Merlin Black Friday takeover — HUGE 43% off Ultegra Di2 groupset, half price pedals PLUS Castelli Perfetto jacket, Fizik, Kask, 4iiii deals + more

It’s Friday, Black Friday, and it’s a Merlin Takeover Friday, so a triple whammy if you will! Merlin have sourced an exciting selection of offers this week, including more great Shimano deals and huge discounts on winter clothing, accessories, power meters and much more. 

If you're serious about your training, then 4iiii's Precision power meter for just £225 is very tempting. It also scored an impressive 9/10 in its full road.cc review and picked up a road.cc Recommends badge. 

Looking for the perfect winter jacket? Merlin have the Castelli Perfetto RoS 2 cycling Jacket for just £135 right now, and you can even match it with a Kask Mojito helmet, on offer at £75 if you’re quick.

How about the perfect set of winter tyres for your road bike? There’s 20% off Continental's super tough GatorSkins this week. And while you’re treating your bike to new treads, how about a new saddle Fizik Tempo Argo R5 saddle with a whopping 51% off? Finally, we have Ravemen’s FR160 daytime safety light with 29% off, a very smart choice for gloomy winter rides.

Enough waffle, let’s get straight to the deals from the folks at Merlin...

Castelli Perfetto RoS 2 Convertible Cycling Jacket AW22: now down to £135 with 51% off

This Castelli Perfetto RoS Convertible cycling jacket delivers unbeatable dry weather comfort, and keeps you protected when the heavens open. We reviewed the LS version last year, awarding it a 9/10 and a road.cc recommends award in the process! You can read the review in full here but this convertible version is likely to be just as good. 

Each arm is zipped just above the elbows, making this two garments in one. The zippers aren’t visible or felt when worn either. 

The new Gore-Tex Infinium fabrics utilised in the Perfetto RoS Long Sleeve are the result of a dedicated collaboration between Castelli’s R & D team and Gore. This second release of the Perfetto has also been improved, with an extra pocket for added storage, better reflectivity at the back, a two-way zip for better temperature control, a roomier yet still race-ready fit and improved placement of the taped shoulder seams for better rain protection.

Buy one now and save 51%

Kask Mojito 3 road helmet, from just £75 with 46% off

Ride in pure comfort and reap the sweat-wicking benefits of Blue Tech padding. Stay cool with an optimised ventilation system, designed to increase airflow. Top it off with an iconic tail, signature front lines and classic rounded lower shell.

Designed using the Kask-exclusive ergonomic Octo Fit retention system and premium Blue Tech helmet padding, the Mojito offers the rider precise fit and comfort whilst weighing just 230g. Safer than ever, the Mojito 3 passes the KASK WG11 test and surpasses European safety standards by 48%, providing a significant improvement in front, rear and top impacts over its predecessor.

We reviewed the Mojito 3 in 2020, with our reviewer saying: “The Mojito is a really well-made helmet with a quality feel. The padding is plush, the straps are very comfortable and the retention system is secure and highly adjustable"

Buy one now for 46% off

Continental GatorSkin 700c folding road tyre, from just £39.99

Everyone’s favourite training tyre and the only tyre you will ever need, with the weight and performance of a summer race tyre matched with durability for the toughest of winters and the worst of roads.

Features:
The most popular road tyre in the UK
Duraskin cut-resistant layer from bead to bead
Quality German made natural rubber tread
Praised by both the press and thousands of satisfied users
Weight: 220g(23c), 250g(25c)
Max: 120psi
Bead: Folding
Puncture Protection: Poly X Breaker
TPI: 180 

If puncture protection is what you're after, GatorSkins are the perfect tyres. Available in 700 x 23, 25, 28 and 32mm with prices from £39.99 to £40.99. 

Buy a set now and take 20% off

Ravemen FR160 PRO USB-rechargeable front light, now just £31.99

Designed specifically for use with computer mounts, the Ravemen Pro FR160 has been specifically designed to be stronger than the standard FR160 front light. The Pro version features an aluminium mounting tab that provides even more reassurance when using more expensive devices. 

With the high-efficiency COB LEDs (maximum of 160 lumens) and the special design of the eye-catching warning flashing mode, it increases your visibility significantly in daylight hours. The light is compact and compatible with Garmin and Wahoo computer mounts and works with Garmin, Wahoo, and Bryton computers. It's IPX6 heavy rain resistant and has a USB-C charging port.

Buy one now with 29% off

Shimano Ultegra R8170 Di2 Disc groupset: save 43%, now down to £1,374.95

If you fancy more bling, better shifting, and braking performance than 105, Merlin has got the perfect all-round racer's dream groupset. The Ultegra R8170 Di2 Disc groupset is now on offer with 43% off the recommended retail price. 

