Cycling Items That Exceeded Your Expectations In Use/Function/Value
11-12-10, 04:58 PM
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Cycling Items That Exceeded Your Expectations In Use/Function/Value
I thought I saw a thread on cycling items (equipment/clothing/accessories etc) that cyclists on BikeForums had bought, use(d) that exceeded their expectations in terms of quality, functionality and value, but apparently I am mistaken.
I find myself looking for that thread when shopping for cycling items, as a starting point, but no luck. I even contacted a moderator through PM, still no luck.
Anyway, if this thread works the way I envision, I intend to argue that it becomes a sticky, or at the very least, a thread like the "cycling items purchased recently" thread.
So please post on this thread items that has been fantastic buys in terms of quality/functionality and maybe, just maybe, value.
What did you buy, use, that you will buy again at the drop of a hat?
Be brand specific please.
Thanks.
I find myself looking for that thread when shopping for cycling items, as a starting point, but no luck. I even contacted a moderator through PM, still no luck.
Anyway, if this thread works the way I envision, I intend to argue that it becomes a sticky, or at the very least, a thread like the "cycling items purchased recently" thread.
So please post on this thread items that has been fantastic buys in terms of quality/functionality and maybe, just maybe, value.
What did you buy, use, that you will buy again at the drop of a hat?
Be brand specific please.
Thanks.
11-12-10, 05:03 PM
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Gore WindStopper jacket. Pricey for my tastes at £80 but I love this.
MerinoWool base layer. Pricey again at £50 and could have bought it cheaper online but didn't know what size would fit me. Since the LBS gave me the opportunity to try on the garment before I buy, then that's where I spend my cash. Another excellent product for winter.
MerinoWool base layer. Pricey again at £50 and could have bought it cheaper online but didn't know what size would fit me. Since the LBS gave me the opportunity to try on the garment before I buy, then that's where I spend my cash. Another excellent product for winter.
11-12-10, 05:06 PM
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Specialized S Works shoes. These feel like a pair of slippers and yet are unbelievably stiff for power transfer and feather light for climbing.
Not cheap, but still a lot less then a comparable Sidi high end. I have put over 6000 miles on mine in a little less than a year, including 5 Double Centuries. Get a pair, your feet will thank you.
Not cheap, but still a lot less then a comparable Sidi high end. I have put over 6000 miles on mine in a little less than a year, including 5 Double Centuries. Get a pair, your feet will thank you.
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11-12-10, 05:08 PM
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I have been very pleased with my Garmin too. The other item I am very pleased with is my Magic Shine 900s. These lights are great and not mucy money.
11-12-10, 05:11 PM
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Garmin 305
Specialized Toupe Team
Shimano Saint Brakes on my Enduro
Specialized & Giordana Bibs
Those are the ones that stand out...
Specialized Toupe Team
Shimano Saint Brakes on my Enduro
Specialized & Giordana Bibs
Those are the ones that stand out...
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11-12-10, 05:17 PM
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Ultegra 6700. AMAZING stuff, value.
11-12-10, 05:24 PM
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Kool Stop brake pads come to mind first.
11-12-10, 05:27 PM
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Wrong forum, but my Old Man Mountain rack is my favourite purchase. And that was true even before yesterday when I got hit by a car and it barely got bent out of shape while my rear wheel is toast.
#2 and 3 would be my Lake MXZ302's cycling boots and my aerobars (Profile Design T2+, although it's not really the model as it is the fact they're aerobars)
#2 and 3 would be my Lake MXZ302's cycling boots and my aerobars (Profile Design T2+, although it's not really the model as it is the fact they're aerobars)
11-12-10, 05:36 PM
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Specialized Armadillo, yeah heavy but I used it several times on GMR climbing rides as a training tire for Ride Around the Bear, 5000 miles total without a single flat.
Velocity Deep V. Clearance rack $25, 20,000+ miles. Still true, only retired due to a worn brake surface. Still using them but buying from JensonUSA for $55'ish. I live close so no shipping. $15 for spokes and I'm good for another 20,000!
Sefas Seca, $24 at REI. Wear much better than a GP4000 and better flat protection. I use GP4000's on one of my bikes and yeah, better flat protection for half the price. I put them on our tandem replacing Cont Gatorskins, better flat protection for 2/3 the price.
Velocity Deep V. Clearance rack $25, 20,000+ miles. Still true, only retired due to a worn brake surface. Still using them but buying from JensonUSA for $55'ish. I live close so no shipping. $15 for spokes and I'm good for another 20,000!
Sefas Seca, $24 at REI. Wear much better than a GP4000 and better flat protection. I use GP4000's on one of my bikes and yeah, better flat protection for half the price. I put them on our tandem replacing Cont Gatorskins, better flat protection for 2/3 the price.
11-12-10, 05:43 PM
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really good bike shorts. best investment I ever made
11-12-10, 05:50 PM
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Vittoria Randonneur tires (35x700)- I've got about 7,500 miles on the bike, have replaced the rear once due to tire wear, but have yet to have a flat.
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11-12-10, 05:52 PM
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My Arc'teryx Beta AR jacket, and a couple of cashmere mid layers.
11-12-10, 06:23 PM
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Assos bibs.
Zefal & Topeak frame pumps.
Ultegra hubs.
Camelbak bottles.
Fizik Sport model saddles.
DeFeet arm and knee warmers. DeFeet wool socks.
Pace cycling caps.
Vittoria Rubino Pro tires.
Forte tubes.
Zefal & Topeak frame pumps.
Ultegra hubs.
Camelbak bottles.
Fizik Sport model saddles.
DeFeet arm and knee warmers. DeFeet wool socks.
Pace cycling caps.
Vittoria Rubino Pro tires.
Forte tubes.
11-12-10, 06:28 PM
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Let's see.....
SRAM Force shifters and RD $expensive
Blackburn blinky-thing $forgot
Shimano 105 Pedals- $65
Columbia Fleece Vest- $2 at goodwill
Shimano R096 shoes- $65 on mega clearance at LBS
Michelin Krylion Carbon tires- $80 at LBS (no flats)
That's about all I've bought...I guess I make sure to buy things that won't disappoint me.
Edit: Smartwool armwarmers: amazing, plus mine have little neon green, pink and blue pin stripes that go all around it. Sounds lame, looks awesome. Thank you dividend.
SRAM Force shifters and RD $expensive
Blackburn blinky-thing $forgot
Shimano 105 Pedals- $65
Columbia Fleece Vest- $2 at goodwill
Shimano R096 shoes- $65 on mega clearance at LBS
Michelin Krylion Carbon tires- $80 at LBS (no flats)
That's about all I've bought...I guess I make sure to buy things that won't disappoint me.
Edit: Smartwool armwarmers: amazing, plus mine have little neon green, pink and blue pin stripes that go all around it. Sounds lame, looks awesome. Thank you dividend.
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11-12-10, 07:03 PM
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good purchase
The Dura Ace 7850 SL wheels with Hutchinson Fusion Tubeless tires. What a great ride.
11-12-10, 07:05 PM
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everything I have that is Gore Bike Wear. Arm Warmers, Knee Warmers, Leg Warmers, etc... everything far exceeds expectations.