The "I should have left the credit card at home" thread

2011 BMC Roadracer SL01
Full carbon with Ultegra 6700
(Picking it up on the 21st)
When I told my Mrs that I'd "inadvertently" bought a new bike she was somewhat sceptical!

Mr. Grieves wrote: »

Could you, or anyone else, comment on the fit of SIDI's as compared to Shimano shoes? I was just about to order a new pair of Shimanos because I like the fit in length and width, I think it suits my feet well (I wear them in the same size as my regular shoes). But those SIDI's look good and are pretty tempting.

Never had a pair but I've heard they fit quite small and you should go up a size

@hardCopy - can I ask where u got those need same for similar purpose, thanks

@hardCopy - thanks for that have the plastic ones don't fancy using them, I'll check out those

Plastik wrote: »

Not quite my credit card, but with my birthday just around the corner a credit card took a hit today

SIDI's arrived - beautiful item, but maybe a touch on the large side for me.I think I could get away with it though. I 'ordered up' as they recommended but trying them on should perhaps have chosen a size 45 instead of 46. On the off chance any of you guys that were thinking of ordering are a size 11 foot I'd say they'd fit perfectly.....

Might throw an ad in the sale section later to see. If they moved quickly I'd size down again. If not

Forgive me boardsies for I have shopped. It has been over 8 years since my last bike-related purchase.

After 8 yrs without a bike, I just jumped back into the game with a Defy 2 and convinced myself that I needed the clippy shoes. I mean, who doesn't, right?

So far I've ridden a total of about 2km (to the bike shop up the road and back over the weekend to get the shoes and pedals fitted) because I haven't wanted to get the bike wet - the on-off weather over the weekend was extremely frustrating when all I wanted to do was get out for a long first spin (I don't care about getting soaked myself, but for my new bike to get even threatened with rain?! Noooooooooo! )

Given this significant mileage already under my belt, I OBVIOUSLY now need to know my average speed, distance AND cadence (of course!), so this morning while bored in the office I have plonked a cateye strada double wireless cadence on the credit card.

I've also nearly convinced myself that, for my new pro cycling career, I really could do with a pair of fingerless gloves, some sunglasses and a knog rear LED from wiggle - but have so far managed to resist. Maybe they can wait til I've been out on a few proper spins...

To justify my early purchases, I shall be going for a proper first spin tonight* Hail Mary, etc.

*Dry weather permitting.

well i caved and bought this...at 72% off how couldnt i damn it

i fear ive become some what of a weight weenie...not like it will make a difference for me

i bought these last week

12-28 Cassette to replace my 12-25 - help with the climbs and my weight
Topeak Aero Wedge (Buckle) Medium Saddle Bag
dhb Jersey Bin Waterproof Pocket
LifeLine Pedal Wrench
Look Keo Classic Pedals (Red/Black)
Look Keo Grip Cleats
Carbon bottle holder 24g
dhb Skull Cap
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Home Trainer Tyre

just bought these last night.

Shimano - Ultegra Bremskörper BR-6700 Set grau
BBB - Ritzelabnehmerkette TurnTable BTL-11
BBB - Zahnkranzabzieher LockOut BTL-12S
1 Paar 133,61 133,61 Fulcrum - Racing 5 Black
1,26 1,26 Endkappen Bremszug 1,6 mm 10 Stück
Pay-Pal
Versandart: DHL business EU 237,22 €
237,22 €
7,95 €
0,00 €

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245,17 €

Defo hiding the CC now! Have to keep this one on the down low

Are you in bed with it?

colm_gti wrote: »

More bling for the BMC..

colm_gti wrote: »

out of interest, what saddle is this? weight?

Where did you end up picking one up Colm?

went to lbs for a box of gels and walked out with a new tt helmet.. and no gels! Had a few sidi and spes decals so i put them on the add a bit of colour Managed to damage it already.. one spin in !
lpt