hybrid bike for 400

javidr

Hi

I have a Falcon Adventurer and i tried to go a step forward buying a cx bike, but i didnt feel very confortable

So i decided to buy a new hybrid bike, for some road routes, etc

Which one would you recommend for 400 pounds? I have seen the Boardman Race 2014 and looks nice, but the crank is too big (50) and the cassette doesnt seem to be very progressive (11-32 9 speed)

What would you recommend?

Thanks

supersonic

If you want a fast, flat bar type of road bike, then this is a great buy:

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/btwin-fit-50 ... 39798.html

markhewitt1978

Boardman hybrids are generally well regarded.

javidr

I almost made my mind... Trek 7.2, 7.3 8.2 8.3
Specialized sirrus or specialized sirrus sport

Anybody has one of those?

markhewitt1978

JaviDR wrote:

I almost made my mind... Trek 7.2, 7.3 8.2 8.3
Specialized sirrus or specialized sirrus sport

Anybody has one of those?

The DS and FX are basically the same but the DS has suspension. You need to work out if you need suspension. Usually of you aren't sure it means you don't.

javidr

Ok no suspension then.. It is between those 2 specialized and the trek fx

supersonic

Why not the Decathlon? Lighter, better equipped and cheaper.

javidr

50 crank looks like too big.. I would prefer 46 or 48. Are components in btwin better than in specialized sirrus?

supersonic

Yes, carbon bladed fork, and even compared to the higher model, better shifters. Nice wheels and tyres too, the whole thing only weighs 24lbs.