Found a Bargain? Do Tell.

[Jameshow]

Not a bargain and i cant find the right threas so if @mods want to move it thats fine
Local charity shop has a dolan ares carbon bike in it with ultegra groupset but they are firm on a minimum of £1k , i thought that was a bit steep and after googling its a 2010 - 2012 bike as far as i can deduce . stock picture dragged from the web


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£250 about right?!

 

[cyberknight]

£250 about right?!

i told them it was overpriced but apparently the price came from head office and they have had it for over a year , same for an American fridge / freezer

 

[Arjimlad]

I like Planet X stuff and these 3/4 bib shorts are good value at £15. Most sizes still available.

https://planetx.co.uk/products/planet-x-pro-line-365x-3-4-length-bib-shorts-1?variant=53566048928090

 

[fossyant]

I like Planet X stuff and these 3/4 bib shorts are good value at £15. Most sizes still available.

https://planetx.co.uk/products/planet-x-pro-line-365x-3-4-length-bib-shorts-1?variant=53566048928090

Their Carnac ones are cheap too. Very comfy - used for commuting, general riding, bike packing and even done 130 mile sportive in them.

 

[N0bodyOfTheGoat]

I like Planet X stuff and these 3/4 bib shorts are good value at £15. Most sizes still available.

https://planetx.co.uk/products/planet-x-pro-line-365x-3-4-length-bib-shorts-1?variant=53566048928090

They aren't bad, but that solid back material means that I struggle to wear them above approx 14C.

 

[Milzy]

Not a bargain and i cant find the right thread so if @mods want to move it thats fine
Local charity shop has a dolan ares carbon bike in it with ultegra groupset but they are firm on a minimum of £1k , i thought that was a bit steep and after googling its a 2010 - 2012 bike as far as i can deduce . stock picture dragged from the web


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£350 bike all day long.

 

[Big John]

They aren't bad, but that solid back material means that I struggle to wear them above approx 14C.

As I write this I'm sitting at the dining table having just returned from a bike ride. Not sure what the temp is but it's scorchio out there. The shorts I'm wearing are the same material/construction as those being dicussed above but the bib shorts, not the the 3/4 length ones. Mine are as old as god's dog and I love em. I'm definitely getting a pair of the 3/4 ones at fifteen notes. It would be churlish to refuse, eh?

 

[N0bodyOfTheGoat]

As I write this I'm sitting at the dining table having just returned from a bike ride. Not sure what the temp is but it's scorchio out there. The shorts I'm wearing are the same material/construction as those being dicussed above but the bib shorts, not the the 3/4 length ones. Mine are as old as god's dog and I love em. I'm definitely getting a pair of the 3/4 ones at fifteen notes. It would be churlish to refuse, eh?

If you don't overheat, then yes, they're a bargain.

But when doing z4+ efforts, I lose heat through my back and that can't happen with this solid back design for me in warm to hot conditions.

All my summer Castelli and Carnac bibs have simple straps, allowing my back to "breathe."

 

[Milzy]

If you don't overheat, then yes, they're a bargain.

But when doing z4+ efforts, I lose heat through my back and that can't happen with this solid back design for me in warm to hot conditions.

All my summer Castelli and Carnac bibs have simple straps, allowing my back to "breathe."

In Autumn Spring I won’t do loads of Z4. Seasons for building the base of the pyramid. They’ve kept me warm in chilly windy conditions. £15 is a right bargain. The pad is better than Castelli, Le Col & Assos comfort wise.

 

[Big John]

As I write this I'm sitting at the dining table having just returned from a bike ride. Not sure what the temp is but it's scorchio out there. The shorts I'm wearing are the same material/construction as those being dicussed above but the bib shorts, not the the 3/4 length ones. Mine are as old as god's dog and I love em. I'm definitely getting a pair of the 3/4 ones at fifteen notes. It would be churlish to refuse, eh?

They arrived today. Yodel. Excellent. Quality unreal for £15. Fit perfectly and look ace. Will wear them tomorrow (thankfully lower temperatures expected) for the acid test. The pad is the Planet X 3D, which I've got in other PX bib shorts. Bit strange wearing the 3/4 length but at £15 I couldn't refuse.
Update : Road tested today. Three hours, dry, breezy and still warmish (guessing 20C). Quality. First time I've ever warn 3/4 length bibs and they felt great. One thing though (bit obvious really) they'd be no good in the crazy hot weather we've recently had to endure. I reckon they're ideal for spring/autumn. Worth £15? Depending on where you live that's only a few beers these days. Crazy cheap.

 

[BrumJim]

I like Planet X stuff and these 3/4 bib shorts are good value at £15. Most sizes still available.

https://planetx.co.uk/products/planet-x-pro-line-365x-3-4-length-bib-shorts-1?variant=53566048928090

You've just cost me a new pair of shoes. Hope you are pleased with yourself!

 

[fossyant]

If you don't overheat, then yes, they're a bargain.

But when doing z4+ efforts, I lose heat through my back and that can't happen with this solid back design for me in warm to hot conditions.

All my summer Castelli and Carnac bibs have simple straps, allowing my back to "breathe."

The Carnac bibs are a mesh top, £15 currently.

 

[fossyant]

Looks like the Carnac Men's are sold out, only female ones now.

 

[Spiderweb]

Cannondale Scoop Radius saddle with Titanium rails only £19.99.
There are various different versions available including a shallow option and ones with carbon & cromo rails.
They look a very similar shape to the Fabric Scoop & Charge Spoon saddles.
https://www.sportpursuit.com/catalog/product/view/id/4717613

 

[Sharky]

If you are into gardens etc, make sure you buy the BBC Gardeners World, May edition. Comes with a 2:1 voucher, for use at loads of gardens for 12 months.

Cost for the mag at Waitrose, £9.99.
Entry at Riverhill Gardens £14 pp, thus, only costs £14 for two people.