Deals in America?

dantheman89 · 02-02-2015 11:48pm #1

Hi all,

Heading to NYC this weekend for a couple of weeks. Essentially, I would like to pick up some bits while over there such as a decent helmet and shoes etc. I was hoping some of you might be able to point me in the right direction regarding shops or websites as I can get items delivered to a friend I am staying with!

Thanks for the help in advance.

Beasty · 03-02-2015 12:09am

Given the current strength of the dollar against the Euro I would be surprised if there were significant savings to be had at present

R&A Cycles is one place to check out, but I tend to find on high value stuff they are not particularly cheap in Euro terms, even before considering import duties and VAT

dantheman89 · 03-02-2015 12:14am

I have my dollars a while now as working within investment banking at the moment and was advised to do so before Christmas. I do also hope to get around the import duty on certain items. Thanks for the advice. I will have to take a look

OldBean · 03-02-2015 9:31am

If you're going for a couple of weeks, try get out of NYC when you can. I'm not sure you'll beat some of the deals you can get on CRC or Wiggle with free delivery in the ROI.

There's some pretty cool frame builders around Boston, and a good touring/rando scene towards DC and Maryland (And MA).