Clothing 101- recommendations

.red. · 17-05-2020 7:37pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi,
Which do you prefer?
I'm looking at
- DHB Classic
- Triban BIB SHORTS WITH POCKET RC500
galibier peloton lightweight bib shorts/

Thanks,
Pa.

Anyone know what delivery times are like with these sites? The 3 above seem decent on reviews and recommendations here and for no particular reason I like the look of the galiber but would buy one of the others if I thought it would get to me quicker?
I'm currently doing a road loop on a mountain bike and feeling a little raw at the end of it so the quicker I can get it the better. I've no shops near me to buy one or try on so will have to hope for the best with sizing online. Would I be ok for an XL for a 38 waist?
Cheers.

nilhg · 17-05-2020 7:45pm

.red. wrote: »

Anyone know what delivery times are like with these sites? The 3 above seem decent on reviews and recommendations here and for no particular reason I like the look of the galiber but would buy one of the others if I thought it would get to me quicker?
I'm currently doing a road loop on a mountain bike and feeling a little raw at the end of it so the quicker I can get it the better. I've no shops near me to buy one or try on so will have to hope for the best with sizing online. Would I be ok for an XL for a 38 waist?
Cheers.

I'd be hugely surprised if the Galibier isn't the quickest, drop them an email to check stock, usually two or at the most three days for delivery, they're based up near the border, always had great service.

I'd say XL would be grand, but Galibier will exchange promptly if you need to.

Decathlon are shipping ex Dublin and their service is good in my limited enough experience, my missus just bought some walking gear off them, it came in 3 or 4 days.

Wiggle will be ex UK so likely to be slower

tropics001 · 20-05-2020 10:58pm

smacl wrote: »

I went for the Galibier Pro 5 Liberté rather than the Galibier Peleton, and also have the DHB classic and DHB aeron.

how would you compare the sizing between Galibier and DHB aeron?
i have a large DHB aeron bib short that i like a lot, might have to try a Galibier.

dinneenp · 23-06-2020 10:40am

Hi again,

Seeing as there's about 1,000 out there any recommendations for a gilet please?
Budget is expandable but ideally under €50.

Thanks (again),
Pa.

CantGetNoSleep · 23-06-2020 10:47am

I'm a big fan of this and wear it at the beginning of rides for large parts of the year - https://galibier.cc/product/aix/?currency=EUR

Not the warmest gilet you will find but packs up nicely and fits in a back pocket

dinneenp · 23-06-2020 11:55am

CantGetNoSleep wrote: »

I'm a big fan of this and wear it at the beginning of rides for large parts of the year - https://galibier.cc/product/aix/?currency=EUR

Not the warmest gilet you will find but packs up nicely and fits in a back pocket

Cheers. Galibier get constantly recommended here, might go for that so. I was looking for a light, packable wind jacket and might just go with one from them as well, Ventultra jacket

So it' a bit nippy- I head out in possibly a base layer, jersey, arm warmers & gilet & have wind jacket and leg warmers in back pockets.

When would you use a long sleeve jersey over a gilet and arm warmers- winter? Just a preference thing or if it's cold & not going to change? (I know a long sleeve jersey isn't wind/water proof).
Cheers,
Pa.

CantGetNoSleep · 23-06-2020 12:11pm

I use a gilet with arm warmers, summer jersey and sometimes a baselayer for any half decent day (e.g. +10 degrees, not raining). You could probably also use a long sleeve jersey under the gilet too.

For anything much colder I'd use a winter jacket type thing with a baselayer, adding a jersey in between on the coldest days.

Typically you will be coldest starting off and if you dress right, you should even feel cold as you will warm up as you get going. So you should have clothes to feel a bit cold without freezing, plus something like a rain jacket in case the weather changes. I wouldn't often wear leg warmers but if I did, it would always be at the start of a ride, don't think I've ever put them in a pocket to start.

dinneenp · 24-06-2020 11:58am

CantGetNoSleep wrote: »

I'm a big fan of this and wear it at the beginning of rides for large parts of the year - https://galibier.cc/product/aix/?currency=EUR

Not the warmest gilet you will find but packs up nicely and fits in a back pocket

For the extra few euro I'll probably go for their IZOARD QUILTED GILET instead.

Robxxx7 · 24-06-2020 12:23pm

dinneenp wrote: »

For the extra few euro I'll probably go for their IZOARD QUILTED GILET instead.

