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$149.25 Cyclops Road Bike $9 Delivery @ Target

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phamid on 02/01/2013 - 07:22 shop.target.com.au (4319 clicks)
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Found this guy on target's website of all places! Looks to have similar, if not better, parts than a Reid condor bike, but for $100 cheaper.

I'm certainly interested in it, but I already own a road bike these days, I'll inspect one at Target when I have a chance.

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The Cyclops 700C Alloy Road Bicycle features a lightweight alloy frame, 18 Speed Shimano shifting system, Shimano front and rear derailleurs, Double wall alloy rims, Alloy road breaks, Alloy 3 piece crank, 700C smooth ride tyres, Head set, Vader Saddle + KMC chain.

Sports & Outdoors Bicycle Cyclops

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  • 02LyW on 02/01/2013 - 08:15
    +2

    for a beginner, this bike is a lot better than the reid. the components are probably at the lowest end anyway. at least this one is 18 speed as opposed to 12 speed on the reid condor. my wife is a beginner and started with the condor, but the gears don't go low enough for her. so i'd expect the bigger range of gears is already a plus!

    • octagonalman on 02/01/2013 - 08:39

      The position of the shifters might not be so good for a beginner though.

      • Brick50 on 02/01/2013 - 08:42

        FYI, 18 Gears mean 3 on the front and 6 on the bag.

        Any road bike over 1 grand has 10 gears. Its pretty standard.

        • lasertip on 09/01/2013 - 00:46

          A road bike over 1 grand has either 20/22 gears BUT only 2 chain rings (attached to the pedal).

          • Entry level road bikes under a grand have 2x9 gears
          • Standard road bikes usually have 2x10 gears
          • Newer high end models have 2x11 gears
          • Apparently there are 2x12 drivetrains coming soon
        • bargaino on 09/01/2013 - 01:04

          Don't they still make 2x8 and 3x8, e.g. Shimano 2300 ?

      • 02LyW on 02/01/2013 - 18:14

        i completely agree. didn't notice until i had a closer look at the photo

  • Brick50 on 02/01/2013 - 08:40

    I'd reccomend a Cervelo R3SL to postpone it falling apart…

    • seb on 02/01/2013 - 09:15
      +1

      Hmm, I am sure there is a decent bike priced between this ($150) and a Cervelo ($10,000), that will also not fall apart in a hurry.

  • scokim on 02/01/2013 - 09:37

    I've been eyeing the Reid. Can i ask how is this one better than Reid?
    I am clueless when it comes to bikes.

    • phamid on 02/01/2013 - 09:48

      I'm currently riding a Wormwood White Lightning from oo.com.au, but had looked into the Reid one.. Most people steered me away from it due to cheap quality parts.

      http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/82651

      • hoxygt on 02/01/2013 - 10:34

        How have you found the Wormwood?

        • phamid on 02/01/2013 - 11:17
          +1

          Pretty alright. I need to get it serviced though, sounds off when I'm riding.

          Pedals could be better, but no gripes nonetheless.

  • hoxygt on 02/01/2013 - 10:22
    +1

    The drop bars and brake lever position seem very strange on this bike. Almost looks like a track bike, very low aggressive riding position - bargain none the less.

    I'd position it about the same as the Reid Condor except you get less warranty and zero bike shop support from Target!

    • [Deactivated] on 02/01/2013 - 11:28
      +1

      "zero bike shop support" is a great point especially for a beginners bike. Plus it is the nastiest quality brand I know of.

      It is however, bloody cheap.

    • odysseus on 02/01/2013 - 12:09
      +1

      I'd say the bar (and so lever position) can be adjusted.

    • bargaino on 02/01/2013 - 13:37
      +3

      I just assume the Target photographer has no idea how to assemble a bike (or BSO).
      At least the forks are pointing the right way :)

  • Dlite on 02/01/2013 - 10:32

    I expect delivery maybe $49 not $9. As I am sure this falls under the big and bulky category.

    • phamid on 02/01/2013 - 11:15
      +1

      I thought it was $49, but in checkout it's $9! Even the delivery is a bargain! :D

  • dbrent12 on 02/01/2013 - 10:35

    Whoa why gear so zany position

  • shaybisc on 02/01/2013 - 10:38
    +3

    You'd wonder how anybody can make money on these.

    • hoxygt on 02/01/2013 - 17:24
      +2

      I reckon you'd get $40 on the aluminium and SS bits at a scrap place!

