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aFlabbyPanda

markkelly2 wrote: »

Has anyone seen any bargains on lights this year. I need to get something sorted soon. Thanks in advance.

hard to beat the cree lights from ebay IMO

Masala

The_Sub wrote: »

hard to beat the cree lights from ebay IMO

Hi... any specific model??? Any link to same??

aFlabbyPanda

This is the one I bought,

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1200-Lumen-CREE-XML-T6-LED-Bike-Bicycle-Outdoor-Sports-Light-HeadLight-headLamp-/300677445326?ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:GB:1123

But there are loads of similar models out there.

Masala

Thanks Sub... looks good to me. Need a new Front light and was looking for something that is re-chargeable.

seany15

http://m.probikekit.co.uk/offers/gp4000s-ii-bundle.list?utm_source=ENPBK-_GP4000S&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ENPBK-_2096107632&affil=thgemail&switchcurrency=EUR&locover=true

Great offer

aFlabbyPanda

Did anyone get their belkin order through parcelmotel? Did it actually work?

Allabaah

Just got the bib trousers for commuting in Lidl today. Similar to the Aldi ones last year with somewhat less padding.

http://www.lidl.ie/en/Offers.htm?action=showDetail&id=11653

Took a gamble and took the Large size and being 178cm they were spot on.

Got the 2nd last chain cleaner in Blanchardstown but lots of jackets & shorts left.

Allabaah

The_Sub wrote: »

Did anyone get their belkin order through parcelmotel? Did it actually work?

Does that work out cheaper, delivery via Parcelmotel address in the UK & avoiding VAT?

clog

Allabaah wrote: »

Does that work out cheaper, delivery via Parcelmotel address in the UK & avoiding VAT?

The problem was that their ordering system would only accept a UK address. You still pay the VAT.

I have got an email from them confirming dispatch and giving a tracking number for the first order I put in but not for a second order I made a few hours later. Technically it was the next day so we will see if it go's through.

alaimacerc

Allabaah wrote: »

Just got the bib trousers for commuting in Lidl today. Similar to the Aldi ones last year with somewhat less padding.

Would that the the Crane "Performance" ones with the foot stirrup and red trim? Those were on sale quite recently... and indeed, if your're a midget, there's a ton of them still in my nearest Aldi... Those were pretty good (not that I'm any expert or have a lot of basis for comparison).

Allabaah

alaimacerc wrote: »

Would that the the Crane "Performance" ones with the foot stirrup and red trim? Those were on sale quite recently... and indeed, if your're a midget, there's a ton of them still in my nearest Aldi... Those were pretty good (not that I'm any expert or have a lot of basis for comparison).

I don't think so. They were Crane but not foot stirrup or red trim. Just black trousers with the standard odd splattering of reflective trim.

bren_mc

The_Sub wrote: »

Did anyone get their belkin order through parcelmotel? Did it actually work?

My order appeared to go through ok - I got a confirmation email etc. However yesterday I got an email saying there was a problem with the transaction and they gave me a number to ring. When I rang, they told me that their policy is not to deliver to a "shipping company address". I asked if it was possible to somehow place an order with a Republic of Ireland address. The girl who answered didn't know but gave me another number to ring. However as they now appear to have sold out of medium size, I haven't bothered following up.

aFlabbyPanda

That's disappointing as I was just going to order some myself.

Ciaran OHara

What is the belkin stuff people are talking about?

mathie

clog wrote: »

Team Belkin sell off code BELKINBTS14 for an extra 20% off. Shorts and jersey for £28 inc postage (I could only get them sent to UK though)

http://www.belkin.com/uk/factory-store/

Ciaran OHara wrote: »

What is the belkin stuff people are talking about?

Be warned you seem to need a UK address and a UK registered VISA.
Although some have had trouble with that.

I tired and my order never went through and the funds are still locked up (UK address, Irish Visa Debit)

TheBlaaMan

Ciaran OHara wrote: »

What is the belkin stuff people are talking about?

Dont worry - its just this years Argos-Shimano feeding frenzy

Ciaran OHara

Yeah well thought I've given it a go. £54 for 2 large bib shorts and 2 medium jerseys plus a free tee and a sticker. Can't go wrong I hope.

