Woman's entry level all-rounder?

sam_anon

Hi all,

I'm looking for a bike for my partners birthday. Around the £400 mark.

I've done some research and come across the below bikes.

Any pointers in the right direction would be great.

http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/product ... mens-bikes

http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/product ... mens-bikes

http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/product ... mens-bikes

sam_anon

Just seen this one too.

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/pin ... 76#reviews

sam_anon

Hi.

It'll be road, cycle paths or smooth trails at the very most.

It's odd, I rode with V brakes for ages after discs became the norm, and can vouch for their performance, but seem to be leaning towards discs in this case.

baudman

I'm assuming it's to be a surprise?

The best bike is the one she will want to ride the most. So yes, that's all the above about where she's going to ride, how often etc. But really, you have to love your bike.

Would it be possible to 'spring' the surprise on her at a bike shop? Take her out for breakfast, then into the shop for her present? Then she can test ride and choose what she likes.

The Vita is good though - very spritely.