Bike for ironman 70.3

johnnyb1

Hey guys I just registered for the ironman 70.3 in Galway now just have to buy a bike and need advice :rolleyes: I am willing to pay up to 1000euro for a bike I can train on and use in the race itself,where do I go in Dublin and anyone any suggestions on what bike to get

connundrum

From memory (which is not best at the best of times) the Fuji Aloha 2.0 scored very well in Triathlon 220 magazine.

Others may have more experience and will probably advise you to buy a 2nd hand bike from adverts.ie as you'll get more bang for your buck.. and at least you'll know the thing works

johnnyb1

Thanks i will check it out.prob should have mentioned the 1000euro is with the bike to work scheme so really have to go to a bike shop.

Toblerone1978

johnnyb1 wrote: »

Thanks i will check it out.prob should have mentioned the 1000euro is with the bike to work scheme so really have to go to a bike shop.

If your employer is prepared to be flexible, there's no reason why you can't buy off the net (although be careful with the VAT issues dealing with companies from the UK and other EU countries).

Of course you might want to do the right thing and buy from an Irish supplier.

hf4z6sqo7vjngi

Probably best to ask over in the cycling forum, a €1,000 will get you a decent enough road bike.

Actual Paramedic

johnnyb1 wrote: »

Thanks i will check it out.prob should have mentioned the 1000euro is with the bike to work scheme so really have to go to a bike shop.

Where are you living? Can recommend somewhere for you to go to depending on where you live

johnnyb1

living in dublin

kingQuez

Given you wont be doing many triathlons (I assume), you'll want a road bike that will be of use to you after the HIM and for use in general rather than a triathlon bike. The main reason to buy in a local shop is to get the fit right--its the main thing I regret about buying my bike online. I got my road bike online two years ago during a sale for 500stg, and its been used for commuting to work, and all the triathlons ive done (including a half ironman).

I'd suggest you dont plan on spending the full 1k on a bike, if that's your budget then I'd plan on spending perhaps 700quid on the bike and have 300 for the extras you'll need (helmet, pedals, bike shoes, bike shorts/tights, bike jacket, lights, lock, repair kit like tyre levers multitool spare tubes, bottle cages and a couple of water bottles). Individually the accessories arent too expensive, but they do add up quickly.

buzzingnoise

Buy a comfortable racer with good wheels.
Cycling shoes are essential also.
If you are only getting into cycling you should look at a ~€700 bike and allow a few quid for cycling shoes, gear, lights, computer, bottles, cages, saddlebag and helmet.
Good luck. See you in Galway.

canonball5

johnnyb1 wrote: »

Hey guys I just registered for the ironman 70.3 in Galway now just have to buy a bike and need advice :rolleyes: I am willing to pay up to 1000euro for a bike I can train on and use in the race itself,where do I go in Dublin and anyone any suggestions on what bike to get

when I was doing the Achill Roar a couple of months back I got a bike from isport.ie the guy who runs the site knows his sh*t.Actually got me a better bike for less money,compared to the one I was looking to buy from them!!:cool: http://isport.ie/

jb-ski

you should check out http://www.wheelworxbikes.com/

Also good for any other advice you may need re 70.3

kingQuez

jb-ski wrote: »

you should check out http://www.wheelworxbikes.com/

Also good for any other advice you may need re 70.3

I've heard brilliant things about wheelworx in the past and some people here swear by them, but I've yet to be hit with the wow-factor. The bike fitting I arranged (specifically to get the best setup that would work for me for triathlons) was done by someone who admitted they dont (and havent) done any triathlons, and when I was looking for advice on some other tri kit in the store the folk helping me were professional but not especially knowledgable. For me it wasnt awe inspiring given I skipped over my local bike shop in search of the folk with tri-specific knowledge, which I didnt get. That said they do have a good selection of kit, and im sure the folk that got the store its reputation are there somewhere.

mloc123

kingQuez wrote: »

I've heard brilliant things about wheelworx in the past and some people here swear by them, but I've yet to be hit with the wow-factor. The bike fitting I arranged (specifically to get the best setup that would work for me for triathlons) was done by someone who admitted they dont (and havent) done any triathlons, and when I was looking for advice on some other tri kit in the store the folk helping me were professional but not especially knowledgable. For me it wasnt awe inspiring given I skipped over my local bike shop in search of the folk with tri-specific knowledge, which I didnt get. That said they do have a good selection of kit, and im sure the folk that got the store its reputation are there somewhere.

I think this is a result of the expansion, in the past when they were based in Clondalkin village either Rob or Fernando were in there... now they have alot more staff you are more likely to get somebody with no specific knowledge.

jb-ski

kingQuez wrote: »

I've heard brilliant things about wheelworx in the past and some people here swear by them, but I've yet to be hit with the wow-factor. The bike fitting I arranged (specifically to get the best setup that would work for me for triathlons) was done by someone who admitted they dont (and havent) done any triathlons, and when I was looking for advice on some other tri kit in the store the folk helping me were professional but not especially knowledgable. For me it wasnt awe inspiring given I skipped over my local bike shop in search of the folk with tri-specific knowledge, which I didnt get. That said they do have a good selection of kit, and im sure the folk that got the store its reputation are there somewhere.

i've got no link to wheelworx other than being an occasional customer.
generally i would have met an 'experienced' triathlete or cyclist.

maybe they're losing that 'small shop, experienced staff' thing since they moved premises. i know i want to be advised by knowledgeable staff.

but at least it's a starting point for johnny.

(just repeated mloc's point, +1 on Rob & Fernando)

mloc123

Price wise I find Wheelworx quite good tho', bought cycling shoes in there last week... €100 cheaper than online.