So after a 7 year vacation from biking, I've finally decided that I'm financially able to afford some starter stuff, and I've composed a list of everything based on posts here, reviews, etc. I'd like some feedback if I could, as I'm planning on making this purchase in the next day or two. This doesn't include extras like tubes, kits, etc, which I'll get from my LBS.
Anyway, please let me know if I'm forgetting something, or if there are better options. Thanks!
Bike:
Motobecane Vent Noir
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/ventnoir_jan_sale.htm
$699.99
After reading comments from people on this site, I had my bike selection narrowed down to the Vent Noir and the Knight. I'm obviously on a pretty strict budget ($1,000), so BD seemed appealing. I chose the Vent Noir simply because it's much more bike than I've ever had, so I'll hardly notice the upgrades the Knight has, and I can splurge a bit more on accessories.
Shorts:
2XU Compression
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C10100
$93.90
Everyone's stressed to buy a good pair of shorts, and a friend swears by compression, so I figured I'd splurge a bit on these. I haven't heard any negative reviews.
Jersey:
2XU Compression
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C0185
$56.45
Same reasoning as the shorts.
Helmet:
Bell Alchera
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=NP04275
$50.81
Price seemed good, looks well ventilated.
Shoes:
Lake CX105
http://bikeisland.com/cgi-bin/BKTK_STOR20.cgi?Action=Details&ProdID=433
$65.95
These looked like a pretty good deal for shoes that'll work with the Vent Noir pedals. I was thinking of spending another $100 on Sidi shoes at PBK, but they were sold out, and figured it was a sign that I shouldn't spend too much on shoes.
Extras:
Castelli Gloves
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C9867
$32.42
2XU Compression Socks
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C0225
$21.61
Total: $1021.13 - all sites offer free shipping and are tax free.
Anyway, I've convinced my wife to allow me to go $21 over my budget, but I'm sure I could talk her into a bit more if there's something else you all think I need / should change.
Thanks in advance!
Anyway, please let me know if I'm forgetting something, or if there are better options. Thanks!
Bike:
Motobecane Vent Noir
http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/ventnoir_jan_sale.htm
$699.99
After reading comments from people on this site, I had my bike selection narrowed down to the Vent Noir and the Knight. I'm obviously on a pretty strict budget ($1,000), so BD seemed appealing. I chose the Vent Noir simply because it's much more bike than I've ever had, so I'll hardly notice the upgrades the Knight has, and I can splurge a bit more on accessories.
Shorts:
2XU Compression
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C10100
$93.90
Everyone's stressed to buy a good pair of shorts, and a friend swears by compression, so I figured I'd splurge a bit on these. I haven't heard any negative reviews.
Jersey:
2XU Compression
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C0185
$56.45
Same reasoning as the shorts.
Helmet:
Bell Alchera
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=NP04275
$50.81
Price seemed good, looks well ventilated.
Shoes:
Lake CX105
http://bikeisland.com/cgi-bin/BKTK_STOR20.cgi?Action=Details&ProdID=433
$65.95
These looked like a pretty good deal for shoes that'll work with the Vent Noir pedals. I was thinking of spending another $100 on Sidi shoes at PBK, but they were sold out, and figured it was a sign that I shouldn't spend too much on shoes.
Extras:
Castelli Gloves
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C9867
$32.42
2XU Compression Socks
http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=C0225
$21.61
Total: $1021.13 - all sites offer free shipping and are tax free.
Anyway, I've convinced my wife to allow me to go $21 over my budget, but I'm sure I could talk her into a bit more if there's something else you all think I need / should change.
Thanks in advance!