Is there any bikes to be had?

maxamillius · 18-01-2022 7:50pm #1

Are there actually any road bikes to be had anywhere? I’ve literally been looking for a year now and no where seems to have stock.

looking for something in around 2.5 - 3k, looked at canyon, giant, ribble etc but no one has any stock for months

CantGetNoSleep · 18-01-2022 9:50pm

If you subscribe to the Canyon newsletter they seem to now send a weekly update of in stock bikes. I saw some earlier today that would be delivered in a week.

I have the impression that there are lots of bikes around - maybe not the exact model you are looking for though. Fewer good deals too

TheBlaaMan · 18-01-2022 9:56pm

Have a check around Altitudes website. As everywhere, stock is in short supply, but you might be lucky with what they have: https://www.altitude.ie/road-bikes/male/instock/adult

maxamillius · 18-01-2022 10:48pm

Thanks for both suggestions I will look into them… hopefully these supply issues are short lived. Need to strike before the wife changes her mind

mr spuckler · 19-01-2022 9:03am

Cycle Superstore have a link to bikes in stock at the top of their website. I went out 2 weeks ago to buy a gravel bike and took it home 5 days later :)

https://www.cyclesuperstore.ie/shop/pc/showsearchresults.asp?sort=category&idSupplier=0&withstock=1&pageno=1&idCategory=35

Sizing might be a challenge but certainly worth a look or a call out.

byrnem31 · 19-01-2022 11:20am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058228713/is-there-any-bikes-to-be-had

Ill be selling an immaculate giant defy advanced 2 2020 in June size ml if interested 😁

Try cycle superstore. I ordered a cube agree c62 last week with a delivery date of june 2022 with penny farthing cycles also.

Londonirish72 · 19-01-2022 1:41pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058228713/is-there-any-bikes-to-be-had

Both Ribble & Canyon have "Available Now" bikes on their websites but as one of the other posters mentioned, you'll likely have to compromise on what you actually want.

From my own conversations with bike shops the real pinch point is getting your hands on groupsets. There seem to be frames around. If you want a Shimano groupset you'll wait up to 6 months at least whereas SRAM will not be available until December.

maxamillius · 19-01-2022 3:35pm

Crazy stuff, I wonder when those production issues will resolve themselves.

Spoke to Giant today and they came back with a list of bikes within my budget and size and listed out the stores they were available in. There wasn’t many but a few TCRs available, no choice on colour however.

might just have to hold out rather than jumping in and buying something for the sake of it

Londonirish72 · 19-01-2022 5:29pm

Alternatively, if you have the time and the patience would be to buy a frame and then try and then build it up over time as you find parts on bike websites, Amazon and EBay. I did this last year and I quite enjoyed the experience. You might be able to source a second hand groupset that will last you until supply chains are working again.

Oh...and Rose also have some bikes avaiable.

Roberto_gas · 19-01-2022 5:34pm

I agree with you...have called around 20-25 shops now around dublin and struggling to find right size (S) carbon frame in similar budget(2-3k)I have !

byrnem31 · 19-01-2022 6:03pm

Imagine the bargains to be had soon though on 2nd hand bikes in general. Every joe soap was going out and buying bikes with a good majority now sitting in a shed. Wont be long before adverts etc. is flooded with 2nd hand bargains. And the bike companies will be back begging for our custom. What goes up, must come down.

maxamillius · 19-01-2022 6:24pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118501394#Comment_118501394

Was on rose website last night they actually have some lovely bikes, I’m hoping to use bike to work if I can so that rules them out

secman · 19-01-2022 6:27pm

I'm trawling Adverts and DD since last Nov looking for a 54cm size bike, initially it was for a winter hack, then broadened it up yo €2k for a half decent bike. I would be sorted many times over if i was looking for a 50cm , 52cm or a 56cm bike ... carry on trawling says me ... waiting for a break 😉

8valve · 19-01-2022 6:55pm

Check OK Cycles in Carrick on Suir; some nice road Giants in stock in various sizes.

Say Paul sent you.

