Where might you get cheap cycling clothes in Melbourne?



bubelrocks

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I'm just getting back into cycling after a few years & all I have is a pair of unlined knicks two sizes too small for me (hang the bay window over the top!). I'm on a tight budget & would like to get some cheap cycling clothes. I'm especially curious as to whether cheap synthetic shirts made for other sporting & work applications can perform the same "wicking" function as the fabulously expensive cycling shirts I see at bike shops. By the way, how tight do shirts have to be to effectively "wick"?

I actually live in Daylesford, so Melbourne, Ballarat or Bendigo shops can all be accessed. Any other financially challenged cyclists out there who can share their fashion secrets? Any tips that can save money in the clothing area would be appreciated. :)
 
bubelrocks said:
I'm just getting back into cycling after a few years & all I have is a pair of unlined knicks two sizes too small for me (hang the bay window over the top!). I'm on a tight budget & would like to get some cheap cycling clothes. I'm especially curious as to whether cheap synthetic shirts made for other sporting & work applications can perform the same "wicking" function as the fabulously expensive cycling shirts I see at bike shops. By the way, how tight do shirts have to be to effectively "wick"?

I actually live in Daylesford, so Melbourne, Ballarat or Bendigo shops can all be accessed. Any other financially challenged cyclists out there who can share their fashion secrets? Any tips that can save money in the clothing area would be appreciated. :)
try this...

in Elwood, melbourne

http://www.unoclothing.com/shops.html
 
"bubelrocks" <[email protected]
> I'm just getting back into cycling after a few years & all I have is a
> pair of unlined knicks two sizes too small for me (hang the bay window
> over the top!). I'm on a tight budget & would like to get some _cheap_
> cycling clothes. I'm especially curious as to whether cheap synthetic
> shirts made for other sporting & work applications can perform the same
> "wicking" function as the fabulously expensive cycling shirts I see at
> bike shops. By the way, how tight do shirts have to be to effectively
> "wick"?
>
> I actually live in Daylesford, so Melbourne, Ballarat or Bendigo shops
> can all be accessed. Any other financially challenged cyclists out
> there who can share their fashion secrets? Any tips that can save money
> in the clothing area would be appreciated. :)


Netti always seem cheaper than the funky import brands.
Cannibal second to them. You could always ride in a
t-shirt like moi (stole those three characters from FD).
Use knicks, etc. are an option - try ebay.com.au.

hth
hippy
 
bubelrocks said:
I'm just getting back into cycling after a few years & all I have is a pair of unlined knicks two sizes too small for me (hang the bay window over the top!). I'm on a tight budget & would like to get some cheap cycling clothes. I'm especially curious as to whether cheap synthetic shirts made for other sporting & work applications can perform the same "wicking" function as the fabulously expensive cycling shirts I see at bike shops. By the way, how tight do shirts have to be to effectively "wick"?

I actually live in Daylesford, so Melbourne, Ballarat or Bendigo shops can all be accessed. Any other financially challenged cyclists out there who can share their fashion secrets? Any tips that can save money in the clothing area would be appreciated. :)
Ebay' s useful.
Most online bike shops are cheaper than their 'real' LBS equivalents - fewer overheads.
 
bubelrocks wrote in message ...
>
>I'm just getting back into cycling after a few years & all I have is a
>pair of unlined knicks two sizes too small for me (hang the bay window
>over the top!). I'm on a tight budget & would like to get some _cheap_
>cycling clothes. I'm especially curious as to whether cheap synthetic
>shirts made for other sporting & work applications can perform the same
>"wicking" function as the fabulously expensive cycling shirts I see at
>bike shops. By the way, how tight do shirts have to be to effectively
>"wick"?
>

Giramondo's factory outlet in Fawkner is reasonably cheap, cash only - no
credit cards - last time I was there. I'd call first to see when they are
open etc.
http://www.giramondo.com.au/
Giramondo Sportswear
Fctry 5 6 Leo St
Fawkner
VIC, 3060
Ph: (03) 9359 2155
 
"hippy" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> "bubelrocks" <[email protected]
> > I'm just getting back into cycling after a few years & all I have is a
> > pair of unlined knicks two sizes too small for me (hang the bay window
> > over the top!). I'm on a tight budget & would like to get some _cheap_
> > cycling clothes. I'm especially curious as to whether cheap synthetic
> > shirts made for other sporting & work applications can perform the same
> > "wicking" function as the fabulously expensive cycling shirts I see at
> > bike shops. By the way, how tight do shirts have to be to effectively
> > "wick"?
> >
> > I actually live in Daylesford, so Melbourne, Ballarat or Bendigo shops
> > can all be accessed. Any other financially challenged cyclists out
> > there who can share their fashion secrets? Any tips that can save money
> > in the clothing area would be appreciated. :)

>
> Netti always seem cheaper than the funky import brands.
> Cannibal second to them. You could always ride in a
> t-shirt like moi (stole those three characters from FD).
> Use knicks, etc. are an option - try ebay.com.au.
>
> hth
> hippy


Check out Uno clothing in Elwood- www.unoclothing.com. They have there own
brand of clothing that is very good value for money, and looks quite nice in
Orange and Black. They also keep some euro brand team clothing at what seems
to be much cheaper prices than most bike shops. Otherwise Ebay is OK, but be
very careful as euro manufacturers seems to have some funky ideas on sizing
their clothing,

Sasha
 
Sasha said:
Check out Uno clothing in Elwood- www.unoclothing.com. They have there own
brand of clothing that is very good value for money, and looks quite nice in
Orange and Black. They also keep some euro brand team clothing at what seems to be much cheaper prices than most bike shops. Otherwise Ebay is OK, but be very careful as euro manufacturers seems to have some funky ideas on sizing their clothing,

Sasha

You really should see someone about that orange-addiction you have, Sash! :D

You comin on a BR soon? the one you intended on coming to was when Gags slept so couldnt meet you at the arranged place.
 
flyingdutch said:
You really should see someone about that orange-addiction you have, Sash! :D

You comin on a BR soon? the one you intended on coming to was when Gags slept so couldnt meet you at the arranged place.

Nothing wrong with being addicted to orange. That's what I keep telling myself, anyway. Just what I needed though...knicks for $50 instead of $70. I like the look of the 8 panel ones from uno. Has anyone tried those?
 
Resound said:
Nothing wrong with being addicted to orange. That's what I keep telling myself, anyway. Just what I needed though...knicks for $50 instead of $70. I like the look of the 8 panel ones from uno. Has anyone tried those?

Hey Im dutch!!! Cut me in half and watch me bleed orange :D :D :D

Just got back from a ride to UNO and picked up a pair of teh aforementioned 8panels and shortlength bibs.
IN BRIGHT ORANGE!!!!
y'all better be wearin shades on BR's people :p
 
flyingdutch said:
Hey Im dutch!!! Cut me in half and watch me bleed orange :D :D :D

Just got back from a ride to UNO and picked up a pair of teh aforementioned 8panels and shortlength bibs.
IN BRIGHT ORANGE!!!!
y'all better be wearin shades on BR's people :p

So do we get a comfort report?
 
Resound said:
So do we get a comfort report?

Well, they were quite comfortable in my jersey pocket on the way home. does that count? :D

Shall give em a thorough 'testing' tomorrow...
 
flyingdutch said:
Well, they were quite comfortable in my jersey pocket on the way home. does that count? :D

Shall give em a thorough 'testing' tomorrow...

I dropped in there are got some myself. $30 knicks are worth experimenting. I like the team Uno jerseys too, but I suspect I'd look ridiculous.