can afford the top gear you know. :evil:

To be fair, it's unclear what FransJacques is meaning as the joke doesn't make sense because the convention of All the Gear and no idea is that the buyer is getting all the posh stuff when he doesn't no what to do with it.

As Aldi is as cheap as you can get then it hardly counts as 'All the gear'!

Some people need to lighten up lol

goonz

I wonder is the ALDI stuff better than the LIDL stuff?

The LIDL stuff fitted like a bin liner and I like to look good on and off the bike so it was a no no from me.

I'd rather save a little extra and buy better quality and fitting gear.

If it fits then great but not for moi.

Sprool

Being bin-liner-shaped has its advantages . I think the Aldi stuff is a bit better quality than Lidl, I haven't bought Lidl stuff but I've had a few Aldi jackets and tops and compression underwear thats been great and lasting well 6 months on. I hold out to spend a bit more on shoes and cycle shorts with good padding though.

Davdandy

Went this morning and bought a pair of shorts and a jersey and the lock.

The shorts feels good,a little bit of bagginess at the bottom of the leg but other than that a good fit.the jersey is fine,no probs.And the lock is only if i should need something locking at home,at only £2.50 i am not complaining.

Overall i am very happy.I am not a Sky rider nor do i ever want to be.I am an average Joe with average wages and the cycling is what is important to me not looking the dandiest on the street.hell,even my normal clothes are nothing special,nice but they don't cost me £100 for a t-shirt for example.Labelled stuff is for vain people,and i am not one of them.You take me as i am or bog off.

andy9964

Bought the jacket/gilet and shoes (the green/brown ones)
Got the thicker jacket last year, but it's getting a bit warm for it now, though it does have more pockets.
Shoes fit well, but I'll have to wait for some pedals to try them properly

daveski12

Hoping there's some stuff left in my local Aldi when I get there after work.

Can't argue with their stuff for the price.

jonomc4

Well I am a bike snob - I have a lot of expensive kit Assos Castelli endura equipe - but I actually prefer the Aldi cycling socks to the posh brands. I just went to aldi and got their packable rain jacket - it packs really small and is very light - excellent to leave in your rucksack when commuting and forget about until you need it - and I got more socks

FransJacques

goonz wrote:

I wonder is the ALDI stuff better than the LIDL stuff?

The LIDL stuff fitted like a bin liner and I like to look good on and off the bike so it was a no no from me.
.

It's all the same fing innit. The shops are run by two German brothers and are branded separately but share sourcing, wharehouseing, and distribution. Read a great Economist article about this.

Kinda like Adi Dasler and his brother 'cept these 2 get along :-)

dowtcha

FransJacques wrote:

goonz wrote:

I wonder is the ALDI stuff better than the LIDL stuff?

The LIDL stuff fitted like a bin liner and I like to look good on and off the bike so it was a no no from me.
.

It's all the same fing innit. The shops are run by two German brothers and are branded separately but share sourcing, wharehouseing, and distribution. Read a great Economist article about this.

Kinda like Adi Dasler and his brother 'cept these 2 get along :-)

Urban myth, the brothers run Aldi and have no connection to LIDL.


I just picked up the packable jacket and took it with me on my ride this morning, did not need it but did not even notice it in my back pocket. No arm/leg warmers in my local branch, was hoping for a bike stand also.

c-mac

Popped in this morning. Purchased a bike lock, mini pump and packable waterproof jacket. As long as they all work I'll be chuffed.

Was thinking of buying a Rapha jacket but didn't know if it was worth it. £10 Aldi jobby will be a bargain and perfect for the odd downpour and commute.

nevman

Grabbed a medium softshell for next winter ie 2 months time.Fitted ok and YKK zips .

antfly

What happens if someone you know sees you going in there, do you have a story ready or some sort of disguise?



Just kiddin.

Mikey41

I got a jersey, shorts, rainproof, socks, underwear and some glasses.

Everything fits and seems to be decent, along the lines of Lidl's. I'll be using the shorts for summer commuting, so as long as they'll be OK for an hour, I'm happy.

I'm well kitted out with Lidl and Aldi Jerseys now, I was out in a Lidl one today, one of the long sleeve ones from last autumn. The length of the body is huge, Aldi's are more the correct length.

KevChallis

I picked up a jersey, socks, arm warmers and a rucksack, as I dont have one for the gym, oh and a packable jacket, saved me a fortune, looks ok gear aswell to be honest, the shoes, well, not for me, thats for sure

peddlingmadness

The compression underwear top is very good quality, tried it out today with just a short sleeve top and was surprised how well it preformed. Lightweight, breathable and close fitting. (was not too hot or cold and no build up of sweat like you get when you wear anything cotton as a base layer) for £6.99 its a bargain. Preformed no better or worse than the Endura and Gore base layers I wear. The only downside is they only had them in navy blue and I would have preferred White or Black. Also picked up some fingerless gloves to use as a spare pair as I'm a bugger for not being able to find my gear when I'm in a rush. There's no gel pads so pretty cheap quality but, for £3.99 what do you expect. If you like red wine try their Toro Loco Tempranillo. Voted one of the top wines for 2012.

Ginger81

Guys, I got a jacket last year for £12.... Still going strong nowadays.... Good stuff. Pack able waterproof here I come...

IainGamer

Me and the wife got some bits aswell yesterday including the helmets, but the wife really unsure of the helmets as they were only a tender.

What do people think? Is it worth paying 20-30 more for a branded one and are they much safer?

Cheers

R0B75

They will have a safety certificate or they would not be allowed to sell them in the UK so they won't be any less safe than any other cycle helmet. You pay for other things when spending more on a helmet such as lighter weight, quality of materials, brand, and air flow/cooling etc. The helmet will be fine so as long as it fits and looks decent, don't worry.

IainGamer

Thanks!