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Ali Express cycling equipment

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  • 26-07-2014 9:17pm
    #1
    Shy Ted
    Registered Users Posts: 159 ✭✭


    Has anyone ever bought gear from this site?
    Looks too good to be true and seems likely to be cheap knock-offs.
    Is it any good/reliable, and can the clothing sizes be trusted?
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    #2
    Unknown Soldier
    Registered Users Posts: 2,124 ✭✭✭Unknown Soldier


    Shy Ted wrote: »
    Has anyone ever bought gear from this site?
    Looks too good to be true and seems likely to be cheap knock-offs.
    Is it any good/reliable, and can the clothing sizes be trusted?


    Go up a size. Made my first purchase this week. Report back later...


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    New2bike
    Registered Users Posts: 82 ✭✭New2bike


    I have bought my last three jersey sets from this site most jersey and bib shorts only $29 or €23 with free shipping, I agree go one size up on your usual and it doesn't really matter with things Like castelli Assos ect the three I have all seem to be the same fit. The pad is the best I have in any of my shorts. I have washed them loads and still good sure even if anything happened you would barely get a pair of gloves for that price. Only draw back is you will have to wait between 4-7 wks for delivery depending on the supplier I already have my winter Castelli's ordered


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    Get In There
    Registered Users Posts: 679 ✭✭✭Get In There


    I've ordered a few cycling clothing items from them.

    Shipping from china takes 3-4 weeks normally. You don't want to add to this by going with a seller that's slow to dispatch so make note of their dispatch times which you can find under the asking price in the ad. My general rule to go with a seller that dispatches within 7 days or less.

    Bib pants/shorts - state that you want silicone gel padding to ensure some decent padding. You may see images of such in the description in the listing.

    Sizes. I order the bottoms in my usual size L but order the tops in the next size up as I found that they were a wee bit too tight a fit than I would prefer. This may not apply to you as you may be slimmer than I!

    If you want I can try and stick up some photos when I get the chance to take some.


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    brayblue24
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,700 ✭✭✭brayblue24


    Ordered from them twice.

    First lot took forever but at least they arrived.

    The second order never came but they don't want to know.

    Not recommended


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    Cee-Jay-Cee
    Registered Users Posts: 12,235 ✭✭✭✭Cee-Jay-Cee


    I've bought from Aliexpress 4 times now, yes shipping is slow but then again it is free. Everything arrived and is excellent quality and I'd have no hesitation buying there again.


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    WillyFXP
    Closed Accounts Posts: 833 ✭✭✭WillyFXP


    CJC999 wrote: »
    I've bought from Aliexpress 4 times now, yes shipping is slow but then again it is free. Everything arrived and is excellent quality and I'd have no hesitation buying there again.

    +1


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    Shy Ted
    Registered Users Posts: 159 ✭✭Shy Ted


    Thanks for all the feedback. Its reassuring to know others have had success with the site.
    I guess the risk is spread out as well, as you're buying from multiple sellers who will dispatch separately.

    With regards to going up one size, is that applicable for everything regardless of the brand (shorts, jerseys, trousers/pants, gloves etc...)?


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    WillyFXP
    Closed Accounts Posts: 833 ✭✭✭WillyFXP


    Shy Ted wrote: »
    Thanks for all the feedback. Its reassuring to know others have had success with the site.
    I guess the risk is spread out as well, as you're buying from multiple sellers who will dispatch separately.

    With regards to going up one size, is that applicable for everything regardless of the brand (shorts, jerseys, trousers/pants, gloves etc...)?

    I usually go up one size in bibs and up 2 sizes in jerseys. Asian sizing tends to be smaller, so I'd say the same for gloves etc.


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    Cee-Jay-Cee
    Registered Users Posts: 12,235 ✭✭✭✭Cee-Jay-Cee


    Go by there size charts which are generally accurate. I buy XL from the chinese sellers/Aliexpress and find it perfect. I'm 181cm and 76kg


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    Shy Ted
    Registered Users Posts: 159 ✭✭Shy Ted


    Took the plunge and went one size up. If it doesn't fit, I'll not lose sleep as it didn't cost much. I ordered a set of lights as well which I'd be more eager to receive.


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    murphyebass
    Registered Users Posts: 5,553 ✭✭✭murphyebass


    Do keep us informed Shy Ted. I'd like to take the plunge myself but unsure of the sizing issue. I'm 6 ft 1'' and weight wise go between 11 and a half stone to 12 stone depending on how many beers I've had in that month. lol.


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    paulo6891
    Registered Users Posts: 352 ✭✭paulo6891


    I'm guessing their other cycling stuff (wheels, frames etc) aren't genuine?


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    Tibulus
    Registered Users Posts: 203 ✭✭Tibulus


    paulo6891 wrote: »
    I'm guessing their other cycling stuff (wheels, frames etc) aren't genuine?

    This seems a bit too good to be genuine:
    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-New-Garmin-Forerunner-910XT-GPS-Sports-Fitness-Watch-with-Heart-Rate-Monitor/1910972172.html

    Has anyone one bought electronics or branded parts?


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    WillyFXP
    Closed Accounts Posts: 833 ✭✭✭WillyFXP


    Tibulus wrote: »
    This seems a bit too good to be genuine:
    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-New-Garmin-Forerunner-910XT-GPS-Sports-Fitness-Watch-with-Heart-Rate-Monitor/1910972172.html

    Has anyone one bought electronics or branded parts?
    If it is genuine it's likely it will get caught for import duty. No reason to suspect it's fake, only popular items that sell in really high volumes at low prices tend to be counterfeit.

