| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 17:50 - Nov 26 with 1037 views | davblue |
See if you can get a Specialized Roubaix, that’s what I have, it has suspension in the handle bar for shock absorption.
You might be able to get last years model for around that price with some looking around. |  | |  |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 18:46 - Nov 26 with 998 views | Basuco |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 17:50 - Nov 26 by davblue |
See if you can get a Specialized Roubaix, that’s what I have, it has suspension in the handle bar for shock absorption.
You might be able to get last years model for around that price with some looking around. |
The Roubaix also has a more "relaxed" seat tube angle to give it a softer more comfortable ride, as the name suggest's it is designed to cope with the cobble's of the classic Paris Roubaix race. |  | | |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 19:19 - Nov 26 with 972 views | stonojnr |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 17:50 - Nov 26 by davblue |
See if you can get a Specialized Roubaix, that’s what I have, it has suspension in the handle bar for shock absorption.
You might be able to get last years model for around that price with some looking around. |
Im convinced that handlebar thingy will seize up after a few winters :) the bikes fine Id just want a standard set of bars on it.
a grand will get a decent bike so there are alot of options out there, the biggest problem will be picking the right size |  | | |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 19:26 - Nov 26 with 956 views | davblue |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 18:46 - Nov 26 by Basuco |
The Roubaix also has a more "relaxed" seat tube angle to give it a softer more comfortable ride, as the name suggest's it is designed to cope with the cobble's of the classic Paris Roubaix race. |
It’s a very comfortable ride I have to say. | | | |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 19:28 - Nov 26 with 954 views | bluelagos |
That's what got me to JO'Groats. No complaints other than needing to get better tyres and seat, but think that's true of most road bikes tbh. |  |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 20:29 - Nov 26 with 922 views | TractorWood |
The triple chainring is pretty rare. Bit of a relic tbh. The majority of bikes run compacts or semi compacts these days.
I wouldn't bother upgrading that. As 8 speed to 11 speed will cost £500 (on the assumption you are handy with a torque wrench). Decent wheels will be £200+. So you'd have spent too much.
Something like this would be a far better use of £1k. https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/bikes-available-stock/boardman-slr-8.9-10 it has 11 speed 105, integrated cabling and carbon forks. Night and day. When you are buying a bike, you are mostly buying the groupset and frame. Finishing kit and wheels will normally be just mass produced dross up to the £2k+ bracket.
A few have mentioned the Specialized Roubaix. Decent bike but probably a bit pricier for less groupset. Giant also tend to deliver decent bikes around this price point. As do Ribble. [Post edited 26 Nov 2020 20:33]
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 20:34 - Nov 26 with 897 views | Basuco |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 19:28 - Nov 26 by bluelagos |
That's what got me to JO'Groats. No complaints other than needing to get better tyres and seat, but think that's true of most road bikes tbh. |
I like Gatorskins but Continentals are very good at a higher price, both are very good in the wet. The seat is a bit more complex, Selle Italia are very good but I would recommend a saddle fit to make sure you get the correct width for your "seat bones". Well done for completing the end to end as well. | | | |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 20:36 - Nov 26 with 892 views | TractorWood |
Beat me to it. Cracking bike for the price. | |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 21:36 - Nov 26 with 858 views | Metal_Hacker |
I bought a Genesis Equilibrium this summer. Steel frame with disc brakes. Can ride it for miles no problem.
If it’s something comfortable and for getting the miles in I’d definitely say look t a Genesis |  |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 21:40 - Nov 26 with 846 views | Plums |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 21:36 - Nov 26 by Metal_Hacker |
I bought a Genesis Equilibrium this summer. Steel frame with disc brakes. Can ride it for miles no problem.
If it’s something comfortable and for getting the miles in I’d definitely say look t a Genesis |
They have a great reputation. I have a Cube Peleton SL which I love. It’s great to put some effort into a bike and feel it respond, particularly when climbing. |  |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 21:45 - Nov 26 with 844 views | Metal_Hacker |
| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 21:40 - Nov 26 by Plums |
They have a great reputation. I have a Cube Peleton SL which I love. It’s great to put some effort into a bike and feel it respond, particularly when climbing. |
I had a Felt carbon but it nicked. Continued with my Trek MTB but wanted a road bike as well again. Best mate swears by Genesis road bikes. I don’t regret buying it one bit.
Best part. Made in England | |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 23:10 - Nov 26 with 803 views | Dubtractor |
Thanks for the suggestions. I like the look of that Boardman number. |  |
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| FAO TWTD Cyclists on 08:38 - Nov 27 with 727 views | TractorWood |
That's a gravel bike, not really a road bike. GRX groupset and 37c tyres are massive. That said, looks a great gravel bike for the money. [Post edited 27 Nov 2020 8:39]
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