Winter trainer & poss commuter

JK1969
JK1969 Posts: 29
edited May 2010 in Road buying advice
Sorry if this has been done before, but I would welcome any recommendations for a decent winter/trainer and commuter using the cycle to work scheme – so my budget is £1000.00.

So far, I have looked at the Genesis Equilibrium.

Cheers

Comments

  • jimsam33
    jimsam33 Posts: 59
    Hi,

    I have a Ridgeback Century for exactly that purpose.

    It's a really nice bike. Steel Frame, reasonably light, looks great, mudguards, 28mm tyres. attachment points for a rack if required.

    The only downside for some people is the Sora groupset. I have no problems with this. Sora is also very durable and cheap to replace which is perfect for a winter trainer / commuter.

    The bike is also cheaper then the Equilibrium at rrp £799.99. So under your budget giving you something spare.

    By the way Genesis and Ridgeback are the same company.
  • williamac
    williamac Posts: 71
    Hi

    I wanted an all-rounder for my cycling, and have ended up getting a Kinesis Racelight TK2 which would meet your criteria. Ended up spending more than £1,000, but that was as a result of upgrading various bits of kit on the bike. Went to Epic Cycles for this and must say its a fantastic service they offer. Am just waiting for the bike to be built (they are waiting for campag shifters)

    Regards

    William

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