I have the same Gilet and can highly recommend it ... mind you i feel cold when it 30c

nilhg · 24-06-2020 1:55pm

dinneenp wrote: »

For the extra few euro I'll probably go for their IZOARD QUILTED GILET instead.

It's great, but probably too warm this time of year, doesn't pack up as well either.

positron · 24-06-2020 2:26pm

If I may jump in here and ask a related question - any recommendations on casual but padded cycling wear?

I already have couple of good bibs (thanks to halfords boardman sale) and couple of nice looking jerseys as well. However, lately I feel a bit hmm "overdressed" in them - as in - for the kind of gentle riding I do - slow, steady, long but relaxed sightseeing - rather than riding with a group, or going for kmph targets, I feel I don't really need this tight fitting lycra business (err.. in other words, I am tired of holding my breath every time I cycle past a shop window where I can see my own reflection

)

dinneenp · 24-06-2020 4:05pm

nilhg wrote: »

It's great, but probably too warm this time of year, doesn't pack up as well either.

Cheers. I actually emailed them and that's what they said. They recommended ventultra gilet/ for this time of year.

I was wondering why one would have 4 or more gilets but now can easily understand.....

Tony04 · 24-06-2020 4:27pm

positron wrote: »

If I may jump in here and ask a related question - any recommendations on casual but padded cycling wear?

I already have couple of good bibs (thanks to halfords boardman sale) and couple of nice looking jerseys as well. However, lately I feel a bit hmm "overdressed" in them - as in - for the kind of gentle riding I do - slow, steady, long but relaxed sightseeing - rather than riding with a group, or going for kmph targets, I feel I don't really need this tight fitting lycra business (err.. in other words, I am tired of holding my breath every time I cycle past a shop window where I can see my own reflection )

Mtb shorts but probably won't be as well padded as road short or you can buy padded underwear

Tony04 · 24-06-2020 4:29pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Cheers. I actually emailed them and that's what they said. They recommended ventultra gilet/ for this time of year.

I was wondering why one would have 4 or more gilets but now can easily understand.....

You only really need one gilet to keep your chest warm in showers and or going downhill in the wind and the run you have there fits the purpose.
For winter just buy a jacket like the mistral again from galibier.

dominatinMC · 24-06-2020 4:32pm

What are peoples views on the Altura brand? Seem like decent quality?

dinneenp · 24-06-2020 8:40pm

Tony04 wrote: »

You only really need one gilet to keep your chest warm in showers and or going downhill in the wind and the run you have there fits the purpose.
For winter just buy a jacket like the mistral again from galibier.

Call me stupid but what do you wear if its getting a bit nippy in the evening or early morning? Gilet does that job as well-correct?

CantGetNoSleep · 24-06-2020 8:52pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Call me stupid but what do you wear if its getting a bit nippy in the evening or early morning? Gilet does that job as well-correct?

At this time of year yes but you might want something more than a gilet in the winter & what you linked to earlier is a bit too warm for this time of year but possibly not warm enough for winter

Tony04 · 24-06-2020 10:16pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Call me stupid but what do you wear if its getting a bit nippy in the evening or early morning? Gilet does that job as well-correct?

Yeh a gilet should do that but is better for keeping your chest from getting drenched in showers and and keeping your chest warm on descents. It's a protection layer more than a thermal layer.

Personally I'm the warm blooded type so would only consider layering up under 10 degrees. If you want to layer up a long sleeve jersey and maybe long sleeve thermal base layer should answer your question.

In winter then buy a waterproof jacket like the mistral for the typical grimy weather, but personally if the weathers dry and cold I'd rather a long sleeve jersey as washing jackets undo the waterproofing, I know you can respray it but still.

Deano12345 · 24-06-2020 10:34pm

dominatinMC wrote: »

What are peoples views on the Altura brand? Seem like decent quality?

