It's Aldi time!

[totallyfixed]

For a long time the Aldi to go to was the branch in Boston, Lincolnshire, the cycling stuff would arrive and weeks later it was all still there. I used to go through Boston once every week for about 3 years and in all that time I only ever saw one cyclist and that was a surgeon who worked at the hospital [as opposed to the garage], I know this because he was on the telly trying to persuade people in Boston [officially the fattest town in the UK] to walk and cycle more, a lost cause as it turned out. So several weeks later I could pick up stuff at give away prices. I can recommend the gloves, had mine at least a year, might be two but now need replacing.

 

[fossyant]

Our local branch is usually quiet. The mitts are long lasting, got a few pairs for summer commutes, and despite being a little worn looking, they do the job.

 

[Steampig]

Well got there (keighley) at 7.55 and there were already 6 or 7 people waiting outside.
gloves, jacket, shorts, waterproof jacket, undershirt, shirt, pump and tools & bag later and im out!
Was packed in there and everyone was looking at the cycling stuff!
Had a nice chat with a couple of people and on the way out noticed 2 guys turn up on bikes with rucksacks! haha.
Im glad i went down when i did!!
Off to bed now after the night shift and hoping the weathers good for a ride out later!

 

[007fair]

Has anyone bought a track pump from Aldi? Mine is broken and i need a new one - are Aldi's OK ?

 

[Col5632]

Don't do it! The mini pump is terrible. It looks almost exactly the same as the one I got from Lidl, and that will only inflate an inner-tube when it's off the rim! Not much use..

By all means go for the saddle bag though. The small one looks exactly the same as the Lidl saddle bag, and that's great.

Maybe wont bother then

 

[youngoldbloke]

My branch unusually quiet - must have been first in. Didn't help me though - no compression T shirts in medium, just L and XL. Bought an ultrta light jacket in white - medium (small would have been better but not offered). Womens L just right size for me but yellow only, and I did want a white one this time. Liked the look of the soft shell jackets and the jerseys, nice design, good value. Socks looked a bit too short for me, I will wait for the winter ones and stock up then. Everything there except locks and saddles. Usual annoying lack of choice in the sizes - lots of L and XL, not so many M. I would give the track pump a try - looked fairly narrow barrel, so might reach a good pressure - you could always return it if it doesn't work.

 

[musa]

Been myself. Quite chuffed. Nice and quiet

 

[ohnovino]

I bought a saddlebag and it looks like a fantastic bargain for a fiver.

The bag (I went for the larger size) has two separate zippable compartments, which should mean I can put squishy food in the top and heavy tools in the bottom. It also comes with a little toolkit; I'd assumed that would be junk, but it actually looks quite good. You get two plasticy tyre levers, a pair of very shiny spanners with spoke adjusting thingys on them, half-a-dozen self-adhesive puncture patches and a nice little multi-tool (5 hex keys and two screwdrivers).

 

[musa]

Has anyone bought a track pump from Aldi? Mine is broken and i need a new one - are Aldi's OK ?

You could give it a go but invest in a better one.

 

[NormanD]

We ended up going to three different branches of aldi's to buy the gear we needed (three of us) My son and his friend bought a complete set each, top/shirt/shorts/socks/gloves/compression top/shorts/waterproof jacket, both spent over £60 each. Compare buying the same items in a named cycle shop and they've made a massive saving.

I bought the top and shirt as that's all I needed and in truth I didn't need them, as i have loads of clothing

Good quality stuff at a cheap price, can't really beat it IMHO

 

[DCLane]

I was going to go ... and decided to vote instead.

I've probably got enough budget stuff atm - and I'm trying to move upmarket

 

[squadge]

I'm a newby having got my first post pubescent bike yesterday, so perfect timing for me. I got:

Lights, computer, pump, tool kit, helmet, spare inner tubes, gloves and light jacket.
All looks good, although I have noted the comments about the pump.

 

[Camrider]

My branch unusually quiet - must have been first in. Didn't help me though - no compression T shirts in medium, just L and XL. Bought an ultrta light jacket in white - medium

Mediums seem to be in short supply, I went for a couple of pairs of pants but only one pair available, lots of L and XL's. Got a white jacket as well, don't need one for the bike but should come in handy for bowls especially these chilly evenings. Also got some beer in, Batemans and Sheppard Neame at prices too good to resist.

 

[jamin100]

Got the soft shell jacket and jersey this morning.
May go back for a small saddle bag but im unsure if it will fit under my saddle with my topeak MTX DXP bag on my rack...

 

[Brandane]

I went to my "local" branch this morning, which is actually 15 miles away. Had a wander round, but couldn't find any cycling gear. Was beginning to think I had missed the boat and it was all sold, when I noticed the sign on one of the displays.... "L I D L" . Who's a donkey then ! Nearest Aldi is actually 15 miles away from home, but in the opposite direction. Don't think I can be bothered now!