Doubled up as the discount code didn't work and had to spend over £40 for free shipping.

mathie

Ciaran OHara wrote: »

Yeah well thought I've given it a go. £54 for 2 large bib shorts and 2 medium jerseys plus a free tee and a sticker. Can't go wrong I hope.

Doubled up as the discount code didn't work and had to spend over £40 for free shipping.

Did you use a UK address and UK Visa card?

Ciaran OHara

mathie wrote: »

Did you use a UK address and UK Visa card?

Yes. I live in London.

caol ila

bren_mc wrote: »

My order appeared to go through ok - I got a confirmation email etc. However yesterday I got an email saying there was a problem with the transaction and they gave me a number to ring. When I rang, they told me that their policy is not to deliver to a "shipping company address". I asked if it was possible to somehow place an order with a Republic of Ireland address. The girl who answered didn't know but gave me another number to ring. However as they now appear to have sold out of medium size, I haven't bothered following up.

re parcel motel,same thing happened to me, have just tried again with my parents address in Scotland, waiting to see

alaimacerc

caol ila wrote: »

my parents address in Scotland

That anyplace near Port Askaig? *licks lips reflexively*

duffyshuffle

Good prices on Belkin, Orica and others http://www.prendas.co.uk/sale-items.html?p=6

Smokeyskelton

I don't know if anyone has used one of these, but they seem a good deal, (certainly if the RRP is to be believed).

Halfords Bikehut Folding Bike Workstand -
€40.00
WAS €134.99 *
SAVE €94.99 (70%)

http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/tools-maintenance/bike-tools/bikehut-folding-bike-workstand#tab1

Also, Muc-Off 3 in 1 Essential Bike Care Kit €5.00

http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/tools-maintenance/cleaning-lube/muc-off-3-in-1-essential-bike-care-kit#tab1

Allabaah

Smokeyskelton wrote: »

I don't know if anyone has used one of these, but they seem a good deal, (certainly if the RRP is to be believed).

Halfords Bikehut Folding Bike Workstand -
€40.00
WAS €134.99 *
SAVE €94.99 (70%)

http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/tools-maintenance/bike-tools/bikehut-folding-bike-workstand#tab1

Also, Muc-Off 3 in 1 Essential Bike Care Kit €5.00

http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/tools-maintenance/cleaning-lube/muc-off-3-in-1-essential-bike-care-kit#tab1

The folding bike stand seems OK as I had looked at them before instore. For €40 its worth a shot.

Allabaah

Allabaah wrote: »

The folding bike stand seems OK as I had looked at them before instore. For €40 its worth a shot.

Here is a site referencing it @ £109 !!!

http://www.bikesplanet.co.uk/bikehut-folding-bike-workstand/

AmberGold

I have that bike stand, its a bargain at 40. Heavy and good quality.

Kinet1c

Any LBS in Dublin have good deals on 700 tubes? Want to make sure I've got some for a couple of spins this weekend.

alaimacerc

OK, this is the exact opposite of a "bargain alert" -- more of a "sleeping through the alarm". But, did someone here mention bike oil on offer someplace for (I think it was) €2.50? I was thinking "current Lidl cycling offers", but that doesn't seem to be the one.

Uncle Ben

alaimacerc wrote: »

OK, this is the exact opposite of a "bargain alert" -- more of a "sleeping through the alarm". But, did someone here mention bike oil on offer someplace for (I think it was) €2.50? I was thinking "current Lidl cycling offers", but that doesn't seem to be the one.

Aldi roscommon had 3 in 1 oil for €2.49 for 200 ml a few weeks back. It wasn't on offer just stuck in the aisles beside lawnmowers, cheeses and razors!! Great shop aldi :P

alaimacerc

Uncle Ben wrote: »

Aldi roscommon had 3 in 1 oil for €2.49 for 200 ml a few weeks back. It wasn't on offer just stuck in the aisles beside lawnmowers, cheeses and razors!! Great shop aldi :P

That was the one, I think! Cheers!