Originally Posted by
NLB32
I'm not sure where to start. Any recommendations? What's a good beginner setup? What do I need to look for? Stay away from? Brands? Any good online shops? Everything my LBS carries is in the $200+ (for shoes) range and I'd love to find something a little less expensive. Shoes + cleats + pedals = ? I'm really pretty clueless...
I have been very pleased with my purchases from Planetx.
Areo Aluminium CNC Minipump
Planet X 700c Lightweight Road Inner
Velox Repair Kit
or
Jobsworth Emergency Mini Tool Kit
You will need some lights too,
front and
back to let others know you are there.
of course you'll need a helmet and some cycling clothing.