Decathlon

[Richard A Thackeray]

Whilst not specifically being a cycling-jacket, its the kind of post-race wear that you'd see after a cross-race

I was thinking about one (especially at that price!!), for donning after fell-races

Has anyone bought one?

What's the quality like?, & yes, I know it's not going to be mega-insulating, at that price

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/x-light-men-orange-id_8318548.h…

 

[shouldbeinbed]

Can't comment on that specific item but in my experience Decathlon quality is significantly better than the price point would suggest. I have lots of bits of hiking & sports stuff and can't fault it for comfort, warmth, longevity etc.

 

[Geoff Crowther]

Decathlon's stuff is good value for money. At that price I'd say that's worth a go.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Thanks guys!!

I must admit though, I am surprised that they've not opened a branch further north than Sheffield

The centre of Leeds?
Although, 'Xscape'/'FreePort' (near Castleford) would be ideal, as both are next to each other, & 'Xscape' is packed out every day of the week, with outdoorsy types

 

[Hicky]

I picked up a down gilet with stretchy arms and side panels.....used heavily....for....£5.
They push out good stuff for the price.
If you're willing to invest, I couldn't recommend a buffalo type smock(pertex/pile)....much more money, I have a snugpak version.
Abused for 10 years....will go on at least another 5. Worth every penny twice over.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

If you're willing to invest, I couldn't recommend a buffalo type smock(pertex/pile)....much more money, I have a snugpak version.
Abused for 10 years....will go on at least another 5. Worth every penny twice over.

I have something like that (Pertex), in my 'Emergency Kit' bum-bag, for fell-races, when kit is mandatory, or at the least common sense/insurance

 

[Hicky]

I have a Montane featherlight(superb piece of kit).....I'm thinking more a belay jacket or supersix.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

I have a Montane featherlight(superb piece of kit).....I'm thinking more a belay jacket or supersix.

I think that's the one I have for cold (& it has to be COLD) weather running

 

[cyberknight]

Check their cheap base layers, cracking value and so cheap i have one for each workday without having to wash and wear .
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/300-short-sleeve-baselayer-white-id_8195657.html

 

[Hyslop]

I came across Decathlon recently through a review on Roadcc on a Hi-vis jacket,bought one and I have to say Ive been agreeably impressed by the quality for the price.Ive since bought some fleeces for everyday wear and theyre fine.Given that my local Cotswold is expensive with a very poor Mens range,Decathlon have been quite a find.One item I would recommend(in use today!)are their silk inner gloves for a fiver.As regards the clothes sizing,my experience would be that it may be wise to go up one size,other than that theyre fine.Oh,and delivery times?Two days so far.

 

[fossyant]

Decathlon clothing has a two year guarantee. The only trouble I've had was a winter jacket, the zip failed after a year. They did replace it. Use your loyalty card as the receipts are logged against your account. I'd lost my receipt, but a quick email to customer services had a letter and voucher returned for the value of the jacket. The replacement has been fine.

 

[Diggs]

It's a heck of a lot cheaper than my ahem "certain premium cycling brand" transfer jacket.
It reminds me of this slighly more cycling specific jacket that gets a glowing review from Road.cc
http://road.cc/content/review/136542-btwin-tilt-500-urban-cycling-jacket
EDIT - this may be the one @Hyslop refers to above

I'd echo the previous comments , the majority of Decathlon kit is very good, I stocked up on some really nice winter gear (just before I did my shoulder)

 

[Hyslop]

It's a heck of a lot cheaper than my ahem "certain premium cycling brand" transfer jacket.
It reminds me of this slighly more cycling specific jacket that gets a glowing review from Road.cc
http://road.cc/content/review/136542-btwin-tilt-500-urban-cycling-jacket
EDIT - this may be the one @Hyslop refers to above

I'd echo the previous comments , the majority of Decathlon kit is very good, I stocked up on some really nice winter gear (just before I did my shoulder)

Sorry,the jacket I meant was the Hi-vis reviewed under Waterproofs,but I know the jacket you mean,and Im having one of those too when they come back in stock!Should be ideal both on and off the bike,I imagine it will do the job for me anyway.Race you all for one!

 

[Diggs]

Just found the link for the items I picked up end of October, Apologies for slightly off topic and no idea if they're still on sale in store at these prices but the kit seemed great at the reduced price in store.

Popped into Decathlon Lakeside yesterday, they had inner tubes for £1 (700 normal road and 26' ones)
Picked up a warm jacket similar to this (but mainly black with red trim) http://www.decathlon.co.uk/700-warm-cycling-jacket-black-blue-id_8282711.html
for £25 down from 70
And this rain jacket is now £40 http://www.decathlon.co.uk/700-membrane-waterproof-cycling-jacket-red-white-id_8221264.html

 

[The Jogger]

I was in there today Surrey Quays, they do very good quality at reasonable prices and the coffee was ok too.......