Would 3k be enough to get you started on cycling accessories?

sxt

A few items you might be needing

Bicycle computer

Helmet

bicycle Locks

Front lights

Back lights

Water bottle and cage

Floor pump

Spare tubes

Spare tyres

Mini pump

Bike tools

Puncture repair kit

bike cleaning tools

bike cleaning supplies

wet chain lube

dry chain lube

Bike stand

Rain jacket

Rain trousers

winter Cycling jersey

Summer cycling jersey

cycling socks

cycling shoes

Overshoes

Padded shorts

Padded tights

Winter Sunglasses

Summer sunglasses

Car rack

Mudguards

Panniers

Pannier rack

winter gloves

summer gloves

Saddle bag

Frame bag

New Saddle

Pedals

Did I miss anything...

Wanderer78

should be well enough, under a grand would probably also get you going, but 3k should get you a good machine, with all the other bits and bobs

magicbastarder

are you planning on going bikepacking, with a car? pannier bags, and saddle bag, and frame bag, and car rack?

anyway, you don't need half those accessories just to get started.

T-Maxx

Yeah that's a long list...

If you're new to cycling don't rush out and buy loads of stuff just because. Determine your real needs, research research research and buy once.

crosstownk

Buy what you need as you need it - as an example, get a winter jersey/jacket now and leave purchasing the summer one until March/April.

con747

O/H got a Trek last year on the bike to work scheme, I got everything needed for leisure cycling online for less than €160, pump, spare tube, spare tyre, Kryptonite lock and cable, puncture kit, basic tool kit, 20 litre waterproof basket for the handlebars, front and rear lights, helmet with a rear multi mode light, 2 water bottles and cages, 1 spare of each cable and probably stuff I can't remember!

I got most of it in the Amazon sales though and was in the trade a very long time ago so didn't buy crap. I also have no shortage of tools so I just bought the basic set to keep in the basket.

beggars_bush

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121127828#Comment_121127828

buy the summer gear now as its all on sale!

keep your gear simple and affordable. you don't need expensive stuff just to go out and cycle.

If starting out I wouldn't be spending a ball of money on stuff. Buy a used bike with some of the stuff listed above and see if the sport is for you.

Seth Brundle

You also pick up bargains along the way. Aldi have a bike special coming up next week where you can get a few essentials for cheap.

f1000

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Macy0161

That's a long list, with a lot of stuff you won't necessarily need.

crosstownk

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121127916#Comment_121127916

Valid point about summer gear being on sale at this time of year. Some good bargains to be had for sure

But as the OP is just starting out, there’s a possibility that they may decide that cycling is not for them (mad I know but it does happen) and then there’s a heap of summer gear and money wasted.

Buy what’s needed is what I’d do.

nicksnikita

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058314385/would-3k-be-enough-to-get-you-started-on-cycling-accessories

Bell?

cletus

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121131737#Comment_121131737

Spare bell, in case the first one stops working?

beggars_bush

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121131542#Comment_121131542

In that situation, coming into winter is the worst time of year to start into cycling. Way more gear needed

68 lost souls

I have never used Rain trousers in ten or so years of cycling so that's one item out, I was cycling for years before getting a bike computer that's a big saving there, plenty of apps to get you started on the phone but also if needed you can pickup a cheaper second hand one. No need to keep a stock of spare tyres. No need to for sperate wet and dry lube. No need for separate winter and summer sunglasses. Chances are all the racks and bags aren't needed unless bike packing or commuting and at that not all are needed. Easily a grand saved there

magicbastarder

also, new saddle?

blackbox

If you're starting out, at 3000 euro I'd expect the bike to be included in the list.

mmrs

Helmet, lock, lights, bell, shoes and pedals if you'll be clipping in, bib shorts & jersey, chamois creme, rain jacket and some spare tubes. Pick up the rest as you go. You'll develop a better idea of what you want as you get into the sport.

It's easy to get carried away, I bought rain trousers I hate and overshoes which were more of a pain than they were worth. Arm covers too, what a waste for me. But you may decide you'd like these things.

If you buy it all at the beginning you'll be denying yourself hours of online fantasy shopping for new accessories :)

magicbastarder

i've never used chamois cream.

cletus

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121132892#Comment_121132892

Nor me.

I'm not sure how serious the op was with the list.

It's the same poster who made the "Cycling faster to negate air pollution" thread, or whatever it was

John_Rambo

This has to be a joke. Are we talking getting started on cycling to work? Cycling as a hobby? Racing? Mountain Biking?

Can't take this poster seriously after reading their other posts.

Cetyl Palmitate

Seems more like a list to start a cycling accessories shop

07Lapierre

I've revised your essential list..

I'm assuming you don't have a bike already? This is just to get you started. Add to it later as you go along.

Bike.

bicycle Lock

Front lights

Back lights

Water bottle and cage

Floor pump

Spare tube

Mini pump

Puncture repair kit

bike cleaning supplies? (Degreaser and Fairy liquid!)

Wet chain lube

Rain jacket

winter Cycling jersey

cycling shoes

Overshoes

Padded tights

Winter glasses / Photochromatic lens

winter gloves

Saddle bag - (Optional)

Pedals

T-Maxx

Yeah we've been trolled...

nicksnikita

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058314385/would-3k-be-enough-to-get-you-started-on-cycling-accessories

Stabilisers?

billyhead

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121132829#Comment_121132829

3000 euro is madness to spend on extras only.

crosstownk

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121132181#Comment_121132181

If you start in the winter and stick with it then summer will see you hooked.

mmrs

I guess GCN convinced me of that one. I'll give it go without it next time!

sxt

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121135284#Comment_121135284

That's how I priced it up, and that was for mid range gear . Nearly all of that gear would be considered necessary for most people if you cycle alot . 3k would be conservative estimate as well. You could spend double that on decent gear

A bike computer isn't essential but is probably the most worthwhile accesory to have

AndrewJRenko

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121133696#Comment_121133696

I suspect the point of the post is to 'prove' that cycling is out of reach for the ordinary worker.

Weepsie

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121136399#Comment_121136399

You could spend 10% or less too on decent gear too