Found a Bargain? Do Tell.

[simon.r]

I have a spare sigma BC5.12 going good for the cost of postage. Decided I prefer the Knog better.

Thanks, but I don't *need* anything, just disappointed I missed the opportunity!

 

[jay clock]

Wiggle have a good deal on clothing - £15 off £100 and £40 off £200. My wife is getting me £210 Assos shorts (better be worth it!) which she had to order in my name to get my discount. That then brought them to £199.50 so had to add £3 socks to get whole lot down to £162.50. Still a lot for shorts but I am assured they are good!

 

[stalagmike]

Wiggle have a good deal on clothing - £15 off £100 and £40 off £200. My wife is getting me £210 Assos shorts (better be worth it!) which she had to order in my name to get my discount. That then brought them to £199.50 so had to add £3 socks to get whole lot down to £162.50. Still a lot for shorts but I am assured they are good!

Wow! Two hundred sheets for a pair of shorts? What are they made of unicorn leather?

 

[Truth]

I simply can't comprehend it..... my bike only cost a bit more than that
Still, if you can afford it, good on you

 

[NorthernDave]

I had no notification for my Sigma 12.12 so went in store to discover yes they did have it; took them about 10 minutes to find it. Not only is the email / text communication wobbly but there is obviously no organisation in store of where ordered stock is kept; "could be upstairs, downstairs or in the back or..."

You're right on both counts - my shoes were upstairs in the bike section (in a huge box) and the Knog was "probably here somewhere" - eventually found downstairs in an office about 10 minutes later. Still, for what I paid a bit of waiting around wasn't a problem.

Edit to add that the Knog 12 is now available again on the Halfords website - at the full price of £63.99!!!

 

[stalagmike]

Have just been on the wiggle site to look up these shorts. The description is a superb bit of translation / salesmanship.
"The unique insert is a small masterpiece that has been specifically designed for ultra-long-distance missions. Ergonomically shaped, it uses higher density memory foam shock absorbers and features a very special ASSOS invention, kuKuPenthouse. In the front section of the insert there is a low volume circular inlet that accommodates the male anatomy in cocoon-like comfort, yet holds everything securely. "

 

[Adam4868]

Have just been on the wiggle site to look up these shorts. The description is a superb bit of translation / salesmanship.
"The unique insert is a small masterpiece that has been specifically designed for ultra-long-distance missions. Ergonomically shaped, it uses higher density memory foam shock absorbers and features a very special ASSOS invention, kuKuPenthouse. In the front section of the insert there is a low volume circular inlet that accommodates the male anatomy in cocoon-like comfort, yet holds everything securely. "

In other words,no sore ar@e !

 

[GGJ]

Shimano PD_M8000 pedals for £51 posted from here

 

[Blue Hills]

Have just been on the wiggle site to look up these shorts. The description is a superb bit of translation / salesmanship.
"The unique insert is a small masterpiece that has been specifically designed for ultra-long-distance missions. Ergonomically shaped, it uses higher density memory foam shock absorbers and features a very special ASSOS invention, kuKuPenthouse. In the front section of the insert there is a low volume circular inlet that accommodates the male anatomy in cocoon-like comfort, yet holds everything securely. "

ku ku penthouse? For ku ku's sake.
Cocoon for the rapha wearer's "anatomy". So the rapha wearer's, er, anatomy is some sort of mushy insect larva?

Wiki on larva
Https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larva

And this bit of the anatomy only needs a low volume allowance made for it.

Mm, i think i'm getting the picture.

 

[mjr]

ku ku penthouse? For ku ku's sake.
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Mm, i think i'm getting the picture.

And it's not a good picture. I mean, isn't the penthouse usually the highest bit? Which would make those shorts literally A*** about face!

 

[vickster]

ku ku penthouse? For ku ku's sake.
Cocoon for the rapha wearer's "anatomy". So the rapha wearer's, er, anatomy is some sort of mushy insect larva?

Wiki on larva
Https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larva

And this bit of the anatomy only needs a low volume allowance made for it.

Mm, i think i'm getting the picture.

I think these are Assos not Rapha shorts, but you could be correct on Rapha wearers regardless

 

[Blue Hills]

Ah good point vickster, should have scrolled back. Still priceless waffle though and rightfully highlighted

Back to the bargains.

 

[jay clock]

My point was about £40 off at Wiggle if spending a lot on kit, not arguing whether ££163 was too much on shorts. For my 4th Ironman I have decided to give Assos a try and will keep you posted as to whether 2-3 times the price of regular kit has any benefit!

 

[stalagmike]

My point was about £40 off at Wiggle if spending a lot on kit, not arguing whether ££163 was too much on shorts. For my 4th Ironman I have decided to give Assos a try and will keep you posted as to whether 2-3 times the price of regular kit has any benefit!

Yes. Sorry my posts have been a bit OT lately. Are. Back to the bargains.

 

[Mike_P]

My point was about £40 off at Wiggle if spending a lot on kit, not arguing whether ££163 was too much on shorts. For my 4th Ironman I have decided to give Assos a try and will keep you posted as to whether 2-3 times the price of regular kit has any benefit!

Well recommended on this shorts comparison https://www.ride25.com/cycling-blog/cycling-shorts-what-your-money-gets-you/