Going to get my Triban 5a today. Anything I should keep in mind?

[fatCyclist]

Voodoo -- I would have gone for a T3 myself as I would have liked to have saved that extra bit of money, but unfortunately my size was out of stock and I didn't fancy going down to the 3a. Like you, I tried to haggle, but no luck. I think it's still pretty good value for money though, so I can't blame them really.

 

[n3rdy]

As a relatively new road cyclist myself I would highly recommend you getting some padded shorts. You'll be very glad of them indeed! Enjoy the new bike sir

 

[Ozzrahog]

As a relatively new road cyclist myself I would highly recommend you getting some padded shorts. You'll be very glad of them indeed! Enjoy the new bike sir

When I started back cycling I was carrying plenty of natural padding in my shorts so did not buy padded shorts. However as my natural padding disappeared I now see the value in padded shorts

 

[voodoochilli]

Voodoo -- I would have gone for a T3 myself as I would have liked to have saved that extra bit of money, but unfortunately my size was out of stock and I didn't fancy going down to the 3a. Like you, I tried to haggle, but no luck. I think it's still pretty good value for money though, so I can't blame them really.

Yeah I had that problem, I wanted a 57cm but couldnt get it online but I found out that Coventry would accept a courier even though I'm 200 miles away. I tried Birmingham and that other place in the Midlands - is it Glibrock or something, and they both flatly refused but Coventry were like "yep, buy it and we will make sure your courier gets it." Even offered to fit on some accessories etc for me during the curtsey call. Can't praise them highly enough.

 

[fatCyclist]

Kudos to Coventry branch! I was at the Lakeside one and was told flatly they wouldn't do it. But I'm happy enough with the 5a though so I'm not going to complain too much.

And talking of such things, here's my new steed:

Been out for a 10mins spin and the first thing I notice is just how fast it is compared to a mountain bike. And light! Feels crazy light compared to my usual experience. The bike was fitted to me at the Lakeside store, and it was all setup and checked (gears, tyre pressures etc). I did buy some padded shorts amongst the other accessories required as suggested. The service from Decathlon was top notch. Far better than my experience at my LBS.

 

[ianrauk]

^^Lovely looking bike.

 

[Col5632]

I'm jealous, although all being well ill get mine on thursday

 

[Ozzrahog]

Gorgeous bike

 

[Rob500]

Cracking looking ride fatCyclist. Hope you have many happy miles on board.

 

[voodoochilli]

And talking of such things, here's my new steed:

Awesome, looks great! Love the black. There's snow here, are you able to get and and go for a proper cycle tomorrow you reckon?

 

[RWright]

Very nice

 

[Supersuperleeds]

Looks a nice bike

 

[Kies]

Kudos to Coventry branch! I was at the Lakeside one and was told flatly they wouldn't do it. But I'm happy enough with the 5a though so I'm not going to complain too much.

And talking of such things, here's my new steed:
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Been out for a 10mins spin and the first thing I notice is just how fast it is compared to a mountain bike. And light! Feels crazy light compared to my usual experience. The bike was fitted to me at the Lakeside store, and it was all setup and checked (gears, tyre pressures etc). I did buy some padded shorts amongst the other accessories required as suggested. The service from Decathlon was top notch. Far better than my experience at my LBS.

nice bike .... here it is beside mine (so to speak)

 

[fatCyclist]

Awesome, looks great! Love the black. There's snow here, are you able to get and and go for a proper cycle tomorrow you reckon?

The weather forecast says we're clear of snow. So other than the bitingly cold winds, I should be good to get out for a spin!

 

[400bhp]

And talking of such things, here's my new steed:
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It's a lovely looking bike and I might consider buying one of these for the better half.

Is it just me or is the saddle position relative to the handlebars far too low? Can anyone confirm or deny?