Confused about Bike Gear

johnnyb1

Hi guys I have bought a bike but need gear are there any brands I need to steer clear of what brands should I be looking at for shorts tops jackets gloves and socks

Lumen

Assos is nice.

Raam

Lumen wrote: »

Assos is nice.

It really is the only brand for cycling.

Dr_Colossus

Raam wrote: »

It really is the only brand for cycling.

If you're johnny big bucks.
There's plenty of other good brands but you have to shop around and read the reviews for the best deals. I recently got into cycling and bought my first pair of bib shorts a while back and got these
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=29164
For stuff like overshoes and leg warmers I find the Endura stuff good. Also got Endura mitts which I find good
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=26697
It's an expensive game and there's plenty of stuff to keep adding to the collection so happy hunting.

macnab

I just bought a pair of Santini GITCX Bib Shorts from Chain Reaction, they cost £61.78 which is about €72 but they are fantastic and come highly praised in the cycling fraternity. They make my Lidl shorts look like a rag.

Beasty

Assos is expensive, but wears very well. I have stuff that I've been wearing for over 3 years, and its nearly in as good a condition as when I bought it. I have had one jersey with a faulty zip, but the only other Assos gear I have had to "retire" has been as a result of crashes. Add to that the sheer quality of their clothing, and it's probably a lot better value than a lot of people think.

kincsem

I don't do much cycling but like Santini clothing.
I get mine here http://www.prendas.co.uk/

ROK ON

Assos great winter gear. Simply the best for jackets and tights.
Panache - unbelievably good bib shorts.
Rapha - good for overshoes, baselayers and gilets. Arm and knee warmers good. Shorts are way too flimsy and get very wet from sweat. No wicking.
DHB- low price bib tights. I really like them. Warm and fit well.
Satini - good jerseys and gilets.
Nalini- like the jerseys hate the shorts.
Campagnola - I love the shorts. Also do excellent winter gloves.
Spin 11. Jerseys not bad but zips are ugly.
I have merino beanies that I bought from Outdoor Pursuits. Great for really cold days.
Underarmour. I have two extreme weather baselayers. These are for when temp drops close to or below zero. Excellent.
Buffs. invaluable.
Oakley Radars.
Sealskinz. Feel funny but do help to keep feet warm on very wet days. They are not really waterproof, but highly resistant.

dave45dave

Check alibaba.com. Bought my gear from it , long sleeves and bottoms for £48 with livery on it.

johnnyb1

Thanks guys much appreciate the help:D:D