Found a Bargain? Do Tell.

[dellzeqq]

front light for a fiver. http://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=777_13&products_id=112344 bright enough for out of town, but it's a very directional beam, so don't count on being seen except by what's coming toward you. Quality so-so, but I've had mine a month, and it's survived. Very decent mount.

http://fnrttc.blogspot.com/p/lights.html

 

[Domestique]

They look exactly like the SAIK lights but 3W. 5W are available on ebay + back light. Been using mine for over a year in all weather and its still going good.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5w-LED-CR...isure_Cycling_Bike_Lights&hash=item2306f16a84

 

[ohnovino]

I don't think they've been mentioned for a while, so I thought I'd give Cycle Promotions another plug. Some decent prices on essentials (I've got about 3 years supply of inner tubes and GT85 now!), and it's useful if you like to try clothes on before buying them but don't want to pay LBS prices.

 

[albion]

sdeals.com of Gloucestershire have basic spokes at 11 pence each.

They are fine on a front wheel and possibly on the non drive side of a wheel.
They also do quality 14/17/14 lightweights at 26p each.
Postage is said to be at cost by weight.

 

[Noodley]

Exustar Look Keo-compatible pedals (black or white) for £22.49 on amazon, supplied by Rutland Cycles - cheaper than advertsied on their own webpage.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=exustar+keo&x=9&y=27

 

[Madcyril]

Found these on cycles uk for £20:

http://www.cyclesuk.com/product/Bib_Fronted_Cycling_Shorts_CUK02200104

They're buy one get one free, not the best out there, but better than the basic stuff from sports direct, ideal for first pair of 'proper' bibs. It's an online offer only too, i went in the shop to get some and they cost more and you don't get a free pair.

 

[The Jogger]

front light for a fiver. http://www.7dayshop.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=777_13&products_id=112344 bright enough for out of town, but it's a very directional beam, so don't count on being seen except by what's coming toward you. Quality so-so, but I've had mine a month, and it's survived. Very decent mount.

http://fnrttc.blogspot.com/p/lights.html

Thanks, it's in the post bargain.....................

 

[semislickstick]

I've just ordered these panniers, they're an absolute bargain at 40 quid (half price) from ChainReactioCycles http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=57993. I usually only need a top rack bag, but occasionally need the side panniers. They're for my recumbent, so being able to fold up the panniers means I don't lose those vital extra mph's through wind drag. Oh, and you don't need the topeak rack, these just fasten with velcro....ideal!

Additional. These arrived yesterday and I am over the moon with them. The fold out panniers are far bigger than I expected, almost as big as my 'normal' panniers and they look really hard wearing as well. The telescopic top on the rack bag should also come in handy.

Does anyone have any idea how to use the velcro loop and elastic toggle thingy to attach the side pannier to the rack sides? Er, if thats what it's for?

 

[Arsen Gere]

I've not looked at this model, but usually there is some kind of clip that sits over the top rail on the rack for the side paniers to attach to the carrier/rack frame.
Then on the bottom and/or sides they often put vecro or elastic straps with hooks to attach to the bottom of the carrier frame so they don't flap around like spaniels lugs.
You can attach them to the frame of your bike but they will jiggle around and probably take the paint off so I'd use the rack frame.

 

[Scilly Suffolk]

TK Maxx - extra-fine Merino wool tops £17.99
I don't know if all branches get similar stock at the same time, but I bought the above today in Ipswich.

The brand is Mark Law and although they're not billed as base layers (I found them in with the usual woolie-poolies and sweaters), they'll do the job just fine: thin, light, turtle neck and a 1/4 length zip.

They also had crew and v-necks, some just £14.99.

 

[BlackPanther]

Does anyone have any idea how to use the velcro loop and elastic toggle thingy to attach the side pannier to the rack sides? Er, if thats what it's for?

The velcro loop just goes under one side of the rack, over the other side, back underneath and fastens to hold the top bag on (pic1). On my bike the panniers rest against rack support that fastens to the spindle (pic2) which works well as that side of the panniers is hard backed, and the 'elastic toggle thingy fastens' to thespindle nut....it's just to stop the panniers flapping around (pic3). I only usually have one pannier down to retain some aerodynamicity. And yes, that is a home made mudguard, made of plastic plumbing tubes, mudguards, torch mount holders, is there nothing they can't do?

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[ohnovino]

I bought a pair of bib tights on eBay for £15 on Sunday. They arrived on Tuesday, and I'm pleased with them so far. The seller seems to be clearing out old stock, as they've got some incredible bargains (unpadded bib tights for £6, jerseys from £4). There's not a lot of choice and very limited sizes, but it's definitely one to watch: link

 

[The Brewer]

Possible Bargain mmmmm

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=220938787167

 

[DCLane]

I bought a pair of bib tights on eBay for £15 on Sunday. They arrived on Tuesday, and I'm pleased with them so far. The seller seems to be clearing out old stock, as they've got some incredible bargains (unpadded bib tights for £6, jerseys from £4). There's not a lot of choice and very limited sizes, but it's definitely one to watch: link

I got the same as well, but unpadded ones. The size is a bit larger than others though.

 

[Sittingduck]

Sexy road bike with 105 and Ultegra all over it. Easton wheelset. Less than 900 quid...
If Only I needed another road bike and had the funds

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=57242