I've a Altura nightvision long sleeve. It's a good heavy option if its particularly cold out. It's good quality stuff though, and seems to be on sale frequently enough too!

nilhg · 24-06-2020 10:35pm

Many of the gilets i have would have windblock panels on the front and something much lighter (even mesh) on the back, that works well for me, I don't like a chill on my chest but we are all different. If things warm up, dropping the zip 4 or 5 inches aids ventilation, really it's a matter of finding what suits yourself best

dinneenp · 24-06-2020 11:53pm

Gilets....and I thought buying a bike without trying it out first was difficult ;-)

keane2097 · 25-06-2020 1:05pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Gilets....and I thought buying a bike without trying it out first was difficult ;-)

The bike is just an excuse to buy the gear.

dinneenp · 25-06-2020 4:58pm

Hi yet again,
I'm almost finished annoying ye as I have almost all my gear sorted. Back to bib shorts, any recommendations from these?
Caratti Sport Bib Shorts £40

Galibier PELOTON BIB SHORTS £44 (if available, they don't appear on my product page

dhb Classic Bib Shorts £44

TRIBAN RC 500 PADDED CYCLING BIB SHORTS

Thanks!
Pa.

tropics001 · 06-07-2020 10:07am

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi yet again,
I'm almost finished annoying ye as I have almost all my gear sorted. Back to bib shorts, any recommendations from these?
Caratti Sport Bib Shorts £40

Galibier PELOTON BIB SHORTS £44 (if available, they don't appear on my product page

dhb Classic Bib Shorts £44

TRIBAN RC 500 PADDED CYCLING BIB SHORTS

Thanks!
Pa.

i don't know the others but for DHB i would pay the extra for aeron.
quality and fit is much nicer for me than the classic. i started with the classic but since i got the aeron i never wear them.

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/dhb-aeron-bib-shorts-1

06-07-2020 3:19pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi yet again,
I'm almost finished annoying ye as I have almost all my gear sorted. Back to bib shorts, any recommendations from these?
Caratti Sport Bib Shorts £40

Galibier PELOTON BIB SHORTS £44 (if available, they don't appear on my product page

dhb Classic Bib Shorts £44

TRIBAN RC 500 PADDED CYCLING BIB SHORTS

Thanks!
Pa.

I own a pair of the Caratti shorts, and would highly rate them

Tony04 · 06-07-2020 4:23pm

[Deleted User] wrote: »

I own a pair of the Caratti shorts, and would highly rate them

How do they compare to your other shorts? Also I've seen on reviews that the stitching isnt the neatest, is that so?
I've been eyeing them for while but haven't pulled the trigger as I haven't heard much about them...

07-07-2020 12:18pm

Tony04 wrote: »

How do they compare to your other shorts? Also I've seen on reviews that the stitching isnt the neatest, is that so?
I've been eyeing them for while but haven't pulled the trigger as I haven't heard much about them...

All down to personal preference really, the pad has creases in it, rather than just a big block.
Never notices the stitching tbh

.red. · 18-07-2020 10:27am

I'm looking for a pair of gloves. I got caught in a heavy mist last night and had zero grip on the bar tape so did my final 20k on a very slight downhill gradient holding onto the hoods for dear life.
What should I look for? Full finger? Fingerless? Any brands or particular types?
For now I really only want them for in the wet in the summer if I'm caught out like last night.
Thanks.

MojoMaker · 19-07-2020 4:48pm

For precisely the use case you describe I rely on a trusty pair of Carnac Roubaix gloves. They're not waterproof, not even water resistant, but they're light, have good grip on wet bars, and give you a bit of windproofing to boot. Pack small too so they can go in the jersey for virtually any ride outside of deep winter. The Planet X 365 race gloves are also worth a look but I haven't had a pair myself.

With P/X it's a good idea to load a few items into your cart and take advantage of the all-in shipping price.

https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CLCARULRAG/carnac-roubaix-gloves

https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/PX365RG/planet-x-365-race-gloves

dinneenp · 30-07-2020 12:04pm

Hi (yet again),

Any recommendation for cycling shoes, budget €80 or thereabouts, can go slightly higher. I don't plan on changing shoes for summer (Summer, what's that?....) and winter.
I have Look Keo Classic 3 pedals
I've no idea what stiffness is ideal for me- cycling is an hour or two spins atm. I went into a local shop but they had extremely limited selection.
There's some I've spotted:
365X SINGLE DIAL COMPOSITE SOLE ROAD SHOE

Northwave Core Road Shoes 2019
Northwave Jet 2 (actually no as would go for hte Core, seems more breathable)

Giro Techne Road Shoe

B'TWIN 500 SPORT CYCLING ROAD CYCLING SHOES - BLACK

dhb Troika Road Shoe

Cheers,
Pa.

