Lidl, Bikestand/maintenance Thurs 28/7

[Glover Fan]

Bought one as well today and I'm really impressed. Makes you wonder how on earth everyone else manages to charge double the price and get away with it. Magnetic tray is a neat touch when you wouldn't expect it for the money.

Lidl and aldi make massive losses on their non food range to entice people to buy their food as that it is where the profit margins lay.

 

[barongreenback]

I'm a financial analyst by trade and I can tell you that their non-food offerings are definitely not loss leaders. They just buy extremely well.

 

[albion]

Its the seasonal nature of their offers that makes them so cheap.There is near zero warehouse storage needed plus they buy in one bulk batch.The skill is buying only quality goods which they usually manage.

 

[guitarpete247]

Its the seasonal nature of their offers that makes them so cheap.There is near zero warehouse storage needed plus they buy in one bulk batch.The skill is buying only quality goods which they usually manage.

+1. And their returns policy is excellent if you chose the wrong size . No quibbles, replacement or money back. I've sometimes never needed the receipt as no on else sells Crivit/Crane gear.

 

[youngoldbloke]

Its the seasonal nature of their offers that makes them so cheap.There is near zero warehouse storage needed plus they buy in one bulk batch.The skill is buying only quality goods which they usually manage.

- they don't seem too skilled in ordering the right quantity though. Every time they have cycling kit on sale we see large numbers of posts complaining that the local branch has sold out this or that by 10am etc etc. On the other hand, recently they seem to have come unstuck in stocking large numbers of items that no one wants - 'cycling socks' for example. They must Know which are the popular items - workstands for example - why not stock more?

 

[Judderz]

- they don't seem too skilled in ordering the right quantity though. Every time they have cycling kit on sale we see large numbers of posts complaining that the local branch has sold out this or that by 10am etc etc. On the other hand, recently they seem to have come unstuck in stocking large numbers of items that no one wants - 'cycling socks' for example. They must Know which are the popular items - workstands for example - why not stock more?

I guess it's a matter of storage issue.

100 pairs of socks - 1 large box.
100 works stands - 3 pallets

 

[Moodyman]

Just got one of these today and let me tell ya, BARGAIN! Thanks lidl for a great quality bit of kit

http://www.lidl.co.u...index_22836.htm

Even better bargain is not needing one.

I hang my bikes from my garage beams via bits of old washing line.

 

[Garz]

+1. And their returns policy is excellent ..

Have to agree. I got a static exercise bike yeas ago that looked futuristic to say the least and cost £180. I didnt ride it much but my friend had a few sessions on it too, anyway - after a couple of months it broke offering no resistance to peddling actions. I took it back and got a refund without and hassle.

 

[aberal]

Even better bargain is not needing one.

I hang my bikes from my garage beams via bits of old washing line.

Requires a garage to be a useful bit of advice. If Lidl sold garages I'm sure that they would be cut price and first rate.

 

[Bayerd]

Even better bargain is not needing one.

I hang my bikes from my garage beams via bits of old washing line.

I'm gonna nick that idea, sod spending 30 quid....

(Newton Heath Lidl had run out at 8.30 this morning)

 

[Falwheeler]

I went to my local Lidl on Wednesday evening as I remember some one saying that they put some stock out the night before. Very impressed for the money. I was a bit concerned about quality as I've heard so many conflicting reports but pleased with mine

 

[mac1]

Bought mine Thursday - meant to arrive at ten to eight but ended up getting there at 8 when it opens. There must have been say, 6 people before me, one of whom said he was about tenth!


As good as they say it is, and better than more expensive offerings - as rated for 30kg - important for me as my Kettler weighs at least 20. The tool tray and the telescopic rod for stopping the front wheel moving are thoughtful little additions similar to the little tool kit (made in Germany) that came with the Kettler that make life easier for the owner but can't cost that much to include by the manufacturer and add (for me) to the overall impression of the product.

Word of warning: read the instructions! I broke it the same day! You need to position the stand first at the lowest point, then add the bike using the bike's centre of gravity, and then raise it to the desired height. I put the bike in it and tried to position it after. It wouldn't keep its position so I overtightened the allen bolt on the bracket which sheared through the plastic. I rectified this by using a longer bolt and metal spacer so the the bolt tightens onto it instead of the plastic. Something to look out for.


Longer term, I want a Park one - say PCS-4 with the big shop quality clamp; but this is a great interim bit of kit.

 

[Holdsworth]

How large is the box it came in, is it feasible to carry one on the rear rack of a bike? If so I could pootle to my nearest store in Middlewich 6 miles away and bring it back today whilst the weather is gorgeous.

 

[aberal]

How large is the box it came in, is it feasible to carry one on the rear rack of a bike? If so I could pootle to my nearest store in Middlewich 6 miles away and bring it back today whilst the weather is gorgeous.

I would say no. It's too big and heavy to safely carry on a bike.

 

[gavroche]

everything cycling related has gone from my lidle store. ( except raincoats).