Aldi Cycling gear…

Some of their stuff is really
Some of their stuff is really good. Some not so much. I’ve had 2 base layers from there that have lasted 2 years used every day in winter for commuting and still going strong. Summer gloves at £3 a pair are a steal. You can buy 10 pairs for the price of an average pair of gloves and you’ll have a few years worth. Winter gloves were good as well but the lobster gloves not so much. The lining wasn’t stitched to the inside of the glove properly so your hands slide around the bars.
I got one of their 2-bike storage stands which is brilliant and also a work stand which again at £20 was a bargain.
The lights were ok. Really bright and USB chargeable but they don’t last long between charges. I got a full winter season out of a £10 light which I was happy with.

If you choose carefully,

If you choose carefully, certainly some of their stuff can be really good.

I was just remarking this weekend how much I like the jersey I bought about 18 months ago.  I bought it for the winter, and find it keeps me warm without many other layers, down to (or below) zero, yet I was also wearing it this last weekend when the temperature was in the mid-teens and was really comfortable, despite being warm.  Absolutely can’t fault it – possibly my favourite piece of kit (and it fits nicely at size L despite me being a S or M in regular clothes(t-shirts))

Have had good results with other kit I have bought:

* Wind stopping warm jacket/shell (not waterproof).  Can be a bit too hot unless it is a really cold day

* Waterproof hi-viz shell.  A bit non-breathable, but works fine.  I cycled 40 miles in the pouring rain on a summer’s day wearing it and ended up having it mostly unzipped, which somewhat defeated the purpose…  But can’t expect great breathability at that price

* Waterproof socks.  Very comfy, but I have not thoroughly tested them (on days that threaten to be wet, I wear water-resisting shoe covers, and in any case, it has been pretty dry the last few months)

* Lobster gloves.  Have been excellent.  I absolutely love these (although not really waterproof if it is pouring with rain)

Actually, looking back over the above, I’ve not had any disasters with my Aldi kit, but I do look very carefully at the kit before I buy it.  I’ve not felt confident enough about their bibs, tights, shorts or shoes to buy any of those.

If anyone is looking for a good value helmet, Planet X were doing some big discounts on some of their Carnac helmets over the last few days (think the offers come to a close very soon if not closed already).  Just bought a Notus aero helmet reduced £80 –> £20 and a Podium SL helmet £50 –> £18.  Both arrived yesterday and quality seems great.

CygnusX1 wrote:

CygnusX1 wrote:

JimD666 wrote:

turboprannet wrote:

alansmurphy wrote:

When’s their next bike event?

 

this Sunday I think

I believe so

Nothing on their website yet if it is. Wonder if its a load of Vulpine gear at knock down prices?

My info came from http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/aldi-cheap-cycling-gear-43912/

Includes a full price list at the bottom of the article

LastBoyScout wrote:

 

Once bought a pump which was rubbish and so returned.

Forgot about the pump! Mine blew its top off and nearly took my face off! The top appeared to be held on with a thin smearing of araldite or whatever. DO NOT BUY!!

I’ve got one of their

I’ve got one of their performance softshell jackets from about 5 years ago which is my winter commuting staple and perfect fit on me – only niggles are it’s not very breathable and the spandex inserts on the forearms can make your hands a bit cold. Wish I’d also bought the neon yellow one, as well as the electric blue I’ve got. Newer version wasn’t such a good fit on me, as much bigger in the torso and current version is only in black!

Socks are brilliant.

Also handy for picking up Muc-Off stuff and the 3M reflective spoke straws are good for commuting.

Once bought a pump which was rubbish and so returned.

Their merino mix socks are

Their merino mix socks are excellent.

alansmurphy wrote:

When’s their next bike event?

this Sunday I think