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Giant Defy 3 CTW Scheme Help?

  • 19-07-2010 12:29am
    #1
    Pandybelly
    Registered Users Posts: 109 ✭✭


    Hi,

    I am thinking of getting a Giant Defy 3 on the cycle to work scheme. Is this a good choice for a beginner looking to get fit(44 years)?
    What clothing should I purchase bearing in mind that I do not have the figure for body hugging materials. :D
    Any other accessories recommended that will keep me around the grand spent. Bike is €775 at local shop, his price is similar to online prices.

    Thanks,

    Anthony,,,,,


Comments

  • #2
    DirkVoodoo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,504 ✭✭✭✭DirkVoodoo


    No one has the figure for body hugging lycra really, it's about comfort at the end of the day. Swallow your pride and buy a pair of padded lycra shorts (bib shorts preferably), a base layer, jersey and a foldable rain jacket. Cycling is a sport and you should dress accordingly. Cottons absorb moisture and the fibres swell and sag.

    On top of that you will need a helmet, gloves, repair kit (tyre levers, pump and spare tube) and some lights for when the days shorten.

    If you are only using it for fitness you probably don't need a lock, just keep the bike within view when you are off it at a coffee stop.

    Consider getting clipless pedals, they are worth it and no they are not dangerous. Like most things they take a small bit of practice and some confidence.


  • #3
    TinyExplosions
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,860 ✭✭✭TinyExplosions


    DirkVoodoo wrote: »
    No one has the figure for body hugging lycra really, it's about comfort at the end of the day.

    Speak for yourself, I look gorgeous in mine!


  • #4
    cdaly_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,440 ✭✭✭cdaly_


    DirkVoodoo wrote: »
    No one has the figure for body hugging lycra really, it's about comfort at the end of the day.
    Pic 2 below for example...
    102798.jpg


  • #5
    Pandybelly
    Registered Users Posts: 109 ✭✭Pandybelly


    I feel better about myself already............


  • #6
    petethedrummer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,604 ✭✭✭petethedrummer


    You can get lycra shorts and put mountain bike baggies over them. Its important to get cycling specific shorts as they have a minimised seam in the crotch region.

    http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Categories.aspx?CategoryID=1524


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  • #7
    DirkVoodoo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,504 ✭✭✭✭DirkVoodoo


    You should have at least hidden pics 5 and 6 from the poor man!

    At least number 4 shows how someone can look reasonably stylish in lycra!


  • #8
    Lumen
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 31,142 ✭✭✭✭Lumen


    cdaly_ wrote: »
    Pic 2 below for example...

    It's all going great down until the knees, and then....BANG! Those socks and shoes! My eyes, they burn!


  • #9
    cdaly_
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,440 ✭✭✭cdaly_


    Indeed. The shoes and socks have been retired in favour of proper SPD...




    Sandals... :D

    Oh, and SPD shoes for the wintertime...


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