Need new cycle clothes

[FlyingCyclist]

Needing some proper cycling clothes. Only wearing these at the moment with normal trainers, but looking to change the pedals to SPD. Already chosen some mountain bike shoes and pedals, so don't need any advice on that. Gone for those shoes because I want to walk without having to slide around on road shoes

Just one thing. Are all thread on pedals the same size on all cranks?

Looking for some clothing for all year round cycling.
Any differences between bib tights and shorts? Should I go for these or normal tights/shorts?

 

[vickster]

Not sure I’d buy tights now, buy shorts and leg warmers. Buy tights in June when reduced. Ditto winter jerseys and jackets

Spring, jersey and arm warmers, a gilet, a rain jacket
Get a lightweight buff

What’s your budget? How far are you planning on riding? All weathers?

Wiggle DHB well regarded (as long as you’re not female and bigger than a small 14 ), otherwise go to Decathlon

The bib/waist short thing seems a personal preference. Bibs are a pita for women imo, men seem to manage better with the built in hose pipe

 

[Sharky]

thread sizes are the same on all cranks, but don't forget that one side is a clockwise thread and the other anti-clockwise.

Regarding bib tights/shorts, I have mixed experience. If the size is spot on, then bibs are comfortable and protect the "cold spot" on your back. Some of mine have been very tight and put a strain on my shoulders. Not helped by having collar bone breaks on both sides in the last 10 years. When I wear waist tights/shorts, I use a pair of elastic braces which perform the same function as bibs and can be adjusted to exactly the right tension on my shoulders and help to eliminate the cold sport (builders bum) at the back.

 

[hoppym27]

You cant beat decathlon for VFM in my eyes....good quality gear at sensible prices...just remeber to try on in store as their sizes are French and not as forgiving as UK manufactirers in size

 

[FlyingCyclist]

Vickster
Out of work at the moment, so on a tight budget.
I want to try and ride every day, so yes I would say all weather.
My nose runs in cold weather so I would need to buy something to cover my mouth/nose, and my ears hurt when in cold weather......I have a head shell? but isn't warm and doesn't cover my ears, so might have to buy something for protection.

I'll leave the bibs for now. I think I would consider buying one of them when I've put some fair few miles on the bike. I may go for compression since I wear compression stockings every day to keep ulcers away.

Looked at both websites and they have some good gear at decent prices.

Sharky
Thank you clearing the threads up. I thought they would be the same, but had to make sure.

 

[vickster]

Decathlon for full range. Get a running headband or skullcap to cover ears. Buff for face (decathlon do own brand)

Sports direct muddyfox shorts are rubbish pad wise

 

[LeetleGreyCells]

Decathlon for full range. Get a running headband or skullcap to cover ears. Buff for face (decathlon do own brand)

Sports direct muddyfox shorts are rubbish pad wise

I have seamless beanie for under helmet, and buff, both Decathlon own make and they work wonderfully well. The only issue I have is with the buff as when wearing over nose and mouth, my glasses steam up. The beanie can be pulled down over your ears too.

 

[eagles633]

I don't know what size you are but these shorts are great. They are discounted evrey now and again. Come with detatchable padded inners.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/endura-humm...www.digidip.net&utm_term=249371&utm_content=0

 

[FlyingCyclist]

I don't know what size you are but these shorts are great. They are discounted evrey now and again. Come with detatchable padded inners.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/endura-humm...www.digidip.net&utm_term=249371&utm_content=0

Thank you for the suggestion but I already have baggy shorts. See attached pic.

 

[eagles633]

Thank you for the suggestion but I already have baggy shorts. See attached pic.

haha sorry. i'm blind as a bat
Iv'e got the gore windproof jacket that's great. They are expensive mind. Aldi do a copy of it that should be ok until you get some cash. They also do a snood. The snoods are fantastic bit of kit for just a few pounds.

 

[Archeress]

Also keep an eye open for cycling events at Lidl and Aldi. Their clothing is always very good quality and at a very good price too. Lidl has a cycling event coming up this Thursday, but they are not showing any clothing on this one at the moment, but you may find some things that you need.

Hugs
Archeress x

 

[Randomnerd]

Lusso gear is pretty good. They’re made by a guy who knows a bit about cycling, and their fit and fabrics are top notch for the price. Budget is relative in this cycling malarkey: some will swear by supermarket stuff, others have to have Italian fabrics. Personally, I’d save up and buy some good gear when you can. Eg I’ve had Pearl Izumi bibs and they’ve lasted several winters of full-bore riding. Others will be along soon to tell us they paid thruppence for a pair of shorts in 1871 and have worn them every day since then with only a hessian sack down the front for padding, and they were from out of a Christmas cracker too, and they’re still on the go. And comfy too.
I’ve a mate who’s so rich he gives his cashmere jumpers away to charity as soon as a bobble appears, and he has his initials on his shirt pockets. His cycling gear is all Rapha this and that but he pedals like my Uncle Brian, and he’s got a wooden leg. So go figure. (It’s Brian with the pine appendage, by the way, not my mate, just to be clear)

 

[Vantage]

If you ever feel the need for bib tights or shorts, rather than investing in a pair at great cost (they're rarely cheap) get yourself some trouser braces. The things great grandad used to wear to hold up his corduroy breeches.
I bought mine a couple years ago as my aldi water proof (Ha as If!!) tights had a tendency to fall down.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00RJDQ7Z8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xjySAbRG2CFVG

 

[Randomnerd]

Aldi Waterproof Tights. Put that in a sentence and imagine it on your headstone. E.g., "Here lies Stanley Vantage; he wore Aldi Waterproof Tights." Now, tell me that sounds good. Hang on. The stonemason isn't finished. "And they tended to fall down, so he bought braces from Amazon."
I rest my case, miludd. No further questions

 

[Vantage]

Possibly having a slow day here

What is your case again?