Mods I hope this doesn't infringe advertising rules?!

ednwireland · 19-01-2022 7:06pm

know anyone in northern ireland ?

https://www.paulscycles.co.uk/bikes/road-bikes/male/adult

lochdara · 19-01-2022 8:49pm

Roca Sports have instock bikes also.

magicbastarder · 19-01-2022 8:58pm

sure doesn't 8valve from this parish have some cool bikes for sale?

beggars_bush · 19-01-2022 9:51pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118501711#Comment_118501711

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118499805#Comment_118499805

few groups on facebook regularly have 54cm bikes listed for sale

magicbastarder · 19-01-2022 9:56pm

there's a lad selling a 54cm lynskey Ti frame on adverts.

secman · 20-01-2022 11:55am

Yeah see that, wouldn't be my forte, im mechanically inept ...from birth.

MojoMaker · 20-01-2022 12:38pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058228713/is-there-any-bikes-to-be-had

What size? By the sounds of your pain it's possibly the most popular - 54cm?

CantGetNoSleep · 20-01-2022 12:45pm

New Canyon Endurace launched today and many of the models seem to be in stock for immediate delivery. Just watch the sizing as 54 is a small in Canyon sizing. They seem to be relatively good value in the 105 and Ultegra CF versions

GandhiwasfromBallyfermot · 20-01-2022 12:54pm

Roca sports have a lovely 54cm BMC Teammachine in stock. Ultegra gruppo

Londonirish72 · 20-01-2022 3:57pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118505199#Comment_118505199

I am too but you could get your local shop to assemble the bike and perhaps use their guidance before buying, especially on the compatibility of cranks and bottom brackets.

Roberto_gas · 20-01-2022 4:28pm

If anyone sees a new 51/50 small size bike in range 2500-3000 giant/orbea/cannondale pls post as well...found one in a shop and they said they charge 8% for bike to work voucher processing ! Mental !

Roberto_gas · 20-01-2022 4:31pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118505436#Comment_118505436

Thanks...when do they come in stock if it says summer ? Does bike to work with them ?

barleyman · 20-01-2022 4:46pm

PI Cycles in Mallow have a lot of trek road bikes in your size and in budget. Sound to deal with also

https://picycles.ie/shop/bikes/

The mailing list for Canyon and the notifications often lag behind the website so the bikes are often sold before you get notification that they are in stock.

I was put onto this piece of software which is free and monitors changes to sections of websites. Works great for Canyon stock levels (and any other site i'm sure), get an immediate alert when there is a change.

Web Monitor - Apps to track webpages and feeds for changes. | Distill.io

8valve · 22-01-2022 12:25pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118501711#Comment_118501711

I've a 54cm trek 5500 on adverts if you want to take a look?

8valve · 22-01-2022 12:27pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118506906#Comment_118506906

This is common among the majority of Irish bike shops, as the voucher companies take their fee from the bike shops profit; the employer or employee doesn't get penalised by the voucher company. Fine for big bike megastores...not so much for the small LBS.

magicbastarder · 22-01-2022 12:48pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118506906#Comment_118506906

i assume they're only charging the 8% on the first €1250 (or €1500 if it's an e-bike?)

anyway, depending on who your employer is, you could ask them to deal directly with the shop, those voucher companies are nothing but money for old rope.

secman · 22-01-2022 1:25pm

Had a look 8valve, lovely vintage bike and high standard finish on it. More suited to vintage bike runs onthe Summer definitely an eye catching colour. Im looking for a pure winter bike, it woukd be a shame to ride that in the winter. GLWS

maxamillius · 22-01-2022 5:06pm

Stupid bike to work ruining my purchase, my employer and my wife’s employer both use third party’s who won’t let you buy from canyon

rolling boh · 23-01-2022 3:59pm

went to a shop last month asked about a cube attain can get one in wait for it next november only a decent bike nothing special but that was the answer i got .

dahat · 23-01-2022 5:24pm

2022 Orbea with 10 speed Tiagra for €2399.

In my mind that’s savage dear & I feel for anyone after a quality bike this year.

beggars_bush · 23-01-2022 5:26pm

Scott addict 40 in wheelworx for 2099

maxamillius · 23-01-2022 5:50pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118521894#Comment_118521894

Crazy price considering you can get a canyon, with an ultegra groupset with power meter for 2,900

Drake66 · 23-01-2022 6:26pm

I was playing with the idea of getting a new road bike last year but crazy pricing and waiting lists made my mind up for me. I got a new set of wheels and upgraded the groupset on my existing bike instead.

rolling boh · 23-01-2022 6:46pm

prices gone a bit mad anything with even 105 is 1600 approx from what i can see .

