Dawes vs Giant

TomHut
TomHut Posts: 19
edited July 2012 in Road buying advice
Hello Everyone,

first post so go easy on me..!!

Only had crappy mountain bikes in the past but want to buy my first road bike. need to cycle for rehab for a Op ive had recently, although not looking to spend a lot to start with, im hoping i will get into it joining friends on biking weekends etc

This might sound a silly question to some, so you must excuse my ignorance!!

For £200 I've been offered a Dawes Discovery 601 (2009) that has just had a service and has been well looked after.

http://www.dawescycles.com/p-166-discovery-601.aspx

OR/BUT

I quite like the look of a new Giant Rapid 4 (2011)!! which at some reputable online retailers is sold for £375

http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-gb/bik ... 844/45455/


Don't know what one to go for...? advice please..

Comments

  • lc1981
    lc1981 Posts: 820
    Out of interest, are you avoiding drop handlebars for some reason?
  • TomHut
    TomHut Posts: 19
    For the time being, Yes.. had a hip operation (clean up, not a replacement) 10 weeks ago and flexibility still isnt fantastic.. but need to cycle

    Cheers
  • lc1981
    lc1981 Posts: 820
    I guess that limits your choice somewhat. I'm not really sure whether these two are classified as road bikes or hybrids, but anyway, there's a review of the Dawes here in case you haven't already seen it.

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