Triban 3a or 5a?

[Veganpower]

M520s are great...really easy to clip in and out of! If you've got any spare money, I'd invest in a track pump. You'll always be able to get your tyres up to 100psi+ easily (best £25 I ever spent!) and it'll prevent pinch punctures that can happen if your tyres aren't inflated enough.

I grabbed one of these before I got the bike. I've not decided if it was a good buy but it looks and feels ok.

I just ordered some Shimano M088 shoes. That's it.... I can't spend any more money now . Although I really want a Garmin to save me having to carry my iphone for strava. I think I need a better paid job.

 

[vickster]

Would you not carry your phone anyhow?

 

[Veganpower]

Would you not carry your phone anyhow?

You're probably right but it would be nice to have the option.

 

[vickster]

I just put strava onto run and have phone in pannier bag or pocket, no need for a computer

 

[400bhp]

I just put strava onto run and have phone in pannier bag or pocket, no need for a computer

Plenty of need for one - depends upon what you want from your rides and experience.

 

[400bhp]

fortunately no damage was done to the bike (which was my first concern).

You learn fast.

 

[vickster]

Plenty of need for one - depends upon what you want from your rides and experience.

He said he wants it for Strava

 

[400bhp]

He said he wants it for Strava

Yes, still need for one.

 

[uclown2002]

Plenty of need for one - depends upon what you want from your rides and experience.

+1
If you get serious about your cycling you won't regret buying a proper bike computer.

Don't understand this nonsense with a phone for serious cyclists.

 

[vickster]

How so? He's had the bike for 24 hours, doesn't yet have padded shorts and has a sore undercarriage, says he's short of cash, has an iPhone. Is a Garmin for Strava really an urgent requirement?

 

[400bhp]

Just for Strava and off the top of my head:

Accurate GPS recording

Longer battery life

Potential stats for temperature, heart rate, cadence and (accurate) power.

Look at speed whilst actually riding (to compare previous strava segments/times)

 

[Doug.]

Nice bike,good value,hope you enjoy it.

 

[vickster]

I still think padded shorts and decent clothing are more important but then I'm not a bloke

 

[vickster]

+1
If you get serious about your cycling you won't regret buying a proper bike computer.

Don't understand this nonsense with a phone for serious cyclists.

Indeed he doesn't need one immediately...

 

[Veganpower]

Thanks for all the tips guys. You probably couldn't tell from the photo but I do have some padded full lengths, I'm just not use to the saddle. I got a nice waterproof jacket today to match the bike and that fancy helmet I had my eye on, and a few other bits.

My iphone is perfect for the time being but I would like a Garmin 310XT (I run too) as soon as possible.

Thanks for all the help and motivation.