Damn Damn Damn

Xascent

HI
New here and new to cycling, just getting interested in the sport as a cross training platform for my running, but have got so caught up in all the chat and advice, I can't wait to get a bike! Beginning to think I should have done it years ago.
So usual newb question, which bike?
Was all set to go get a Triban 3 from Decathlon as they are so recommended by many, but decathlon just told me they discontinued it! Damn,damn,damn missed out! The replacement isn't a patch by the look of it, even the staff there didn't rate it. How could they do this to me. Seems daft to have a winner product and replace it with a lemon.
So anyone know where I could look next? I am on a tight budget unfortunately having lost my job.
Thanks

danlikesbikes

2nd hand Triban? Lots of people have bought them & they are rated highly but because of that there are plenty around. Are a good bike to start with, the only issue is a lot of people have them as a first bike then upgrade & keep the older bike as commuter or winter bike so you might find it hard to locate a good one.

Check the for sales sections on BR and see if any come up.

zoltansocrates

Xascent wrote:

HI
New here and new to cycling, just getting interested in the sport as a cross training platform for my running, but have got so caught up in all the chat and advice, I can't wait to get a bike! Beginning to think I should have done it years ago.
So usual newb question, which bike?
Was all set to go get a Triban 3 from Decathlon as they are so recommended by many, but decathlon just told me they discontinued it! Damn,damn,damn missed out! The replacement isn't a patch by the look of it, even the staff there didn't rate it. How could they do this to me. Seems daft to have a winner product and replace it with a lemon.
So anyone know where I could look next? I am on a tight budget unfortunately having lost my job.
Thanks

theyve discontinued it but that doesnt mean they arent available, get the decathlon chap to check nationwide stock - i know for a fact there are at least ten on display in edinburgh at the moment, as i write

cyberknight

They have discontinued it because the new model is coming out
The 3a now comes with microshift rather than 2300 , nowt wrong with them.
The new 5a looks to be the bargain though as it
has the new 9 speed sora without the thumbshifters for £399
linky to another bike radar thread with links to the bikes...
viewtopic.php?f=40042&t=12909451

Xascent

cyberknight wrote:

They have discontinued it because the new model is coming out
The 3a now comes with microshift rather than 2300 , nowt wrong with them.
The new 5a looks to be the bargain though as it
has the new 9 speed sora without the thumbshifters for £399
linky to another bike radar thread with links to the bikes...
viewtopic.php?f=40042&t=12909451

The Triban 5A does look like a good second choice, I would have bought one but they stopped making it in my size! 63, so might be a risk to buy and regret it being bit too small later on, but maybe I will, I was told by the decathlon guy that it's easier to make a small bike bigger but not vice versa. By the way they just put the price up! £429.
Have you any experience with microshift? Done a internet search and not too many positive comments around.

Xascent

theyve discontinued it but that doesnt mean they arent available, get the decathlon chap to check nationwide stock - i know for a fact there are at least ten on display in edinburgh at the moment, as i write[/quote]

Checked. nothing anywhere my size, 63 even if their was they were unlikely to transfer to my local shop.

Any ideas for alternative brand ?

cyberknight

[quote="Xascent"
Have you any experience with microshift? Done a internet search and not too many positive comments around.[/quote]
Yes i have used microshift and as an entry level groupset they are fine, they have a more positive click rather than the soft feeling you get with shimano 2300 .My LBS actually had never seen them till i took a bike in with it and they said they liked it.
The paddle under the brake lever works for the down shift on the right and a little lever you can reach from the hoods or drops on the outside does the upshift if i remember rightly.It has been a couple of years since i had the bike with them on as i sold the bike to make room in the fleet for a newer bike.
A pro team uses microshift , they might be a sponsor but they would not use it if it did not work well enough.
http://www.bikeradar.com/gallery/articl ... e-35050/23

zoltansocrates

Xascent wrote:

theyve discontinued it but that doesnt mean they arent available, get the decathlon chap to check nationwide stock - i know for a fact there are at least ten on display in edinburgh at the moment, as i write

Checked. nothing anywhere my size, 63 even if their was they were unlikely to transfer to my local shop.

Any ideas for alternative brand ?[/quote]


did he check the computer in front of you~? because he is talking crap - i was in decathlon earlier and as i say loads, if you want ill go and check if your size is there, any excuse really

animal72

On the plus side, if you need a bike that big you should be able to find some old-stock in one of the big sellers at a big discount. Get your fingers going, and good luck.

Xascent

zoltansocrates wrote:

Xascent wrote:

theyve discontinued it but that doesnt mean they arent available, get the decathlon chap to check nationwide stock - i know for a fact there are at least ten on display in edinburgh at the moment, as i write

Checked. nothing anywhere my size, 63 even if their was they were unlikely to transfer to my local shop.

Any ideas for alternative brand ?

did he check the computer in front of you~? because he is talking crap - i was in decathlon earlier and as i say loads, if you want ill go and check if your size is there, any excuse really [/quote]

Yes they had a few smaller ones scattered around the country but no 63 sizes, and yes the guy checked in front of me. Where abouts are you if they are in stock there ?

Bustacapp

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