Buying advice for a Newbie

Ryaneire
Ryaneire Posts: 3
edited October 2016 in Road buying advice
I'm sure this question has came up a thousand times before so once more won't hurt..

Completely new to cycling and I want to buy a bike for primarily road cycling combined with the odd commute to work but this wouldn't be the primary reason for buying. I envisage myself joining a club further down the line for long road cycles.

Budget wise about £1,000 and I've seen this on offer for £849 in the local store. BTWIN Ultragra 720 AF

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/ultra-720-a ... 31274.html

Would this be a good buy given the above and also any other recommendations?

Apologies as I'm sure this question is quite repetitive / tedious for the longer term members.

Cheers

Comments

  • Fypo
    Fypo Posts: 24
    Its an amazing deal at £1000 and your getting it at a discount, you wont find anything with better components than that within your budget, most bikes around that price will have tiagra/105. If I was you I would get that bike before someone else buys it.
  • mrb123
    mrb123 Posts: 4,620
    In case you hadn't seen this already. Boardman looks great if you decide against the BTWIN


    http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/arti ... 000-29719/
  • Ryaneire
    Ryaneire Posts: 3
    Cheers yeah thought it was a good deal for £849.
    Will take a look at the Boardman now too as I've a cycle to work scheme with Halfords who I think supply these!
  • dj58
    dj58 Posts: 2,217
    Go to the store to see if you like it in the flesh and only buy if they have it in the correct size for you.
  • mrb123
    mrb123 Posts: 4,620
    http://www.rutlandcycling.com/advanceds ... a5daebf45f

    Couple of great deals on Cubes here. As above though, only any good if they fit you well.

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