Help Fatty, Get a Killer Deal on FatCyclist Gear

03.8.2016 | 2:27 pm

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A Note from Fatty for People Who Want to Get Right to the Point: If you’d like to skip straight to the bottom line, here it is: FatCyclist gear is all 50% off, with free shipping and a free t-shirt or cycling cap for all orders over $100. While supplies last, natch. Click here to shop now.

Yesterday, I mentioned that I’m at a personal crossroads right now, and that I would be telling you more about what’s going on this week.

And I will. I’ll tell you everything, as soon as I know everything. Because things are changing fast, and what I think I know keeps changing. I have a lot to figure out. Some of it’s exciting; most of it’s scary.

However, I do know a few things already, and I’m going to ask you to help me out. So here’s what I know so far:

  1. My financial situation is in crisis. 
  2. I have a full range of 2015 FatCyclist gear in inventory.  It is the best-made, most comfortable cycling gear I have ever sold. By a lot.
  3. I think there’s a way for me to do a couple of very exciting things — I want to write Fight Like Susan, and I have a super-secret charity project I’ve been putting a lot of time into — but right now I need to take care of some near-term issues. 
  4. By “near-term issues,” I mean, “Before I can go forward, I need to dig out of a hole.”

I have an idea that will help me take some next steps: sell the FatCyclist gear inventory. And sell it fast

And that made me think: what if I didn’t worry about making a profit on this gear, even though it’s pretty much Rapha-quality? What if I knocked 50% off the price?

And what if I shipped it for free (at least in the US)?

And then, I reasoned, what if I got fully stupid and gave a free FatCyclist t-shirt or FatCyclist cycling caps (until I ran out) to anyone who buys at least $100 worth of gear?

I know, that’s insane. But it’s fully true. Click here and see.

The Basics

I wrote a description of all the gear back when it was up for pre-order, so you can of course check that out. But here are a few updates I have to give after having ridden using DNA gear for a season:

  • Relaxed-Fit Short Sleeve Jersey: fits looser than the Twin Six jerseys and is not as long, which means it doesn’t bunch up around the zipper when you’re hunched over and riding. Now $42.99
  • Race-Fit Short Sleeve Jersey: This fits close and is of very light material. It’s my very favorite summer jersey. If you don’t have one, you should order one (but maybe size up). Now $49.99
  • Thermal Long Sleeve Jersey: This is the best cool-weather jersey I have ever owned. It is so comfortable, and it looks so good. It was a good deal at $120, and it’s a ridiculous steal at $59.99.
  • Race Bib Shorts: I went out of my way to select these shorts in combination with this chamois, because they’re both ridiculously good. Until I had DNA bib shorts, I always just wore Rapha shorts. These…well, I promise you’ll be so much more comfortable than in cheap shorts. Except now these are cheap, at $62.50.
  • Ladies Race Shorts: I have never tried these on, but The Hammer — who ordinarily sticks with bibs — likes these enough that she insisted I make them available. $47.50. 
  • Vest: It weighs practically nothing, looks great, and does exactly what a vest should. Now $49.99
  • Arm Warmers: You can never have too many of these, especially because of how versatile they are, and the way they’ll go with practically any kit. I recommend sizing up. Now $17.50.
  • Hoodie: I love hoodies in general, and this one in particular. I wear it about three days out of seven. I’m wearing it right now. Honestly I can’t believe I’m clearing them out at $24.99.

If you do the math, this means you can put together a super-high-quality bibs+jersey kit for right around $100. Total, including shipping (which is free in the US, just in case you forgot). And if you do spend more than $100, I’m going to throw in a Fat Cyclist t-shirt, just for the heck of it.

And once I run out of t-shirts (or if I don’t have a t-shirt in the size of the jersey or hoodie you’re ordering), I’ll throw in a Fat Cyclist cycling cap instead. An once I run out of those, they’re gone. And that’s what I’m shooting for.

How it Looks

At this point, I’m pretty sure I’ve just made the most compelling case possible for ordering FatCyclist gear. Except I haven’t shown off photos of how great this gear looks. Checkitout:

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My niece and nephew-in-law, staring deeply into each other’s eyes. Why? Because Fat Cyclist gear makes you beautiful and thin and loveable, that’s why.

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Dave Thompson runs happily up the Leadville 100 Powerline trail. Why? Because FatCyclist gear makes you happy and thin and fast. 