  • YoursTruly on 02/01/2013 - 10:57

    Hi guys'

    Been looking for a decent - not so pricey bike to ride

    Would you guys recommend this for a beginner? For someone to use as an alternative method to get to school/ work etc?

  • markis on 02/01/2013 - 10:58

    looks dangerous, think ill stick with my Merida… im sure you can adjust the bars on the stem. but still, you get what you pay for.

  • siuol on 02/01/2013 - 11:29
    +1

    I believe this is a one size fit all frame? If so this might be too tall for us Asian Professional Ozbargainers

    • Wallyt99 on 02/01/2013 - 18:45

      Assumption that ozbargainers are asian much?

  • Wallyt99 on 02/01/2013 - 11:34

    Would be interested to know how heavy it was.

    • cornbeef on 02/01/2013 - 21:54
      +2

      before or after?

  • mikaelkn on 02/01/2013 - 11:58
    +2

    For the "beginners" - depends on how set you are.

    If it's "hobby" that you're going to prolong (beats going to the gym & riding stationary cyles) then spend on something decent. And by decent I mean get a bike with good parts - 1,200 is a good range. You don't need a carbon bike (yet!). But something with a carbon fork and maybe carbon seat post as well. Groupset should be Shimano 105. I started out something cheap (600) and ended up spending a lot on upgrades like new groupsets and wheels.

    In saying that if your intention is to have the bike out once a year then spend something within your projected budget :)

    • Atre on 02/01/2013 - 13:25
      +3

      I don't think so. I ride everywhere and every day on a $300 hybrid. (actually i think it was $450)

    • markis on 02/01/2013 - 14:18

      +1 on anything being better than stationary cycles at the gym.

      I agree, 105 as a starter, or Sora if you rather spend on the frame, bearings etc.

      I've got an old Sora Groupset bike and it gets me through my 100km+ rides with ease.

      but like some have said. buy according to what plans you have for the bike.

      • hoxygt on 02/01/2013 - 17:29
        +4

        I respectfully have another angle. If you think you might get riding then blow $150 on this and see if you like it.

        If you get into then follow the above advice.

        I'm sure many people find the $1k+ statup cost a put off to cycling and while your comments are true I'm sure the $150 Cyclops would cover a few hundred kilometers with ease and by then people know if they want to get serious with their wallet. Put the Cyclops on Gumtree for $50 and it will go in 5 seconds :)

    • Hoju on 03/01/2013 - 08:59
      +1

      I'm inclined to disagree. If you want to start riding, buy second hand from someone who knows bikes.
      I've bought 4 used road bikes on ebay over the past 5 years equipped with Sora, 105s and Campagnolo Veloces, none over $500.
      Never had a problem with any.

      I highly doubt anyone on ozbargain would fork out $1200 on their first bike, it's just not necessary.

  • BR on 02/01/2013 - 12:35

    Can you imagine doing 70-80kph on this thing if it was geared that high.
    I didn't know road bikes still came with the shifters where these are.
    I'm sure whoever bought this with matching green edge kit would be quite the envy
    Of the weekend posers lol.

  • Atre on 02/01/2013 - 13:25
    +1

    This bike looks badass and the price is awesome BUT like people said previously you really need to know the weight and height. Can anyone go into a store and post them?

    • phamid on 02/01/2013 - 14:23

      I'll try my best to go in store and check it out!

  • Brightsbane on 02/01/2013 - 13:52

    The bike in the picture probably hasn't been put together properly. It wouldn't be hard to rotate the bars upward a bit and then take some of the bar tape off and move the brake levers up into a more comfortable position.
    I used to have down tube shifters when I raced as a junior, they're not as ergo as current shifters but they do the job.

  • hoxygt on 02/01/2013 - 17:34

    Good call on moving the brake levers. Bit of a hassle re-taping but jee what fools putting this photo up as their bike!!!

    Also note the gear shifters are on the bottom section of the frame which would be pretty annoying but the old timers would attest that its no big deal. Its the same on the Reid Condor and Aquilla, I don't think you get upper thumb clickers until the Shimano 2300?

  • jhova on 02/01/2013 - 17:44

    anyone had a chance to view the bike in store yet?
    cheers

  • OilyDan on 02/01/2013 - 17:46

    So Target Retail stores should have this bike In-Store?

