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New road bike under 1000 GBP

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  • June 26, 2019 at 5:10 pm #29799
    NewCycler86

    Hi,

    I’m searching for a new road bike under 1000 GBP. I’m looking for a setup with Shimano 105 (the 7000 model), 22 speeds.

    The 2 options I’m looking at the moment are:
    – Focus Izalco Race 6.9 (2019): https://www.focus-bikes.com/int/95673-izalco-race-6-9
    – Scott Speedster 10 (2019): https://www.scott-sports.com/za/en/product/scott-speedster-10-bike

    This is my first road bike, I’m looking for a bike which is fast, light, easy to climb hills which will be used for tours of around 40-50 km.
    The Focus is lighter and the setup of the sprocket is 11-30 while the Scott has a more comfortable geometry and the sprocket is 11×32.

    It’s not possible to test any of them because I can’t find any of them in a local store. Which one would you prefer and why?

    Thank you!

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  • June 26, 2019 at 9:35 pm #944845
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    barongreenback

    just a thought but if you can

    just a thought but if you can’t try then also have a look at direct sale options like Ribble and Canyon to get some very good deals. 

    As for the gearing on the back, if you’re big, unfit or simply prefer to spin then go for the 11-32.  Especially if you’re in a hilly area. 

    Honestly I would put weight down the list of your requirements unless you weigh under 60kg. 

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