What are /r/deliveroos' favorite Products & Services?

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If you will only be cycling in dry weather, those generic touch screen cycling gloves from eBay are fine for me. The touch screen fingers aren't perfect, but good enough. The trouble is when they get wet they soak water in like a sponge. I could literally ring them out when I had been in the rain for a few hours.

But the best thing is some Sealskinz 100% waterproof Ultra Grip gloves. Sealskinz are a big brand for fully waterproofed but breathable socks, and this uses the same stuff for their gloves. They have 3 layers, a merino wool blend inner layer, a waterproof but breathable membrane, then a poly-whatever outer layer. Unlike other Sealskinz gloves, the Ultra Grip ones also have touchscreen fingers.

The bad reviews for those particular gloves either complain about lack of waterproofing (this is not the case, you need to cover the top of the gloves with your deliveroo coat and tighten the straps to avoid water ingress), lack of warmth (you're going to be cycling, these people complaining seem to be standing around outside, so it's a different use case), or bad fit (Amazon have free returns, so if you have funny shaped hands you can always return them).

I think fingerless gloves are futile because its the tips of your fingers that get coldest.

Not sure if it was Deliveroo that was compromised but certainly exploited via other breaches elsewhere you can check here https://haveibeenpwned.com basically if you have used the same username and password for other sites thats how they have got into your account.

Not an option in the rider app currently. Use a third party like Fuelio which you can use to track all spending on your car and has a live GPS tracker mode.

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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kajda.fuelio&hl=en

I have that plastic 6 wholes cup holder which fits perfectly in the deliveroo bag,best investment ever for full time deliveroo drivers Here is a link if someone interested: New Albero Forte Plastic 6 Bottle Holder Silver 1160412 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075X1WPST/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_BBf-FbJ70TC22?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Been using one of these for over a decade...when I bought it, it was called LD10 ... but it's the same thing. Insanely robust and reliable... using a AA battery means carrying a backup/spare battery is both cheap and easy. I still use this every night for Deliverooing...there is a headband attachment available, if you wanted a hands free option. https://www.amazon.co.uk/FENIX-Unisexs-Torch-Black-Size/dp/B00I14HLLS

Actually the headphones are: Anker Bluetooth Headphones Amazon - 20£ . I got them in September 2017 and they are still working as new. Definitely deserves the price

Google services are what the play store basically uses to integrate Google products into other apps You can get it here https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.gms It might be best to use that link to uninstall it, then restart your phone, then reinstall it so that you get a clean install

Put some of this in your tyres:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Goop-Puncture-Preventative-Proofer-Treatment/dp/B004EK5P4I/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=XAR3U27ORS0G&keywords=goop&qid=1671056429&sprefix=goop%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1

I had 5 nails in my e-bike tyres when I swapped them over and didn't even notice until I had them off. Didn't lose any pressure at all except the usual couple of psi per week.

I've got it in my scooter tyres now as well. You can also use Slime, although I've never used that personally.

It's absolutely essential in our line of work in my opinion. It pays for itself several times over.

get this and thank me later mate

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08616Z9MH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09NS2W71Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

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This has done me well for my bike, similar to quad lock but not as expensive cause im a cheap bastard, the only issue is sometimes the clear plastic can rattle if you are going through rough terrain but ive had 0 issues.

I have just ordered these because of your question. I won't get to try them until next week as they don't deliver to Northern Ireland so I got them sent to my FIL in Liverpool. I chose these because they had a higher capacity battery even though there are no reviews, I'll take the risk. There was also a £30 off voucher so my total was £59.99. Last 2 years I have used mittens with chemical heat pads from Home Bargains. They worked very well but battery gloves have intrigued me and I've considered them in the past.

If you get a different pair, could you also give a quick review on what you think?

I own the brand Otter, (on the side I do abit of Stuart/deliveroo/ Uber that’s how I’ve seen this post) we sell waterproof socks, hats and gloves. Now granted the gloves aren’t heated but they do keep your hands warm and are waterproof.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09BQVMJBS?ref=myi_title_dp

I used to add it up in notes but now using Rodeo. It tracks earnings but also gives a bunch of other metrics and insights which are helpful.

Faneam Universal Motorcycle Phone Mount Waterproof Motorcycle Phone Holder Rearview Mirror 360° Rotate Detachable Motorbike Cellphone Mount Holder With Touch Screen, FingerPrint & Face ID (L) https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B08Z75PJB7/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_Q5MFS7FSDKCE0R6QYFTD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This is my new one, and it's excellent.