  • BhanuL on 02/01/2013 - 19:37

    I visited Reid on the weekend in Sydney and passed this place just down the road from them too, called Cell Bike. They had the below bike on sale too, but I don't know if it, the condor (or even osprey) worth it or the above one.

    http://www.cellbikes.com.au/Cell-2013-Apache?sc=21&category=…

    I switched to spin cycle from running about a year back for aerobic fitness and to avoid getting knee/hip problems for the future and now I feel I need to have a bike for the occasional ride to shops/gym, when i get bored etc.

    So damn confusing when you don't have close friends who cycle to let you know what to start off with:(.

    Mind you if its $150 i suppose you can throw it out if you don't like it;)

  • hoxygt on 03/01/2013 - 10:32
    +1

    Looks like the Reid Osprey has them (under 600), Wiggle will send you a Raleigh Airllight 200 for around $700 delivered.

    The Cell Blade also looks to have the SORA shifters :) Looks like the 2012 model ($659) has the thumb shifters which many people like and the 2013 model has the newer paddle style shifters for $699

  • Speckled Jim on 03/01/2013 - 12:58
    +4

    This Cyclops would be great if I was chasing a brand new road framed bike.

    All this fascination with expensive bikes!? When I was a boy…oh I won't bore you.
    You know the resistance adjuster on a stationary bike? I relate cheap bikes to these.

    Advantages of a well set up cheap bike?
    1. Heavier. You work harder (more exertion) so you're better challenged.
    2. More mechanical drag. Because tolerances aren't as fine as a fancy bike. Again, you need a little more effort to achieve the same result.
    3. Cheaper to repair. You're not chasing some exotic brand-name material.
    4. Less attractive to thieving scum.

    • hoxygt on 03/01/2013 - 13:19
      +6

      Couldn't agree more. I'm riding a 3 year old BigW DiamondBack and when I leave it at the train station I leave it there with confidence :)

      • bargaino on 03/01/2013 - 13:56
        +4

        The BigW Diamondback cannot be compared to this. It has a "proper" Shimano road-bike groupset.

        OTOH, if 10-speed and down-tube shifters were good enough for Eddy Merckx, they're good enough for me.
        This bike is probably better than what the majority of Tour de France winners rode.

        Proper sizing and adjustment is more important than how smoothly your gears shift.
        So by all means, start on this, and if you get keen on cycling upgrade later. Too many people start by buying the expensive bike and then it rots in the shed from a few weeks after the new years resolution.

        • BhanuL on 03/01/2013 - 14:45
          +1

          OTOH, if 10-speed and down-tube shifters were good enough for Eddy Merckx

          Damn I never thought of it in this light, many of us newbie bikers think all this technology must have been there for a long time:P

          Too many people start by buying the expensive bike and then it rots in the shed from a few weeks after the new years resolution.

          Yes this is a main worry of mine as well, I do 4xspin(heavy hiit)+4 weights split+1 pilates a week. How much of casual riding can i fit in and still have a semblance of a social life?;)

          Secondly Sydney (north side) is ultra crappy for cyclists, with no bike lanes, dodgy drivers etc, so I wouldnt be confidant riding regular on major roads, so have to be realistic about what I can use this for.

          So I bought this:P If i get into it I will buy an expensive bike later on.

          Appreciate all the advice and info guys!:)

          I will let you know once I pick it up, it wasn't at my local target so I paid and ordered it in.

  • hoxygt on 03/01/2013 - 17:51

    Yeah let us know how it goes, we'd be very interested.

    • BhanuL on 03/01/2013 - 20:58

      Will do:)

  • YoursTruly on 03/01/2013 - 19:15

    I contacted Target customer support regarding availability in brick n mortar store/ sizing/ etc - they say this bike is only available online at the moment (since Nov. 2012) and may be available instore if it becomes a popular sell online.

    As for sizing, the lady on the phone says anyone between 5ft to 6ft will be comfortable with it. What if you are taller, i asked? she claims you can adjust the seat height for that purpose…

    So I went and bought it anyways - will see if my 6ft4 frame will be ok with it ~ otherwise its no biggie - just give it to your dog or something :/

    • bargaino on 03/01/2013 - 19:39

      will see if my 6ft4 frame will be ok with it

      Good luck, but I doubt it will fit well. Try to test-ride a large-frame basic road bike in a bike shop for comparison.
      So many people ride around with their seat too low and unaware. But if they were to raise it, the difference is huge.

      You might need to get a longer seat-post, at the least. But once your seat-to-pedal distance is fixed, the handlebars may be too low for you to use the drops. Better off with a cheap mountain bike and slicks.

