Help with a new bike, please

Hi Guys,
I was hoping for some advice on a first bike. I had set my heart on Boardman CX Comp but I missed the Cycle 2 work scheme and Halfords don't do finance deals. I couldn't afford the £550 for a bike then the added extras in one go. I was wondering if people could point towards some general makes which would be of similar spec or a bit better. The bike wouldn't be used for racing, it'd mainly be used for commuting 8 mile round trip, but on days where I finish late I'd obviously take it further. The bike would also be used as a fitness tool to overcome the monotony of running.
I'm based in Dundee, but will be around Ormskirk this weekend so could pop to Liverpool, Formby, Wigan etc.
Any help on a bike would be greatly appreciated.
Best wishes,
Matt
I was hoping for some advice on a first bike. I had set my heart on Boardman CX Comp but I missed the Cycle 2 work scheme and Halfords don't do finance deals. I couldn't afford the £550 for a bike then the added extras in one go. I was wondering if people could point towards some general makes which would be of similar spec or a bit better. The bike wouldn't be used for racing, it'd mainly be used for commuting 8 mile round trip, but on days where I finish late I'd obviously take it further. The bike would also be used as a fitness tool to overcome the monotony of running.
I'm based in Dundee, but will be around Ormskirk this weekend so could pop to Liverpool, Formby, Wigan etc.
Any help on a bike would be greatly appreciated.
Best wishes,
Matt
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