Advice please

ajk
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I've signed up to do a London to Paris. I've got the training to do and I'm hoping it will reignite an interest in regular cycling. I currently have a hybrid and as a youngster I never felt safe on a drop handlebar (does that phrase show my age?) I've been recommended a Wilier bike - no idea what model (In Cycle Surgery about £1,000). Apparently less 'aggressive' riding position than some i.e. slightly more upright. Also told it will ride much easier on flat and hills than my current 'Specialized Crossroads.' My budget is about £1,100. Advice appreciated. Thanks
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Don't listen to him, he's on commision
Anyhoo take a look at the boardman carbon and planet x offerings, seem best bang for buck really or even a Focus Cayo from Wiggle if they have any left...........
Just read any reviews on google and all these bikes come up trumps
Much better bet is to test ride a few to see what sort of geometry you prefer then find one you like the look of IMOwinter beast: http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr34 ... uff016.jpg
Summer beast; http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr34 ... uff015.jpg0 -
What are dealers like for test rides? Local bike shops are Evans Cycles, Action Bikes, Cycle Surgery (Surrey). Haven't checked if they stock these models yet but are most shops happy to do this?0
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Any decent bike shop should let you try, mine didn't hence buying my bike off e-bay. Don't see the point in paying over the odds if you're not getting the service. But anyway yes i reckon any of those mentioned should let you have a rip if they have what you need availablewinter beast: http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr34 ... uff016.jpg
Summer beast; http://i497.photobucket.com/albums/rr34 ... uff015.jpg0