KEWIG Motorcycle Phone Holder 15W Wireless & USB C 20W Fast Charger, Waterproof Motorbike Phone Holder with Aluminum Alloy Mount Base, Phone Mount for Motorcycle Fit 4'' - 7'' Cellphones https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09474MX51/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_6KPR4QXQNBY7NX0KRZX4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sportneer-Underwear-Anti-Slip-Breathable-Adsorbent/dp/B01NBTJIHC/ref=asc_df_B01NBTJIHC/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310669108494&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10125399392214803603&hvpone=&hvp...

Something like this with shorts/joggers ontop

I've been bicycle courier for few years now and hands down these ( Fincci Pair 700 x 38c 40-622 Tyres with 3mm Antipuncture Protection for Electric Road Mountain MTB Hybrid Bike Bicycle (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07R838Z9N/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_9HSP0J3B74KKVBGM64HY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 ) are the best tyres I have ever come across. I went from getting a puncture once every 1-2 weeks to once every month or two, and this is someone working in a Metropolitan woth horrific roads...

I use this. Easily detach from my bike and use as flashlight. Simplest way to find the house number

https://www.amazon.co.uk/BIKIL-Rechargeable-Headlight-Taillight-Combinations/dp/B081LT3Y5H/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?crid=2CR59U9WQQRTW&keywords=bike+light+power+bank&qid=1644836603&sprefix=bike+light+powerbank%2Caps%2C67&sr=8-2-spons&am...

Forks never use metal to remove a tyre you can go damage to the rim always use plastic

Park Tool TL-1.2 - Tyre Lever Set Of 3 Carded Tool https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NU928OO/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_3T8E7JGK321MCBQNCS14

Glass, thorns, nails they fixed me up, but I always carry spare tubes

Park Tool GP-2 Pre-Glued Super Patch Puncture Repair Kits (Pack of 3) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00S4PSZNM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_4HCNBRSXPXAZY06SG339?psc=1

Each pack has 5 patches

I use these - find they work brilliantly and I’m on a bicycle as well

Regatta Mens Pack It Outdoor Waterproof Over Trousers - Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BN60Y42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_KFB45P0EAVX34K38933A

I've got one that pulls out at the head and it narrows the beam considerably, brilliant for picking out door no,s. Got it from eBay but here's a similar one from amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08Q3Z61DJ/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_g_7GK7GRCAEN2WMZP1ZEMJ

If your having trouble with connectors recommend using something like these much better clip-in connectors

My bag is very similar to this one, it's a decent thermal bag I can use cycling or in car. Only problem is to fit any of the larger pizza boxes means the bag needs to go sideways. Fine in a car but can't cycle like that.

Had this phone holder for a year with no issues.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/TruActive-Universal-Mountain-Motorbike-INCLUDED-Black-Blue-Red-Pink-Florescent-Yellow-Orange/dp/B074NLNVT2/ref=sr\_1\_5?keywords=bike+phone+mount+truactive&qid=1637639129&qsid=257-7052465-5155911&sr=8-5&sre...

Chespest road bike in Halfords is this one but looks cheap

https://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductMobileDisplay?catalogId=10151&langId=-1&categoryId=165710&productId=1246237&storeId=10001

And I saw this one from gumtree for 110 what do you think ??

https://www.gumtree.com/p/bicycles/merlin-malt-r-road-bike-red-white-size-56/1337808261

Please nobody should reuse passwords, even if they are slightly different it is quite easy to brute-force them if the hackers already have a foothold on how you think. It is a good and safe practice to use a password manager like 1 password (https://1password.com) so that you have a master password to access all your passwords but you are actually using strong, long strings of text that are very less likely to be broken thanks to the app.

The platform uses PDF.js in the cloud to chew through the invoices.

At the bottom of the stats page on the site, you can download the data we extracted as JSON or CSV.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lixada-Overshoes-Waterproof-Windproof-Protector/dp/B07YD3XZ9X/ref=mp_s_a_1_19?adgrpid=134707519104&dchild=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwt-6LBhDlARIsAIPRQcKPnaQAJNospCgagh-icR8V8LztToy9_OD7I2b7hyqFndllkS5cwesaAh52EALw_wcB&hva...

Sorry for the mega link but something like this will do. Bought something similar for £10 ish. Or hiking trainers they are water proof by Gelert? in Sports direct - go for £30 - 40. If your lucky there's a sale on.

Would this do?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/LZBIKE-Bicycle-XC550-Bikes-Speed/dp/B08CGK8Z71/ref=mp_s_a_1_7_sspa?crid=1EMS56AY8XL57&dchild=1&keywords=mens+hybrid+bike&qid=1634143038&rnid=1642204031&s=sports&sprefix=mens+hybrid+Bike&sr=1-7-s...

I'm guessing it's this one:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09C8JBMQ4/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_YM03PTXH039KKSP10SF0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

A lot of riders use the same one. I've got one too and it's pretty good. Makes a loud sound the second the bike is touched then sets off the alarm off if it's still being moved a couple of seconds later.

