10 minutes ago, CharlieH said:

I bought the shorts on Lazada for 300 and the full suit for 590

Lazada can be a great resource for bike stuff but all too often the vendors charge exorbitant prices.  I found the best deals are on AliExpress.  SOme ofd the stuff I've bought on AliExpress are of amazing quality and at prices where you think they might have made a typo or are trying to scam you with fake pictures, but not once have I been scammed.  I've received a few purchases that turned out to be disappointing but AliExpress (not to mention Lazada) have very effective and trouble-free return policies...so I always check AliExpress before buying anything on Lazada.  If I need it quick, I'll tend to buy from Lazada, but if I want the best price, it's usually AliExpress (and they actually ship pretty quickly IMO)

On 12/20/2020 at 12:36 AM, hotchilli said:

As you say a god deal for 6,000, struck lucky.

Shimano for sure but not sure about the 105 model.

will add pics so you might know what they are.

I will look into the MTB clips/shoes soon in the new year, I know they are advantageous and will go that way for sure.

The local 5 minute shop run is done on an old classic with a basket on the front so no need for the adapters.

Thanks again for all the info, much appreciated.

 

I also would suggest that you need a new chain.  It has a lot of rust on it and is probably stretched which will make changing gears a little rough.  You have a nice compact 50/34 front chainring.  Not sure what the range of cogs are on the cassette.  In one photo they look like a very tight grouping and in the other they look to have a wider gearing.  I would also suggest replacing the rear cassette as it looks quite worn.  It appears to be an 8-speed cassette so I would also ask the mechanic if a cassette with a wider range would be feasible with your rear derailleur.  It would be nice to have a 28 or 30 tooth cog on there just in case you encounter some short but steep hills.   

On 12/20/2020 at 1:42 PM, WaveHunter said:

LOL ????... Part of the game if you wanna be comfortable on long rides.  I've never been a big fan of traditional lycra cycling shorts cuz the padding in the seat always feels too bulky but I recently switched to triathlon shorts and they are way better, with minimal padding down there.  The brand is Champion-System, and they are great ????

 

 

 

 

This discussion about cycling clothing reminded me of Pattaya's most famous cyclist.

1 hour ago, chickenslegs said:

This discussion about cycling clothing reminded me of Pattaya's most famous cyclist.

That's quite awhile ago now but I remember when he was the sight to be seen.

On 1/3/2021 at 10:27 PM, Hanuman2547 said:

I also would suggest that you need a new chain.  It has a lot of rust on it and is probably stretched which will make changing gears a little rough.  You have a nice compact 50/34 front chainring.  Not sure what the range of cogs are on the cassette.  In one photo they look like a very tight grouping and in the other they look to have a wider gearing.  I would also suggest replacing the rear cassette as it looks quite worn.  It appears to be an 8-speed cassette so I would also ask the mechanic if a cassette with a wider range would be feasible with your rear derailleur.  It would be nice to have a 28 or 30 tooth cog on there just in case you encounter some short but steep hills.   

Thanks for the advice, the chain as you say has a discolouration, it is not however rusty or worn as you say, it has been well maintained... the rear cassette has 8 speeds-combined with 2 on the front means I have 16 to play with, more than enough for my needs. As for gear changing I can assure you it is as smooth as silk.