Big toolkit was in wester hailes on thurs. looked better than the small one which had light bulbs and other detritus. Bought chain cleaner, till person said to keep receipt, I asked why, was it going to break?
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Posted 12 years ago #
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I can confirm that the small bike repair kit is completely naff. It looked like it contained two magic chain links, it doesn't. The allen key set may be useful but not stowable. Two lightbulbs not sure that I even use one...assorted nuts, bolts, valve cover (schrader), presta valve replacement bits (not sure how you get these on or replace them). The box might be handy as might the brake and derailleur cables that's about it. The underseat bag with bits is far better value...
Posted 12 years ago # -
? If anyone can effect a repair to their bike using a lightbulb I will be MOST impressed!
Posted 12 years ago # -
Well, if your light has burnt out…
Normal torch bulbs don't work well in generator lights. I don't know if it's because of over voltage or frequent on/off cycles.
LEDs are better.
Posted 12 years ago # -
Maybe they are bulbs for halogen lamps? It is a German company, and most city bikes in Germany/Europe seem to have dynamp lamps...
Not much use in blinky LED battery light land, ie. the UK.
Posted 12 years ago # -
When I were a nipper the standard lights for bikes were Ever Ready big whoppers that had a front fork mounting, the bulbs look like they would fit them. Or as Crowriver suggests perhaps for a dynamo light, and I don't think they are halogen...I forgot to mention a box spanner, and a tube of glue, the patches are utterly c**p and I suspect you would be very hard pressed to effect a puncture repair with them, I could be wrong...I will get back to to you if I ever get around to using them, and let you know. So for £4.49 you get a workable spanner, tube of glue, cables, allen keys, assorted nuts and bolts...that is not really value for money I don't think.
Posted 12 years ago # -
Wore the green windproof jacket yesterday, and quite happy with it so far. Keeps a bit of light rain off too, with a reasonable level of water resistance. The hood has tendency to blow about on occasion: suppose I could tuck it under the back collar if need be. Would be handy though in a cold wind or sudden rain shower.
Posted 12 years ago # -
Next Thursday (21.3.13)
http://www.lidl.co.uk/cps/rde/SID-2A5544DD-EFF1FB6F/www_lidl_uk/hs.xsl/our-offers-2491.htm?id=16
Posted 11 years ago # -
Has anyone used their bike hoist?
Posted 11 years ago # -
Oh good, I feel a trip to Lidl is in order next week!
Posted 11 years ago # -
Gilet, helmet and socks for me
Posted 11 years ago # -
Yeah, I like the look of the gilet, the base layers, maybe some socks and a red jersey if there's any left... ("interesting" jersey design...)
Posted 11 years ago # -
The jersey is quite like Spider-Man's. I am saving jersey pennies for Mr Wilmington Cow's amazing citycycling jerseys as modelled of the PY threads
Posted 11 years ago # -
I bought a gilet from Lidl previously and this one looks to be better. Mine is a bit too "contrasty" for temperature - the main panels are thick but the back is all mesh and lets too much heat out. I find it more handy as an extra layer for cold days, under a jacket. I went ton to buy a proper foldable gilet Louis Garneau from Evans.
@SRD, I haven't used them, but I did buy a couple of hoists before. These look to be the same ones (branded "Powerfix") and seem substantial enough. I've kept them in reserve for if/when I decide I need them, since they were so cheap.
I find Lidl's jerseys are usually pretty reasonable, though not technical, but I'm not so keen on the short-sleeve ones always seeming to have a loose - rather than elasticated - hem on the sleeves. If you don't have Chris Hoy's muscles or disproportionately chubby upper arms, they will feel wrong as a true road jersey. The construction is otherwise good with a nice long tail. You may want to size down.
I bought a seatpack toolkit before too, not for the tools (which I would only use as a lat reosrt) but because the seatpack is nice and slim for a road bike saddle but hold a fair bit. It's also got a Nifko-type quick release which has proved sturdy. My only niggle was the zip pull jangles as you ride, so I wrapped a small piece of twist tie around it to stop the noise.
I've heard the grips are actually pretty good so may take a look at those for my hardtail which has grips too thin for my less-padded cold weather gloves.
In short, don't expect the world and you'll be ok with most of Lidl's gear. Experience will tell you what to avoid (tools especially).
Posted 11 years ago # -
Yeah, I find their stuff is good for the price. Got some bib longs from them and they are great. Maybe not quite up to the spec of the big brands, but then they cost a lot less.
Posted 11 years ago # -
I like the idea of a "Wind-repellent" gilet, would have been very useful this morning
Posted 11 years ago # -
I bought the Heart Rate Monitor as my gps does not have one, though I think spanding ~20 extra might have given me the eTrex30 instead of the eTrex20. Its not bad, a bit bulky but appear to work fine.
Posted 11 years ago # -
From the base layer cycling shorts feature list:
- 1. Thigh insulation
- 2. Side stretch zone for freedom of movement
- 3. Thigh ventilation zone
- 4. Abdominal moisture control zone
- 5. Rear ventilation zoneThigh insulation and thigh ventilation?
Posted 11 years ago # -
I personally wouldn't be seen dead in any form of base layer that didn't have a kidney warmer or a moisture control zone. Another thing is that not enough cycling gear comes with side stretch zones for freedom of movement....... hopefully lidl gear can step up to the plate on this!!
Posted 11 years ago # -
Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit.
Posted 11 years ago # -
Hey I never joke when it comes to moisture control.
Posted 11 years ago # -
I wonder what the "rear ventilation zone" is for?
Posted 11 years ago # -
Today
Posted 11 years ago # -
can anyone report back on bike hoist quality?
Posted 11 years ago # -
o_0: "can anyone report back on bike hoist quality?"
No but ever since my kids discovered that it's pronounced Leedle they have been determined to mispronounce everything that's sold there so that's probably a beekay hoe-ist.
Posted 11 years ago # -
I hope to make a foraging expedition this evening. Will report back later.
Posted 11 years ago # -
@o_0
"can anyone report back on bike hoist quality?" (forgot the quotation markup doesn't work).
I mention them ten posts above yours, though I haven't used them yet.
Posted 11 years ago # -
Err... I thought Cyclingmollie was Tom????
Yours,
Confussed of Fife.
Posted 11 years ago # -
Never mind that. An end to moist abdomens among Edinburgh cyclists is in sight and you are going on about rotational name-changing? Pfft. You cyclists are always complaining. :-P
Posted 11 years ago # -
Picked up a couple of jerseys (last two mediums at Dalry, sorry!), a baselayer top to match the one I already have, and the handlebar grips.
I wish the jerseys were available in a small size as they are value for the money paid (£6.99), just a slightly relaxed fit for me as always.
The baselayer is decent enough for pottering around town in the cold weather when you need extra insulation but it's not exactly breathable and you need to watch you don't have any perspiration on your back cooling you down too much. For casual riding,fine, but not for energetic riding.
The grips are more solid than I was expecting, not much in the way of padding, but they do have a wide support area for the carpal area which is vulnerable for cyclists, so I'll see how they do with my thinly-padded winter gloves.
Posted 11 years ago #
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