I am on ebike.

Here is a link to the case on amazon

iPosible Battery Case for iPhone 11 Pro, [6800mAh] Charging Case Extended Battery for iPhone 11 Pro Rechargeable Battery Power Bank Portable Charger Case [5.8 inch]【Newest Version】 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08KW4LG18/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_8NMXPKA7WS46PDKARWCS

It is not waterproof. And iphones will detect water . So use some decent holder, just remember to always take your phone out when leaving your vehicle. I use this one (another link)

Bike phone holder Handlebar bag, Waterproof pouch, Bicycle Mount ideal for Cycling and Mountain Biking, Top Tube Pouch Pannier with touch screen for iPhone XR, Samsung, and Smart phones below 6 inch https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07S3DB7HM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_D17TZYC80B1XHZVM9GQH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Trilancer Elastic Cinch Straps The battery holder is still screwed into the bike, but as the screws are so small and the battery is actually mounted upside down, these are useful to keep it stable and safer I hope haha.

I got this to put on my disc https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07514FQF7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 it's super loud.

You're welcome. I'm glad it helped.

I wear these https://www.amazon.co.uk/Regatta-Womens-Edgepoint-Waterproof-Walking/dp/B07XZ7TP5Q

They have made all the difference! I was wearing normal trainers before. I still have to wear 3 or 4 socks though.

The one I use: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07TZTG5JY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Arming it and disarming it is very loud however once the thief touches is it it can never be stopped unless you press the unlock button.

ok, whatever's going on, restaurant fuck ups ,scummy rider(s) working nights in your area, (maybe inadequate packaging that rips?) it sounds like you'd be better off just not ordering at night.

Is there a local takeaway within convenient walking distance? .

Or, and I hate to say it, because my ability to pay my rent relies on people not doing this, you could always cook for yourself. This book's pretty good for the type of thing you'd normally order out for: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1785211773/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_C8.1FbAV8YRFN

But you asked how many riders here steal food. If we don't steal food, we can only say no, we don't.

I have the Cateye EL135 and Orb light set ( Amazon link). This lights up a couple yards in front of me. Enough to notify other road users that I am approaching a crossroad.

Myself busy place, busy brain not good I avoid so I hear you.

Get this,Ive not had your concerns in a long time,game changer.

KINOEE Bicycle Alarm, Anti-Theft Burglar Wireless Alarm with Remote Control for Bicycle/motorcycle/Electric Tricycle/car/door/window, Waterproof,113dB Super Loud Sound, 7 level Sensitivity https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08F592WQQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XZ6WFbB55H0N8

My light doubles as a battery for my phone if need be. Happy with it so far:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08BYBGG2D?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08GP3HWS4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_0RzHFb4V8929P

You could buy a waterproof portable USB charger and strap it to your bike, if those are real things. Then run a short USB cable to the phone.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/FosPower-PowerActive-10200-Portable-Charger-Black-Yellow/dp/B00K8DUKH2/ref=sr_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=Waterproof+portable+usb+charger&qid=1602588675&sr=8-17

I've not used the product I linked it's just an example I found when seeing if they actually exist :P.

Front. I'm currently using this basket without any rack (I just ziptied it to my handlebars and fork and it's rock solid)
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Basil-Unisex-Adult-Bicycle-Pannier/dp/B07P3F7G73/

I basically want the same size, just as a wire basket. Most baskets i've seen (inclusing the WALD baskets) are very shallow, so you have to use bungee cords - which I would like to avoid.

I'll just stick with the milk crate for now, until I find the perfect wire basket size.

Have had a couple pairs of very cheap windproof cycling gloves from Amazon that worked a treat. They don't keep the rain out for long but your hands stay warm and you can use a phone. I don't think any cycling gloves are gonna be persistently waterproof long enough for a full shift in the rain. My hands don't get too hot and sweaty in them either like some winter gloves. Here's a pair there are a dozen similar ones that are all the same basic thing.

The best thing I found is carpenter gloves. They're full fingers on your pinkie and ring finger, then about 3/4 length on the rest. This means that my hands don't get cold, while still having full use of my phone. They're built for woodworking so they'll last easily, but they are still really comfortable for riding

Something like this, there are plenty options when searching amazon for carpenter gloves

I'm no expert but I have these and think they're very decent. (The company that makes them seem to change every year but as far as I can tell its the exact same light with a different logo on it but I actually bought mine from a different amazon page, ~£20)

This app for Android.

Beware of the legality and/or admissibility as evidence of one-party consent recordings in your country though. ;)

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.messaging

That's the default text message app on my phone. You can install it on whatever Android phone you have and then select the text and turn notifications off.