Max spend £1300 road bike. What would you buy?

fcuk81 · 2017-01-15T13:31:08+00:00

My mate is after a new road bike. Something suitable for 1 or 2 hour fast blasts after work and capable of doing LEJOG (Mate following in van so no need for carrying anything.) Maximum spend £1300. Thoughts?

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January 15, 2017 at 1:31 pm #26663

fcuk81

My mate is after a new road bike. Something suitable for 1 or 2 hour fast blasts after work and capable of doing LEJOG (Mate following in van so no need for carrying anything.) Maximum spend £1300. Thoughts?
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January 17, 2017 at 8:37 pm #885227
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moorsey72

I’m looking at a genesis

I’m looking at a genesis equilibrium at the moment, sounds like it would suit exactly what you’re after if you fancy steel. Ribble worth a look (R872 or titanium sportive racing would be my choice). Must agree with comments on the CAAD12 though, getting great reviews. Stance might be a touch aggressive for Le jog though.

January 15, 2017 at 8:32 pm #885225
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Jimthebikeguy.com

Btwin.
Btwin.

January 15, 2017 at 8:12 pm #885223
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John_S

There will be lots of options

There will be lots of options out there at this price point and plenty of choice when it comes to frame material and finishing kit to choose from. The best idea will be to try some if you can and try to find out what works for you.

If it was me I’d include the 2016 Kona Roadhouse on my shortlist (not the 2017 model of the same bike which now costs £3,500)

The 2016 model cost £1,700 but I’ve now seen it down to £1,300

http://road.cc/content/review/182237-kona-roadhouse

http://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/tested/the-kona-roadhouse-is-a-modern-road-bike-with-a-thirst-for-exploring

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltLN1bOXS10

https://roadcyclinguk.com/gear/nine-best-steel-bikes-2016.html

http://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/road-bikes-c5/road-c37/kona-roadhouse-road-bike-2016-p17219/s51068?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=kona-roadhouse-road-bike-2016-size-54cm-colour-red-size-54cm-colour-red-b16roh54&utm_campaign=product%2Blisting%2Bads&gclid=CL7Hmrz4xNECFQ2eGwodRbwCUA

There’s going to be tonnes of choice out there for you and some 2016 bargains to be had and so good luck finding the right bike for you!

John

January 15, 2017 at 6:04 pm #885221
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HalfWheeler

£1300 will get you plenty of

£1300 will get you plenty of bike. My advice isn’t about brand/model but more age. Try and get a 2016 model, they usually drop 20-30% off in January and they’re essentially the same bike as this years model.

January 15, 2017 at 5:56 pm #885219
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Johnnyvee

To answer the question though
To answer the question though I’d get an Orro Pyro Disc but it’s 50 quid over the budget.

January 15, 2017 at 5:54 pm #885217
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Johnnyvee

There’s loads of great bikes
There’s loads of great bikes but he should always try before he buys. Theres loads from the usual suspects at Pauls cycles and many websites. Evans also have a sales on and don’t mind you trying a few out no obligation and that’s what he really needs to do.
What’s good is too subjective theres loads of great bikes around.

January 15, 2017 at 2:31 pm #885215
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drosco

CAAD12 is apparently a great

CAAD12 is apparently a great bike. The B’twin Ultra 720 AF is a good bike too if you’re not into brands in a big way.

January 15, 2017 at 1:58 pm #885213
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graybags

Cannodale CAAD12, cracking

Cannodale CAAD12, cracking bike, just trying to think of a suitable excuse to convine the wife that I need one !
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