lissard · 30-07-2020 1:38pm

I quite like Shimano shoes - they are a good fit for me. I had a pair of Giro shoes and they were a bit tight and I ended up with numb toes - not a nice feeling! Here's something in your price range (Shimano RP3).

https://www.cyclesuperstore.ie/shop/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=132981

MojoMaker · 31-07-2020 12:35pm

dinneenp wrote: »

Hi (yet again),

Any recommendation for cycling shoes, budget €80 or thereabouts, can go slightly higher. I don't plan on changing shoes for summer (Summer, what's that?....) and winter.
I have Look Keo Classic 3 pedals
I've no idea what stiffness is ideal for me- cycling is an hour or two spins atm. I went into a local shop but they had extremely limited selection.
There's some I've spotted:
365X SINGLE DIAL COMPOSITE SOLE ROAD SHOE

Northwave Core Road Shoes 2019
Northwave Jet 2 (actually no as would go for hte Core, seems more breathable)

Giro Techne Road Shoe

B'TWIN 500 SPORT CYCLING ROAD CYCLING SHOES - BLACK

dhb Troika Road Shoe

Cheers,
Pa.

Have a look at briando's mega for sale thread on here before you shop anywhere. He usually has shoes at brilliant prices - picked up new pair of Northwave road shoes last week for approximately 1/3rd RRP.

CantGetNoSleep · 31-07-2020 12:55pm

MojoMaker wrote: »

Have a look at briando's mega for sale thread on here before you shop anywhere. He usually has shoes at brilliant prices - picked up new pair of Northwave road shoes last week for approximately 1/3rd RRP.

I've been waiting for one of those threads for a while!

RugbyLover123 · 22-08-2020 6:27pm

Probably been recommended before but could anyone recommend a bike rack for a small car? Only need it for one road bike. Seeing mixed reviews for ones from Halfords and on Amazon. Alternatively has anyone bought one from a bike shop they would recommend?

retalivity · 22-08-2020 6:37pm

I got a second hand thule one on adverts or donedeal a few years ago for 30€ and it's savage, thule is usually expensive and great quality. Be worth looking there for any good quality 2nd hand ones

dinneenp · 22-08-2020 7:30pm

RugbyLover123 wrote: »

Probably been recommended before but could anyone recommend a bike rack for a small car? Only need it for one road bike. Seeing mixed reviews for ones from Halfords and on Amazon. Alternatively has anyone bought one from a bike shop they would recommend?

I bought the one that's same as Halfords one-straps & L shaped metal. Tok a while to fix bike securely but did the job for Galway to Dunmore East. If for infrequent use I'd recommend it.

Tony04 · 22-08-2020 7:52pm

I have a hitch top tube bike mount i got a few years back in halfords. Have transported my "good" carbon fibre bikes without issue on it. On a budget its definitely worth while
That being said i am considering saving up for a thule hitch wheel mounted rack for the peace of mind

CormacH94 · 25-08-2020 1:46pm

I know the question has been done to death but good winter shoes? Looking for a shoe/overshoe combo rather than a winter boot

Have a white pair of Fixzik R5 tempos that I really like and was thinking of getting a black pair - but I know there are a lot of ventilation holes that would be counterproductive as a winter shoe.

Currently have a black pair of Cronos (bought out of CRC) covered in PVC tape that are a bit of a squeeze compared to the Fizik's

Has anyone any thoughts over the R5 tempo vs R5 powerstrap? Have it in my head that maybe t
he strap would be a bit better and easier to fit with overshoes

DelBoy Trotter · 02-09-2020 7:17pm

I’m looking for recommendations for a winter jacket. Needs to be warm, and somewhat waterproof. Budget is €100, any recommendations?

Weepsie · 02-09-2020 8:25pm

DelBoy Trotter wrote: »

I’m looking for recommendations for a winter jacket. Needs to be warm, and somewhat waterproof. Budget is €100, any recommendations?

Probably the new Galibier Mistral.

DelBoy Trotter · 03-09-2020 11:05am

Weepsie wrote: »

Probably the new Galibier Mistral.

That looks good, I'm going to go for that. What is the fit like for Galibier stuff?

JMcL · 03-09-2020 11:21am

DelBoy Trotter wrote: »

That looks good, I'm going to go for that. What is the fit like for Galibier stuff?

