Cycle Scheme - which bike
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Get the best spec mountainbike for the money and a set of 1.5" slicks. The gearing and weight wont be ANYWHERE near a roadbike but it's your choice not to get a road bike.
sounds like a plan
Never ridden a road bike so wont know what im missing lol.
Does anyone know if the Commencal Combi Disc is any good? I like the look of it!
* NEW Combi NUTS AL frame
* RockShox Dart 2 Turnkey fork featuring lockout
* Shimano and Sram 27spd transmission
* Avid Juicy 3 hydraulic disc brakes
* Alex double wall rims laced onto Shimano and Commencal disc hubs
* Kenda Karma tyres
* SDG Bel Air saddle offers maximum comfort and style
* Bike weight: 28.8lbs
Its a shame you cant just walk into any bike shop with your voucher, i was limited to Halfords - dont get me wrong im happy with my bike but i wish i could have went to evanscycles or another local bike shop. Oh well at least next year i will know better and if im still limited to halfords i'll get them to order in a bike of my choice instead of opting for one of theres.
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I've had the avalanche 1 since december and think its a great bike. Needs little attention to keep in good knick and is good for a bit of off-road.. though have yet to really test it on any decent paths.
And if the colour comment was pointed at the avalanche, it comes in 3 colours, even though I've only ever seen silver:
http://www.gtbicycles.com/gbr/eng/Products/Mountain/All-Mountain/#2639
And if the colour comment was pointed at the avalanche, it comes in 3 colours, even though I've only ever seen silver:
http://www.gtbicycles.com/gbr/eng/Products/Mountain/All-Mountain/#2639
Luckily we can go to any local shop. Limited to a max of £500 though which is a shame
Realised there is a max budget of £500. So I've been looking at some options between £400 and £500. Here is a short list
SPECIALIZED Hardrock Pro Disc
£399
GT Avalanche 2
£400
GIANT Terrago
£425
Scott Aspect 30
£439
Marin Northside Trail
£499
Commencal Combi Disc
£476.10
Ive ruled out the carrera fury because I've seen a lot of people say about problems with the build quality. Put the Marin and Commencal in there because I really like the look of them (although the commencal Ive only seen pics of).
I am swaying towards the gt, as this will give me £100 for accessories.
I will be commuting 2 miles each way per day, and using the bike for some xc at the Bracknell lookout. The lookout is this kinda thing: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bracknell+lookout&search_type=&aq=f
Many thanks in advance.
SPECIALIZED Hardrock Pro Disc
£399
GT Avalanche 2
£400
GIANT Terrago
£425
Scott Aspect 30
£439
Marin Northside Trail
£499
Commencal Combi Disc
£476.10
Ive ruled out the carrera fury because I've seen a lot of people say about problems with the build quality. Put the Marin and Commencal in there because I really like the look of them (although the commencal Ive only seen pics of).
I am swaying towards the gt, as this will give me £100 for accessories.
I will be commuting 2 miles each way per day, and using the bike for some xc at the Bracknell lookout. The lookout is this kinda thing: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bracknell+lookout&search_type=&aq=f
Many thanks in advance.