    EDIT: This garmin is available on amazon for €318 including delivery via parcel motel, what makes you think €300 is a too good to be true price?


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    brayblue24
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,700 ✭✭✭brayblue24


    brayblue24 wrote: »
    Ordered from them twice.

    First lot took forever but at least they arrived.

    The second order never came but they don't want to know.

    Not recommended

    OK, so I'll have to amend. It may have taken almost 4 months but my order did finally arrive.


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    Ciaran_Hopper
    Registered Users Posts: 1 ✭Ciaran_Hopper


    Can any of you guys who have had positive experiences ordering gear post the names of the sellers you went with?

    That's be really helpful rather than picking one and hoping they're one that you've used.

    Thanks!


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    Cee-Jay-Cee
    Registered Users Posts: 12,235 ✭✭✭✭Cee-Jay-Cee


    murphyebass wrote: »
    Do keep us informed Shy Ted. I'd like to take the plunge myself but unsure of the sizing issue. I'm 6 ft 1'' and weight wise go between 11 and a half stone to 12 stone depending on how many beers I've had in that month. lol.

    You need XL. I'm 6ft and 12st 3lbs and XL is perfect fit on me. Large would possibly be too short on you.


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    WillyFXP
    Closed Accounts Posts: 833 ✭✭✭WillyFXP


    Ciaran_Hopper wrote: »
    Can any of you guys who have had positive experiences ordering gear post the names of the sellers you went with?

    That's be really helpful rather than picking one and hoping they're one that you've used.

    Thanks!

    http://www.aliexpress.com/store/117139
    Placed an order 25/6/14, stuff arrived yesterday well packaged and in perfect condition.


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    Hmmzis
    Registered Users Posts: 2,004 ✭✭✭Hmmzis


    Just ordered a winter set of those Castellis (or should that be Chinastelli?), at 28eur that's on par with AldiLidl pricing. Will see how this one pans out.


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    #21
    brownian
    Registered Users Posts: 1,741 ✭✭✭brownian


    Got a pair of 'castelli' shorts off them; arrived after a long time (you wouldn't want to be in a hurry, but if you're planning ahead...). Great shorts, sizing spot on (I went for a L, but a M would have fit me a little better...as per this thread, I went up a size, and they really are L...but still perfectly wearable, and very comfy indeed).


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    Alanstrainor
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators Posts: 23,157 Mod ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    Just ordered 2 jerseys and a pair of shorts. I know I'll be waiting an age, but hopefully they work out well. It'll be great if they live up to expectations. I'd buy 2 more sets if they do!


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    #23
    Unknown Soldier
    Registered Users Posts: 2,124 ✭✭✭Unknown Soldier


    Unknown Soldier wrote: »
    Go up a size. Made my first purchase this week. Report back later...


    Received my first package today from one of the two suppliers I used.

    Delighted! :D

    I'm a slightly less than medium these days and I went for an L. If I was 33/34 waist I'd say XL would be the way to go. The Jersey is a perfect fit as I'm sort of in between small and medium in local sizes. I'm about 170cms in height.

    The pad in the shorts is as good as anything I have laid my hands on in the local bike shops but note... I haven't been feeling up any of the 100e+ stuff in shops tbh.

    I used this shop http://www.aliexpress.com/store/519562 and bought the Assos one as I was looking for "visable" and "please don't run me over" without white shorts.

    Think I paid about 22e.

    Going to order a nice winter kit now as Aug'tober has put me in that frame of mind.


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    #24
    martyc5674
    Registered Users Posts: 2,520 ✭✭✭martyc5674


    I used this store.
    http://www.aliexpress.com/store/320157
    Went for castelli bib shorts and jersey
    3 weeks to the day delivered perfect.. Really happy with the stuff.
    Go by the sizing on their listings and you won't go wrong
    I've ordered a jacket and a winter set of pants jersey now aswell :)
    Marty.


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    #25
    crazy_kenny
    Registered Users Posts: 413 ✭✭crazy_kenny


    Anyone ever order a carbon frame from Ali express?


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    #26
    a148pro
    Registered Users Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭a148pro


    How are those prices possible? jersey and bib shorts, of good quality, for $15?


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    #27
    stecleary
    Registered Users Posts: 1,114 ✭✭✭stecleary


    a148pro wrote: »
    How are those prices possible? jersey and bib shorts, of good quality, for $15?

    Because it's China and copyright laws are laughed at.


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    #28
    tritriagain
    Registered Users Posts: 1,156 ✭✭✭tritriagain


    Is it safe to pay ali express by credit ard.


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    #29
    Kinet1c
    Closed Accounts Posts: 824 ✭✭✭Kinet1c


    Recently ordered a jersey from cycling monton, will report back when(if) it arrives. €20 for it so not a whole lot ventured.


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    a148pro
    Registered Users Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭a148pro


    stecleary wrote: »
    Because it's China and copyright laws are laughed at.

    As in theyre knocked off, albeit good quality knock offs?


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    #31
    ZiabR
    Registered Users Posts: 5,575 ✭✭✭ZiabR


    a148pro wrote: »
    As in theyre knocked off, albeit good quality knock offs?

    Yes, I have order kits from China before and the quality is very very good for the money you pay. My last order did that about 3.5 weeks to arrive but for the price I didn't care.


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