What did you buy your ebike this week?

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just this morning i pulled trigger on a dual guard from sicomtb rear guard and a Maxxis dfr2 for the back wheel recovering after a minor opperation at the min so cant ride so thought it was a good time to get the few bits i needed and try get them all fitted before i ride again in a few weeks
 
I’d been getting on fine with the emtb on a Thule TopRide, but after going through 2 sets of BMW roof bars in 3 months, the BMW dealer finally found an issue with one of the mounting bolts welded into the roof structure of the car.

So I stumped up and had a towbar fitted (with a contribution from BMW) and bought an Atera Genio Pro rack. Much easier loading the bike, but..the cost… :cry:
 
Excitement building at Rusty lawns as I wait for the postman, who duly turns up with a tax bill instead of shiny new bike stuff. FML.

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Some new Michelin tyres because apparently me and Maxxis tyres don’t get on and I have a tendency to rip them open!
also a new pump, and some waterproof trousers
 
Now then. I’m the kind of guy that can’t stand bright sunlight. I wear sunglasses when it’s raining. I live in shades all year round. I’ve been after a pair of riding glasses for a long time but haven’t been prepared to splash the cash on the extortionate prices that are asked for

Been down the Screwfix / Toolstation safety glasses route. They’re fine, but steam up when stationary or climbing. Then bought some Melon Optics sunglasses last year as they were on offer and not too bad a price. Great glasses, no good for riding. Steam up when stationary or climbing and plunge me into total darkness within the trees

So, spotted an offer on Stiff’s website, Sweet Protection’s Ronin MAX Rigs for half price. Industry leading lenses according to the marketing blurb. BIXBRITE being the perfect lens type for UK weather. Thought I’d give them a go and part with my money (even at half price they’re still quite an investment compared to the Screwfix options)

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First impressions … Not great. Feel cheap, plasticky frame, rubbery nosepiece which no doubt will slide around when sweaty, but the lenses do seem pretty damn sexy. They do fit well though and provide a clear line of vision in all directions. Haven’t ridden in them yet, just wore them in the garden looking at colours in amazement. Time will tell if I’ve been ripped off, or if I’ve bagged myself a decent set of riding shades for a bargain price
 
Tubby G said:
Now then. I’m the kind of guy that can’t stand bright sunlight. I wear sunglasses when it’s raining. I live in shades all year round. I’ve been after a pair of riding glasses for a long time but haven’t been prepared to splash the cash on the extortionate prices that are asked for

Been down the Screwfix / Toolstation safety glasses route. They’re fine, but steam up when stationary or climbing. Then bought some Melon Optics sunglasses last year as they were on offer and not too bad a price. Great glasses, no good for riding. Steam up when stationary or climbing and plunge me into total darkness within the trees

So, spotted an offer on Stiff’s website, Sweet Protection’s Ronin MAX Rigs for half price. Industry leading lenses according to the marketing blurb. BIXBRITE being the perfect lens type for UK weather. Thought I’d give them a go and part with my money (even at half price they’re still quite an investment compared to the Screwfix options)

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First impressions … Not great. Feel cheap, plasticky frame, rubbery nosepiece which no doubt will slide around when sweaty, but the lenses do seem pretty damn sexy. They do fit well though and provide a clear line of vision in all directions. Haven’t ridden in them yet, just wore them in the garden looking at colours in amazement. Time will tell if I’ve been ripped off, or if I’ve bagged myself a decent set of riding shades for a bargain price
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I'm the same but i've settled for these.
 
Tubby G said:
Now then. I’m the kind of guy that can’t stand bright sunlight. I wear sunglasses when it’s raining. I live in shades all year round. I’ve been after a pair of riding glasses for a long time but haven’t been prepared to splash the cash on the extortionate prices that are asked for

Been down the Screwfix / Toolstation safety glasses route. They’re fine, but steam up when stationary or climbing. Then bought some Melon Optics sunglasses last year as they were on offer and not too bad a price. Great glasses, no good for riding. Steam up when stationary or climbing and plunge me into total darkness within the trees

So, spotted an offer on Stiff’s website, Sweet Protection’s Ronin MAX Rigs for half price. Industry leading lenses according to the marketing blurb. BIXBRITE being the perfect lens type for UK weather. Thought I’d give them a go and part with my money (even at half price they’re still quite an investment compared to the Screwfix options)

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First impressions … Not great. Feel cheap, plasticky frame, rubbery nosepiece which no doubt will slide around when sweaty, but the lenses do seem pretty damn sexy. They do fit well though and provide a clear line of vision in all directions. Haven’t ridden in them yet, just wore them in the garden looking at colours in amazement. Time will tell if I’ve been ripped off, or if I’ve bagged myself a decent set of riding shades for a bargain price
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I wasted so much money on sunglasses, riding glasses etc then started using my snowboarding goggles which were amazing. Not a single steam up and full eye protection. They wore down and a bit bulky so found some lighter, smaller goggles and not looked back since.
These are perfect, not bulky, smaller than my snowboard goggles, very light, adjustable, full eye protection and feel good on, They fit perfectly in my full face and stay in place when lifted under the visor when not needed and never had a steam up.

oh and its a 2 pack one for full face and one for normal helmet so no need to keep swapping over.

