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Non-cycling specific stuff you use?

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  • December 9, 2010 at 9:54 am #12925
    Super Domestique

    Anyone use something non-cycling specific either in the workshop or as on bike clothing, etc that really works?

    Just got some new gloves that are not ‘bike’ clothing but I reckon would work pretty well in the current weather.

    Also was given the tip by a lbs to pop a bit of mr.sheen on my clipless pedals to help the release.

    Anyone else have anything like that to add?

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  • December 15, 2010 at 1:52 am #639405
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    Fish_n_Chips

    Car shampoo
    Car shampoo

    December 14, 2010 at 9:49 pm #639403
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    rodsquad

    I’ve noticed in a lot of
    I’ve noticed in a lot of cycling shops you can get reflective vests for around £15-20. If you pop down to your local hardware store you can pick up a workman’s reflective vest for under a fiver. It also gives a little more insulation in these cold winter commutes.

    Having to undo laces or straps with numb fingers is a pain in the rear end. So I swear by Vans slip-on trainers with Sealskin waterproof socks for commuting. Simple and seriously effective.

    December 11, 2010 at 8:35 am #639401
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    RuthF28

    I used to do a lot of
    I used to do a lot of long-distance walking so use that gear when cycling – wickable tops, Karrimor tights, Mountain Equipment fleece, and so on. In this weather I’ve been cycling in my (lightweight) walking boots – they’ve far better grip on ice and snow than my cycling shoes and they’re warmer around the ankle. I’ll also use my cycling gear when I go running, especially my hi-vis shirt and arm warmers. And my Buff gets worn whatever I do!

    December 10, 2010 at 10:16 pm #639399
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    The _Kaner

    I love my Buff (Saltire-
    I love my Buff (Saltire- FREEEEEEEEDOM!)
    …as yet though, even though it’s been arctic conditions, I’ve still to wear it Ninja fashion…but bandit/bankrobber stylee has been keeping the worst of the weather out… 😉

    December 10, 2010 at 9:26 pm #639397
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    PJ McNally

    My old 1990’s headband! fits
    My old 1990’s headband! fits under a helmet snugly and keeps the ears warm.

    December 10, 2010 at 5:33 pm #639395
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    Blackhound

    My mate uses some tool for a
    My mate uses some tool for a late ’60’s Cortina for fitting headsets…..

    December 10, 2010 at 5:12 pm #639393
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    Oli Pendrey

    I’m using a Nike Windrunner
    I’m using a Nike Windrunner jacket as my top layer for my commute at the mo, it’s essentially a running/fashion* jacket but it’s really lightweight, does a great job of keeping the wind out and is showerproof too.

    *debatable

    December 9, 2010 at 4:01 pm #639391
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    Old Cranky

    I use some cheap ski-targeted
    I use some cheap ski-targeted base layers with roll neck tops during the winter.

    December 9, 2010 at 2:47 pm #639389
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    Jon Burrage

    I use some Salomon XA PRO 3D
    I use some Salomon XA PRO 3D GTX trainers on the bike when zipping round town at the mo – windproof, waterproof and toasty.

    December 9, 2010 at 1:05 pm #639387
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    Jonty79

    I picked up some thermal base
    I picked up some thermal base layer long sleeve tops and leggings from Sport Direct. They cost £7 – £8 each compared to the £20 – £30 plus you’d pay for an equivalent product aimed specifically for cyclists.

    December 9, 2010 at 12:43 pm #639385
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    DaveP

    Rohan base layer… Long
    Rohan base layer… Long backed & armed and v-toasty. 🙂

    December 9, 2010 at 12:13 pm #639383
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    Super Domestique

    The gloves I got are North
    The gloves I got are North Face Pamir windstopper’s btw.

    December 9, 2010 at 11:22 am #639381
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    dave atkinson

    I’ve got a Lowe Alpine
    I’ve got a Lowe Alpine powerstretch fleece that’s fantastic as an extra layer for the cold snaps. It’s really for skiing but I don’t get to do much of that…

    i’ll have to try mr sheening up my pedals 🙂

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