Cube SL Cross SL or Road Bike following accident

gjh0702

Hi , I have had a road bike past 15 years, I am 55 yrs old and just been knocked off for third time !!!
Use the bike just for fitness.
I am finding it very handwork getting back on bike this time- albeit had Physio -neck, arms etc still painful even after 6 months.

I am using a marin hybrid at the present but seek advice

Marin too heavy / slow but what are your thoughts instead of a road bike going for something similar to - Cube SL Cross SL 2012

Ideally would have like carbon - have @ £1600 to spend very much welcome your thoughts

Thanks

gjh0702

Any thoughts ?

arlowood

Plenty of choice within your budget.

With your injury problems I would be looking at a bike aimed at the sportive market. Usually lighter, more comfortable and more forgiving than a cyclocross designed frame.

Couple of options to consider :- one slightly above your budget is the Trek 3.5. Got excellent reviews and as a consequence was in short supply but that may have improved by now.

http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/cate ... 5-12-45692

Another is the Giant Defy 1 - much cheaper due to the alloy frame but i would not rule it out unless you are determined to go down the carbon route.

http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/ ... 1-12-45849

gjh0702

Thanks