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The Hammer and me at Levi’s GranFondo. Why? Because FatCyclist gear makes every ride a day at the beach.

What’s Next

I am very busy right now. Just so you know, I am finalizing the design for next year’s Fat Cyclist gear, and I hope you will buy it, too. It will make it  possible for me to pay bills and keep my kids in school.

I am also working on my outline for Fight Like Susan, and putting together a pre-order of this book. You’ll see it soon. If you’re all willing to help me with these things, I’ll have enough money that I can spend two or three months writing, instead of scrambling for a job.

And if things go well on these fronts, well…I’ll hopefully have enough momentum that I can launch a charity project I’ve wanted to do for years.

But first things first.

If you were holding off on a Fat Cyclist kit for price reasons, now’s your chance. If you got one and liked it, maybe get another, because then you won’t have to wash clothes as often. 

I’ll have more to talk about soon. Thank you for your help.

32 Comments

  1. Comment by davidh-marin,ca | 03.8.2016 | 2:33 pm

    I need a new bike but you’re a hard man to resist Elden. Going there now.

    Thanks David! – FC

  2. Comment by davidh-marin,ca | 03.8.2016 | 2:50 pm

    Bummer! No socks.

    We need to get a reissue of all old FC designs for socks so those of us who have puppies, or dogs can finally get matching pairs again.

  3. Comment by Glen | 03.8.2016 | 2:51 pm

    For vest sizing, is the fit “century,” “elite,” or “race”? Thanks.

    Good question. It’s Century fit. – FC

  4. Comment by DavidV | 03.8.2016 | 2:52 pm

    I was a Rapha / S7 Assos bib guy, but if you have made the switch then I should try too! What’s the fit like in comparison to Rapha bibs? If I wear a large in those, large for these?

    If there is anything I can do to help your other financial issues, let me know.

    I wear same size as I do for Rapha bibs. You should be good with Large. – FC

  5. Comment by Jouni | 03.8.2016 | 3:00 pm

    Gear ordered. I hope it all works out for you. Hyvä onnea!

    Kiitos Jouni! – FC

  6. Comment by Joe from COS | 03.8.2016 | 3:03 pm

    I love the relax fit jersey I got last year, and now I can get the bibs and fleece long sleeve for nearly the same price I pad for the jersey? Uh, yes please!

    Thanks! You’re gonna love both of those. – FC

  7. Comment by PNP | 03.8.2016 | 3:04 pm

    Well, if it’ll make me happy and thin and fast, I’m in, because on my best days, I might hit one of those three!

    If you have to choose, go with “happy.” – FC

  8. Comment by Justin L. | 03.8.2016 | 3:19 pm

    I really wanted to order this before but could not justify the expense. Now i can afford this price point, but we locked up their system. Fingers crossed there is anything left when ever i can get back to a computer to try again. Oh the stress.

    Sorry, we seem to have crushed the DNA server. They’re on it; I hope it will be back pronto. – FC

  9. Comment by ClydeinKS | 03.8.2016 | 3:26 pm

    I was in filling a cart and it seems possible traffic flow has crashed the DNA site. Hope my placed items don’t sell out! Looking to help you out in any way possible!

  10. Comment by berry | 03.8.2016 | 3:37 pm

    Yeah – I can’t get there either. I’ll try later. Good lucky, Fatty!

  11. Comment by berry | 03.8.2016 | 3:37 pm

    Ugh we need an edit button.

    If everyone had an edit button, I wouldn’t feel special. – FC

  12. Comment by CycleDadPDX | 03.8.2016 | 3:41 pm

    Can we BUY a FC Hat? Still waiting on the site but a small chuckle for the popularity.

  13. Comment by Maciek | 03.8.2016 | 3:47 pm

    I am a fan. A faithful and devoted one. And i really wanted new FC kit and wanted to spend >$100. But I have trouble justifying almost the same amount ($90) in shipping cost to the UK. That’s the 50% benefit gone. :-(

    Is there anything that could be done? I don’t need a courier and I am willing to wait a couple of weeks…

    Pretty please!

    I’ll see what i can do to get that changed. I agree that $90 is too much for shipping to UK. – FC

  14. Comment by davidh-marin,ca | 03.8.2016 | 4:15 pm

    @Maciek
    DaveT works from home and travels to meetings in exotic locales. (Granted they don’t often call the UK ‘exotic’), but I’m sure there are others traveling that way.

