5 great cycling deals in the Chain Reaction Cycles Takeover

If you're after some cycling tops or a new bargain bike, you've come to the right place!

Today is another DealCatcher Takeover from the folks at Chain Reaction Cycles, and they've got a couple of fantastic Vitus Bikes on offer as well as some great cycling tops.

Polaris and Mavic are the brands we're focusing on in today's DealCatcher, but there's plenty more on offer over in the Chain Reaction Cycles clearance sale.

30% off Vitus Bikes' 2016 Razor VR Road Bike
WAS £599.99 | NOW £419.99

"Whether you're planning that first step on the road bike ladder or looking for a capable, well-priced mudguard wearer to get you through the year-round commute, the Vitus Razor VR is worth more than a passing glance."

Those are the words of our long-time esteemed reviewer Stu Kerton.

He took the Vitus Razor VR Wiltshire's undulating roads back in July and by all accounts he loved his time with it.

The Razor VR would make a "great quick commuter," if you're looking to start commuting. Alternatively, the weather's about to get bad, so maybe you're thinking about a new winter trainer.

Beating this bike in terms of value will be tough.

- Read more: road.cc's Vitus Razor VR review

30% off Vitus Bikes' 2016 Razor VRL Road Bike
WAS £599.99 | NOW £419.99

That bargain commuter or winter trainer isn't restricted to 50% of the population either.

Chain Reaction Cycles has the women's Razor VRL on offer at the exact same discount.

Of course, you still get the same great package, just with a geometrically beneficial frame for the female form.

67% off Mavic Cosmic's Pro Wind Jacket
WAS £170.00 | NOW £56.49

Mavic's Cosmic Pro Wind Jacket apparently offers the "ultimate combination of wind protection, light weight, high breathability and insulation."

That makes it sound like the perfect early winter jacket, and at a 67% discount the whole deal sounds a bit too good to be true.

Of course, there's a catch, but perhaps it's one you can live with. Our man Martin Cox said the Cosmic Pro Wind Jersey left him "feeling clammy." That's less of an issue with a jacket as it is with a jersey - what with the extra bit of room for air to move around, but it's something to bear in mind and perhaps justifies this enormous discount.

- Read more: road.cc's Mavic Cosmis Pro Wind Jacket review 

43% off Mavic's Women's Cloud Jacket
WAS £67.50 | NOW £38.49

So, we're on a bit of doom and gloom, the-weather's-getting-worse theme here in today's DealCatcher. But given the history this country has with unreliable autumns, we reckon it's a safe bet you'll find use for these cool weather bits of kit before we hit mid-October.

This is Mavic's Cloud Jacket and it's "highly resistant" to wind and rain showers. Perfect for those gusty late September/early October rides.

40% off Polaris's Venom Strike Jersey
WAS £52.99 | NOW £31.99

Finally, Polaris's Venom Strike Jersey rounds off the day's deals.

The jersey is made using Polaris's Cooldry fast wicking fabric that offers excellent breathability and comfort.

Our man Liam Glen reviewed the mid-weight long sleeved Venom jersey a couple of years ago and had loads of great things to say about it.

So rest assured, you're in quality hands here.

- Read more: road.cc's Polaris Venom Jersey review