Size guides on their website are pretty accurate generally. The Mistral is snug fitting, but not stupidly sized like the Italian brands. I'm 182cm, 83kg, 34 waist and L fits perfectly

DelBoy Trotter · 03-09-2020 11:32am

JMcL wrote: »

Size guides on their website are pretty accurate generally. The Mistral is snug fitting, but not stupidly sized like the Italian brands. I'm 182cm, 83kg, 34 waist and L fits perfectly

Thanks, I was wondering if the size guide was accurate. I'm 178cm, 80kg, and 32 waist. It looks like M would fit me, but be a bit snug, so might get the L

Weepsie · 03-09-2020 12:12pm

If you're in Dublin, there's probably any number of us that can let you try one on. Their customer service is excellent though, so returns/exchange are easy.

I have a Mistral in large that's a bit loose, but it's the right cut so covers what it needs when on the hoods etc.

Colombier (predates Mistral) is a bit tighter and such. It's the best looking jacket they've done, but gets a bit warm and doesn't have the water proofing of others

MrMiata · 04-09-2020 12:16am

I'm looking for some general suggestions on what clothes I need/should be getting.
I've currently just got a jersey and a set of shorts (not over the shoulder), they're not that comfortable, but maybe that's the saddle or my lack of time in the saddle..
I'm also thinking of getting a better helmet.

What should I be getting?
Cycling is just a hobby for me I don't use it to commute.

I'm thinking:
Waterproof jacket, gloves, overshoes, baselayer, maybe arm and leg warmers.. I'd also like a nicer set of bib shorts down the line too.
Am I missing anything?

CantGetNoSleep · 04-09-2020 7:21am

MrMiata wrote: »

I'm looking for some general suggestions on what clothes I need/should be getting.
I've currently just got a jersey and a set of shorts (not over the shoulder), they're not that comfortable, but maybe that's the saddle or my lack of time in the saddle..
I'm also thinking of getting a better helmet.

What should I be getting?
Cycling is just a hobby for me I don't use it to commute.

I'm thinking:
Waterproof jacket, gloves, overshoes, baselayer, maybe arm and leg warmers.. I'd also like a nicer set of bib shorts down the line too.
Am I missing anything?

That's a good start. For the waterproof jacket, it probably depends if you want something to put on in case of a shower or want something to wear for a few hours in constant rain or wet weather. I'd probably add a gilet too

dinneenp · 04-09-2020 9:22am

MrMiata wrote: »

I'm looking for some general suggestions on what clothes I need/should be getting.
I've currently just got a jersey and a set of shorts (not over the shoulder), they're not that comfortable, but maybe that's the saddle or my lack of time in the saddle..
I'm also thinking of getting a better helmet.

What should I be getting?
Cycling is just a hobby for me I don't use it to commute.

I'm thinking:
Waterproof jacket, gloves, overshoes, baselayer, maybe arm and leg warmers.. I'd also like a nicer set of bib shorts down the line too.
Am I missing anything?

I got back into cycling about 5 months ago, bought-
bibs
jersey (pockets at back are great)
arm warmers (excellent, bought a pair from Planet X for about €5)
leg warmers (don't need at this time of year)
Gilet (from Galibier- handy for when it's nippy or shower)
baselayer- (good for early morning, late evening)
Saddle bag (for spare tyre etc)
Handlebar waterproof holder for phone

I wouldn't get a waterproof jacket, overshoe or gloves just yet, more for winter.

Cheers,
Pa.

cletus · 05-09-2020 11:23am

Looking for a recommendation for a full fingered glove for early spring/late autumn cycling.

I already have a set of winter gloves, so I'm looking for something to take the sting out of the fingertips on an early morning cycle, but that's not padded like a ski glove. I've been looking at MTB gloves, but most of them don't have any gel/padding in the palm, it seems

Weepsie · 06-09-2020 5:42pm

Would you consider just a light liner glove and where your normal gloves over them? That's what I do sometimes. Otherwise, I've used these for years. Not for the very cold days, but for a lot of those neither here nor there ones.

https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/CLPXHWG17/planet-x-365-convertible-race-gloves

lissard · 06-09-2020 7:28pm

I have used a pair of these for the last 5 years, not too heavy and sufficiently thin that you still have some sort of 'feel' through the material.

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/castelli-lightness-2-gloves

They cover Autumn and Spring perfectly.

Clothing 101- recommendations

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