COOLOO Ski Goggles, 2-Pack Skiing Snowboard Goggles for Kids Men & Women, Boys & Girls, Youth, Snowboarding Snow Goggles Glasses with Anti Fog Wind Resistance Anti-Glare Lenses & Dust-proof Insulation Amazon.co.uk
 
Slymobi said:
I wasted so much money on sunglasses, riding glasses etc then started using my snowboarding goggles which were amazing. Not a single steam up and full eye protection. They wore down and a bit bulky so found some lighter, smaller goggles and not looked back since.
These are perfect, not bulky, smaller than my snowboard goggles, very light, adjustable, full eye protection and feel good on, They fit perfectly in my full face and stay in place when lifted under the visor when not needed.

oh and its a 2 pack one for full face and one for normal helmet so no need to keep swapping over.

COOLOO Ski Goggles, 2-Pack Skiing Snowboard Goggles for Kids Men & Women, Boys & Girls, Youth, Snowboarding Snow Goggles Glasses with Anti Fog Wind Resistance Anti-Glare Lenses & Dust-proof Insulation Amazon.co.uk
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I’ve got some decent googles too which I bought for when wearing the full face, mainly in winter or at dusk when the skies are full of flies. I’d just feel a bit of a knob wearing them with a half lid, especially if it’s just an XC ride 😬👊🏼
 
Tubby G said:
Damn they look good and a fraction of the price I paid for the Sweet Protection’s

Are they actual 100% glasses or a knock off version ?
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As far as i can tell they're genuine, as everything is made in china. pretty happy with them.
 
After my OEM rear wheel went out of line for the 2nd time in 500 miles along with a few broken spokes Sunday, I shelled out a quart of blood, my left leg, and a bunch of dollars for a set of custom Buli Built wheels. Spank Hex hubs and Stan's hoops, made by the best wheel builder in the region. Should have them in about a week if I'm lucky.
 
BBB Cycling on Amazon.
 
Buy cheap, buy twice is a value worth living by. Except the Decathlon Stilus. That thing is awesome.
 
RustyMTB said:
Buy cheap, buy twice is a value worth living by. Except the Decathlon Stilus. That thing is awesome.
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Riding glasses are soooo expensive though, I really don’t know how they justify their prices

For example, take these POC glasses: POC DO Blade Clarity Sunglasses | Chain Reaction

On sale for £110

As far as I can tell, the lens is the same as what you get with the POC goggles, but you can pick up the goggles for around £40

The frames are simple plastic, so where does the extra £70 over the goggles come from ?

The 100% glasses are around £200, goggles around £60, again same lens (as far as I can tell)

I suspect the profit margin on sunglasses (not just MTB) is huge and we are simply paying for brand name & vanity
 
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Tubby G said:
Riding glasses are soooo expensive though, I really don’t know how they justify their prices

For example, take these POC glasses: POC DO Blade Clarity Sunglasses | Chain Reaction

On sale for £110

As far as I can tell, the lens is the same as what you get with the POC goggles, but you can pick up the goggles for around £40

The frames are simple plastic, so where does the extra £60 over the goggles come from ?

The 100% glasses are around £200, goggles around £60, again same lens (as far as I can tell)

I suspect the profit margin on sunglasses (not just MTB) is huge and we are simply paying for brand name & vanity
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I agree, most branded sun glasses are a total rip off. Profit margins will be insane.
 
More than ten years ago, I bought some Oakley Straightjacket specs with prescription lenses (even more expensive). Brilliant quality lenses, photo-reactive, anti-glare, tinted, range of colours. The nose bits and the socks that fit on the end of the arms are made from some rubbery material that grips even when I'm sweating like a pig. They have never fallen off even when I have hit the ground hard. I replace the lenses when I get a new prescription that is different enough to require change.

Shortly after I first got them, I trod on them, felt the crunch and knew instantly what I'd trodden on. :eek: I was in the French Alps at the time, no chance of repair or replace. I looked down and saw the specs in pieces, aaarrrgghh! But the arms just popped back into place and I've been wearing them ever since.

In addition to being able to replace the lenses, I can buy new socks and nose bits if required.

Buy cheap buy twice was an understatement.

PS: Don't buy them from Oakley, other places can supply them more cheaply, especially if you want to fit prescription lenses.
 
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