Ultegra is most definitely the sweet spot in terms of performance and value for money. When we reviewed it last year it scored a perfect 10! Highlights were: amazing shift quality, better rotor-to-pad clearance, and app integration for the user.

Specification:

• Chainset: R8100 in limited sizes and specs
• Bottom Bracket: RS500 Press-Fit Bottom Bracket included. Options from £5 extra
• Cassette: R8100 - 12 Speed - Silver / 11-30 / 12 Speed or 11-34.
• Chain: M8100 XT/Ultegra 12 Speed with quick link Silver / 12 Speed / 116L
• Rear Derailleur: R8150 Di2 Rear Derailleur
• Front Derailleur: R8150 Di2 Front Derailleur
• Brakes:  R8170 Di2 Hydraulic Disc STI Levers & R8170 Flat Mount Disc Calipers
• Di2 Battery, Charger Cable & Di2 Cables Options
• Rotors not included

Buy the groupset now and save 43%

Shimano Ultegra R8000 SPD-SL road pedals, now just £78.99 - that’s a HUGE 51% off!

If you're looking for some of the best performance pedals, then look no further than Ultegra R8000 SPD-SL pedals. They're a small step down from Dura-Ace in refinement, but give away almost nothing in function. They come with Shimano's yellow cleats that give six degrees of float, and like Dura-Ace they're available with 4mm longer axles. 

In terms of features, value and durability, these are the sweet-spot pedals in Shimano's SPD-SL line up.

Features:

• Lightweight carbon-composite body
• Extra-wide platform for a more efficient transfer of power
• Durable stainless steel body plate reduces flex and pedal body wear
• Adjustable entry and release tension settings
• 4 mm longer axle available
• Open design allows for easy access and cleat adjustment
• Low maintenance sealed cartridge axle unit
• Stack height 15.8mm
• road clearance 33° 
• Weight: 248g per pair

(Three types of shoe cleats available: fixed, 3 degrees of float in each direction, or 3 degrees of float from a font-centre pivot)

Buy a pair now and take 51% off

Shimano 105 CS-R7000 11-speed cassette from only £32.99

The 105 HG700 11-speed cassette offers great value for money. Featuring an aluminium spider arm, nickel-plated steel cogs and a steel lockring, this Shimano cassette provides exceptional longevity. 

Features:
Fits HG 11 Speed road freehubs
Aluminium spider arm
Nickel plated steel cogs
Steel lockring
Available in the following versions and prices:
12-25T - £37.99
11-28T - £37.99
11-30T - £37.99
11-32T - £32.99
11-34T - £39.99

Buy one now and save up to 40%

4iiii Precision 3.0+ 105 R7000 power meter, now down to just £225!

Our review verdict says all you need to know about this power meter: “Still accurate and still a brilliant way to add power measuring to your bike for a sensible amount of money”... and that was written about the full price crank arm at £325. Now you can add power measurement for nearly a full third off that price. 

You can read the full review here, and here’s a summary: “The 4iiii Precision 3 Power Meter is accurate and easy to live with. A longer battery life than previous models means fewer battery swaps, and the consistent data makes it easy to train with on a daily basis. For UK users this is also the fastest way to get your existing crank converted to power measuring. There's a lot to love.” 

Buy one now and save 31%

Silca Secret Chain Blend Hot Melt Wax - 500g for only £36

The finest chain lube you will ever encounter? The Silca Secret Chain Blend brings the same super speed and silence of Silca’s Super Secret Chain Lube, but in a hot-melt wax-dipped chain version.

Consisting of highly refined laboratory-grade paraffin and a high concentration of three sizes of Tungsten disulfide, the blend not only acts as a lubricant, but also changes the surface of the chain. Filling any crevices of the metal with the highly wear-resistant Tungsten disulfide, the Secret Chain Blend will get faster over time with repeated waxings.

The wax formula has the added benefit of being environmentally friendly and will help extend the chain and drivetrain component lifetime by up to x10.

Features:

• Hot melt wax formula for dipped chains
• Lubricious nano-scale Tungsten disulfide
• Environmentally friendly formula
• 500g / 17.6 oz pouch

Buy a packet now with 25% off

Fizik Tempo Argo R5 S-Alloy Rail road saddle, now just £49 with a huge 51% off

Fizik's Tempo Argo is a short-nosed saddle designed to offer endurance cyclists greater stability and better weight distribution. It has been engineered to deliver a riding feel that suits the balanced geometry of today's all-purpose road machines. The short-nosed design and ergonomic cut-out relieve soft tissue pressure. 

The padding is made from Fizik's Type 2 foam formulation, slightly thicker around the ischial sit bones area to support a more upright riding position. The cushioning is softer and more progressive than the type used on Fizik's racing saddles, providing long-distance comfort. 

Buy this great Fizik saddle and save 51%