    Another idea: THe WBR Diplomatic pouch

  15. Comment by elizabeth | 03.8.2016 | 6:24 pm

    Elden, hope this helps you out. You have a lot of fans.

    Now that the website is uncrashed, people should go order. I have the 100MoN gear and it’s awesome. Glad to get a chance at some more.

  16. Comment by Jamie | 03.8.2016 | 6:29 pm

    New kits ordered for the bride and I… Choose the relaxed Jerseys as I was too afraid I’d get the wrong race size. ????

  17. Comment by Bill | 03.8.2016 | 7:25 pm

    Did I miss out on the men’s size L bibs already? Just ladies left? Sigh.

  18. Comment by 331miles | 03.8.2016 | 8:02 pm

    I hope that whatever is on the other side of the crossroads, it includes the podcast. Because the podcast is awesome. And I bought a jersey, but alas, only ladies’ bibs remain!

  19. Comment by pfonke | 03.8.2016 | 8:10 pm

    +1 to Bill. I took my eye off the ball when the site was down. I’m too insecure to wear lady-bibs. (Trap door?) And Fatty makes those bibs sound SO good. Ah well, next time I shouldn’t be such a cheapskate and I should pay full price.

    +1 to davidh. My 100MoN socks are among my favorites.

    Fatty: How awesome does it feel to be able to crash websites with but a single nod to the hordes of fans you hold in thrall?

  20. Comment by Evan | 03.8.2016 | 8:12 pm

    Oh that I wouldie couldie got a hoodie before anything close to my size was sold out! Great sale.

  21. Comment by Janet in Seattle | 03.8.2016 | 8:56 pm

    Standing by, ready to help and with utter confidence that your next move will be a wondrous adventure – you’ve already made it through the worst life has to offer, and with flying colors!

  22. Comment by leroy | 03.8.2016 | 11:46 pm

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  23. Comment by leroy | 03.8.2016 | 11:52 pm

    Well this is odd. I could have sworn I followed my dog’s instructions on posting a photo.

    Tried to get him to help with a second try, but he said he was busy.

  24. Comment by Maciek | 03.9.2016 | 1:02 am

    Thank you Fatty for intervening on overseas shipping charges. Kit ordered.

  25. Comment by Tom in Albany | 03.9.2016 | 6:53 am

    I’ve never ordered a full-on, matching kit before. Now I’m going to have the jersey, bib shorts, AND arm warmers! I haven’t bought arm warmers in something like 20 years! Are they different now? Woohoo!

    And good luck, Fatty. Hope it all works out the way you want it to.

  26. Comment by ClydeinKS | 03.9.2016 | 8:28 am

    ARGH!!! the bibshorts I had in my cart when the site crashed disappeared and only ladies versions remain. Maybe I’ll surprise MightyAthena with a pair, but I don’t see ladies sizing for bibs??

    The women’s bibs are actually the unisex race bibs with a women’s chamois, so use the sizing chart linked here. – FC

  27. Comment by esteefatty | 03.9.2016 | 9:50 am

    Thanks for the sale and all you do! I went for true Clyde size for comfort. Glad to see larger sizes still available this morning. All the best to you and the FC community. Ride on.

  28. Comment by Dave T | 03.9.2016 | 10:05 am

    You are right Fatty gear dose make you happy and a bit faster I do believe. DNA has done a great job this is one of my favorite fitting kits happy to order more. @Maciek it looks like if your willing to wait a bit the cost to ship to the UK is a lot less than 90$. https://ircalc.usps.com/default.aspx

  29. Comment by Lin | 03.9.2016 | 10:55 am

    What an awesome deal! Thanks Fatty. :) I ordered your race-cut jersey for my younger son for his birthday. He’s going to get a huge kick out of it, since he used to be a “fat cyclist,” too. And now he’s 50 pounds thinner and quite proud of his accomplishments!

  30. Comment by UpTheGrade, SR, CA | 03.9.2016 | 1:57 pm

    I don’t really need one but just bought a jersey so I can sport the FC colors and hopefully help you out. Its but a little compensation for all the entertainment you’ve provided over the years.
    (Unfortunately I was late to the party and the bibs in my size are all gone, which is what I could use ;-)

  31. Comment by Katie | 03.9.2016 | 2:03 pm

    Thanks, Fatty! Bought my gear and cannot wait to wear FC colors. Best of luck to you!

  32. Comment by Heidi | 03.10.2016 | 11:06 am

    I’m excited to hear about your forthcoming adventures – allez!

 

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