      • YoursTruly on 03/01/2013 - 19:57

        Hopefully it will be alright - and will try your suggestion if it doesnt work out…or I can always just return it for a refund.

        My intention with this bike is to gauge if i will get into riding bikes - even if casually - and invest on a serious one later on if i do.

        cheers'

  • n3wb on 10/01/2013 - 04:05

    Well that sucks, just as i go to order one, they bump the price up $50 while i'm at the checkout, even though it still states that it was $149 on the product page, talk about false advertising… :P

  • willow2013 on 10/01/2013 - 21:22
    +1

    Height is great for me 178cm's tall, weight is ridiculously light like i could lift it above my head. But I do not understand the gears. Can someone please supply me with the name of the gears so I can look it up or just explain. Thankyou :)

    • bargaino on 11/01/2013 - 01:11

      But I do not understand the gears.

      You mean the shifters? They are just plain old-fashioned down-tube shifters, as mentioned.
      The gears and deraillieus are just cheap mountain-bike ones.

      • BhanuL on 11/01/2013 - 23:32

        Damn my one still hasnt come into the store, I called them as well and it hasnt got there and its more than a week since ordered:(. Oh well, I will have to test it next weekend.

        This might help you with the gears, although it is no where near the same type of gears.

        http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AeNLTQvFN4

        • willow2013 on 12/01/2013 - 15:15

          Yes thank you I get it now, spent an hour figuring it all out in on the road (fist road bike) and btw took a while to come and i'm in Victoria! 1 week and a half for sure. It will come :D

    • BhanuL on 11/01/2013 - 23:33

      looks like the damn sale is already over

      • hellbound on 12/01/2013 - 01:27

        Yep, bike is now $199 and is marked as big + bulky so its $248 delivered. Oh well

  • Davros on 12/01/2013 - 15:26
    -2

    Dont buy these rubbishy bicycle shaped objects.
    No shortage of quality wanting a new home here for less money .
    http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_nkw=giant+mounta…

  • YoursTruly on 22/01/2013 - 01:28

    Has anyone received their unit yet?

  • lostandfound on 22/01/2013 - 09:25

    still waiting on mine. called target, apparently shipment was delayed by auspost. was meant to be here last monday, tuesday morning now and still nothing. have a tracking number, but its just stated 'lodged' for the past week or so. can only sit and wait i suppose.

  • BhanuL on 25/01/2013 - 06:59

    I got mine yesterday, comes in a huge box. Got to assemble over the weekend and go for a ride.

    • YoursTruly on 28/01/2013 - 21:33

      let us know how you like it' Ive yet to receive mine :(

      • BhanuL on 12/02/2013 - 13:02
        +2

        Man this bike is good, except that the front handlebar is not adjustable, so your in a aggressive posture when you are riding with fingers on the brakes (i am 5 11, but I didn't experience much discomfort, but i have been doing spin for over an year 4 times a week so the posture was not foreign)

        I did a quick 100km+ cycle in it over the weekend and it held up pretty well. The gears could be a bit smoother, excellent to climb on it compared to a mountain bike, especially standing

        i had a lot of trouble maintaining a regular cadence through the ride, but thats more to do with the gears being not well set by me for most of it ( i was setting too low or too high)

        also its got shifters not on the actual handles but on the fork(i think its called the fork)

        its a cheap ass bike, but good to have round the house, i might buy a more expensive one later on if i can make time for more cycling and keep this for unlucky visiting friends who will get forced to go for a ride with me:)

        • YoursTruly on 18/02/2013 - 00:25
          +1

          I agree - This bike is good.

          I too have been riding it over the weekend and it held up alright. I had to get a longer seat post to accommodate myself though - but its alright.

          I see myself investing more in this cycling hobby in the near future :)

        • BhanuL on 21/02/2013 - 22:28

          Yeah road cycling is fun, I just wish the damn roads had more bike lanes. I traveled to Melbourne a few weeks ago and I noticed how many bike lanes they got all over the city itself and even in suburban roads compared to Sydney. Funny how I never really noticed that the last few times i went there hehehe

          I cant see my self doing a commute too much in Sydney, though it is fun to ride around here and there, even dropping in to see friends on the bike instead of driving all the time:)

          There's good bike 'trails' supposedly, but this actually means taking the bike with you, so I have started looking for a bike carrier from cellbikes.

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