Aldi Budget Bargains Back!
Would you believe a merino wool mid-layer top for just £9.99? Yep, it can only mean that Aldi’s super affordable, but not too shabby, outdoor clothing is back for spring :-)
Posted: 31 March 2004
by Jon
It's that springy time of year again and supermarket chain Aldi is
celebrating by offering its range of super affordable walking kit and
accessories in store from Thursday 8 April.
We've tried the Aldi own brand 'Crane Sport' kit in the past and
it's astonishingly good value for money. This season's range is no
exception with a variety of clothing ranging from shorts to boots in
store and, rather improbably, a Merino wool mid-layer top.
We won't list the entire collection here, but the Merino Wool
Midlayer is just £9.99, made from 100 per-cent merino wool and comes in zip- or
crew-neck incarnations. We like merino a lot as an alternative to
synthetics - it's beautifully comfortable, doesn't pong and wicks
well too, so it looks like an absolute bargain.
Also worth a look is the Unisex Outdoors Baselayer at
£
4.99 in a short-sleeved, crew-neck design. It's a lightweight, low
bulk fabric composed of 50 per-cent Coolmax and 50 per-cent micro
polyester. Again, a steal at the price.
There are shorts and zip-off walking trousers with a
water-repellant Scotchguard finish and built-in sun protection -
£
7.99 and £
9.99 respectively plus walking boots, shirts, socks, gilets and a
budget waterproof jacket at £
14.99.
To be honest, we'd steer clear of the boots, but the rest of the
range is incredibly good value for money, and while it's not going to
to be in the same bracket as top-end outdoor brands, if you're on a
tight budget, take a look. Be quick though, based on past experience,
this stuff sells out fast. For your nearest Aldi, see the company
web site or call 08705 134262.
Discuss this story
have bought a pair of walking boots from aldis ,have had them for 2 years now and still going strong,comfortable as well, what i would like to know are the waterproof outdoor coats ,jackets,with hoods attached,waterproof, i bought one just over a year ago (not sure if it was crane though),looked like a waterproof coat similar to the crane ones, wasn't very waterproof,but the ones i see now say they are,can you verify this,cos i sure could do with one,rather than pay £80+ for one thanking you
Posted: 15/05/2008 at 22:44
Chris, this was one of Aldi's specials. They last only a few days, and then they're gone. So I'd be surprised if you'll find one if you go now. You might be lucky, though. The fabric used in their recent waterproofs was Toray Delfy; allegedly 10000mm hydrostatic head, and 10000g/m2/day breathability. Have a look at this thread for discussion of the recent Aldi stuff. skint bint: frankly, I'd sweat like a pig in any waterproof, even the likes of Gore and Event, when cycling, and most cyclists would say the same.
Posted: 16/05/2008 at 14:33
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