Seth Brundle · 23-01-2022 7:18pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118517956#Comment_118517956

Double check with your employer if they can deal directly with Canyon.

I checked with my HR and was initially told "no, not a chance". I then explained what was actually happening and that the middlemen effectively do nothing to reduce effort involved and for me would actually cost me about €400 or €500 when buying a bike (loss of any possible discount and admin fee). HR were of the belief that the middlemen company were required for the process: using info from revenue.ie I managed to reset that view.

HR then changed their position and as long as Accounts Payable were happy to set up a new vendor then HR were happy.

magicbastarder · 23-01-2022 7:21pm

yep; thankfully with my employer it's always been a case simply of the team assistant ringing the shop and paying for the bike directly with the company credit card. no fuss.

23-01-2022 7:46pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118521894#Comment_118521894

Lately I've seen the 2022 Orbea Avant models (Alu) with 105 disc going for a more reasonable 1799, they use cheaper cranks and cassettes though I'd maybe have bought one but for the fact they were too big for me. I still think that is maybe 200 over the odds though.

Was that Tiagra model full hydraulic disc groupo even?

CianRyan · 23-01-2022 9:23pm

Not sure how you feel about buying a bike from Decathlon but some of their bikes looks like excellent value.

Carbon frame set, 105 Ultegra mix, hydraulic discs and tubeless ready wheels for €2000. There's a few other decent looking bikes marked as in stock too.

https://www.decathlon.ie/road-racing-bikes/324411-91480-road-bike-edr-cf-105-disc-black.html#/demodelsize-200s/demodelcolor-8581111?queryID=600bf948f70a941ab4041b9e0c182c74&objectID=4005180

Rosahane · 23-01-2022 10:15pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118523049#Comment_118523049

Unfortunately Decathalon’s “in stock” doesn’t mean it’s in Dublin. You need to click on Store Availibility which uses cookies to check local availability!

CianRyan · 23-01-2022 10:47pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118523245#Comment_118523245

That's true but you can have it delivered regardless for €15. Some assembly required I'd imagine.

Below is standard delivery to Dublin.

magicbastarder · 23-01-2022 10:53pm

in the men's racing bike section on the site, there's not a single model or size which is listed as available in ballymun. however, that one above does seem to be available as an online purchase in M and S, were you happy to purchase a bike sight unseen.

Mehaffey1 · 23-01-2022 11:01pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118501894#Comment_118501894

Looking at the address on the bottom of a homepage and they're an English company?

Price of bikes definitely through the roof just like most products from food to paper at the moment.

dahat · 23-01-2022 11:05pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118522577#Comment_118522577

Fairly sure it was. This model incorporates the new pricing level with the one you saw at 2021 pricing maybe?

23-01-2022 11:20pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118523487#Comment_118523487

The "2022" Avant I threw my leg over in Cork when I was there for work a few weeks ago is same spec the 2021 Avant that never shipped anywhere in big numbers due to Covid I reckon and now I check with Orbea was 200 cheaper than their RRP of €1999 Yeah so maybe a 2021 model and pricing.

https://www.orbea.com/ie-en/bicycles/road/avant/cat/avant-h30-d

CianRyan · 23-01-2022 11:25pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118523425#Comment_118523425

Last time I was over, they had a few of the hire end models on the floor even though they were out of stock.

I like the look of the above model with Campag Centaur for €200 less. Currently out of stock though.

billyhead · 24-01-2022 11:01am

Is it simply a supply and demand case as to why the prices have gotten out of hand?

24-01-2022 11:35am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118524692#Comment_118524692

i think the major factories in the far east were badly hit by covid, and closed for a while, that with the increased demand, and Brexit into the mix.

Giant seem impossible to get, shops are only getting them in ones, and twos.

Is there any bikes to be had?

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