Hi
Im new to forum and road biking, I wish to purchase a new bike in the future, my budget is approx up to £800 by end of Jan to mid Feb. I am 6'2"-6'3" (not 100% sure, lol) so I see I should take a 58 - 59 - 60 (or an XLframe). So this is relatively simple.
I fully understand that fit is the main deciding factor and riding the bike is the best way to tell(so im not expecing a gospel answer to what size I need etc), however the use of the bike is a factor in size required. As I wish to cycle long distance 100+ mile on occasion and do time trials, whether set myself(for personal challenge) or through a club, I can hardly (as an untrained/newby long distance/TT cyclist) test ride the bike I am buying to this use exactly. So what may feel okay or perfect to me in a test ride round the city could potentially feel horrid after 50+ miles whereas some small difference could make all the difference. Therefore I'm hopeing anyone can give me some tips on what to look for for a bike for this purpose. I have read that a slightly smaller bike is better for longer distance as it allows a more upright riding position, anyone have an opinion on this?
I have a list of bikes I have looked at, all bikes can be sat on, measured to my anatomy and test rides are available (to my knowledge) and I have a local branch of this shop in my city (its where I bought my previous bike, which was a BMX that is now redunant as I used it as a compact commuting bike for a short commute, however I now live so close its useless to me)
Here are some bikes I have looked at. If anyone has any comments, or suggestions on alternatives to look at I am more than willing to check them out.
Evans Cycles | Claud Butler San Remo 2009 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Fuji Newest 2.0 2009 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Fuji Newest 1.0 2009 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Trek 1.5 Triple 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Cannondale CAAD 8 Tiagra Triple 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Scott Speedster S30 CD18 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Bianchi Via Nirone 7 Tiagra 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
I wish to buy a bike that will be able to grow with my ability, hence I am avoiding the cheapest options(although 1 or 2 are included above just to see if anyone has any comments) in order to get at least a decent frame that I can upgrade when the time comes, rather than hit a platou where the frame will prevent progress to soon.
Evans cycles do tend to allow a bit of flex in prie or throw in some essentials to sweeten the deal so im looking to max between £750 and £850 including a helmet and a ride computer (simply for speed and distance covered, no need for fancy features just yet)
Thanks for any help.
Im new to forum and road biking, I wish to purchase a new bike in the future, my budget is approx up to £800 by end of Jan to mid Feb. I am 6'2"-6'3" (not 100% sure, lol) so I see I should take a 58 - 59 - 60 (or an XLframe). So this is relatively simple.
I fully understand that fit is the main deciding factor and riding the bike is the best way to tell(so im not expecing a gospel answer to what size I need etc), however the use of the bike is a factor in size required. As I wish to cycle long distance 100+ mile on occasion and do time trials, whether set myself(for personal challenge) or through a club, I can hardly (as an untrained/newby long distance/TT cyclist) test ride the bike I am buying to this use exactly. So what may feel okay or perfect to me in a test ride round the city could potentially feel horrid after 50+ miles whereas some small difference could make all the difference. Therefore I'm hopeing anyone can give me some tips on what to look for for a bike for this purpose. I have read that a slightly smaller bike is better for longer distance as it allows a more upright riding position, anyone have an opinion on this?
I have a list of bikes I have looked at, all bikes can be sat on, measured to my anatomy and test rides are available (to my knowledge) and I have a local branch of this shop in my city (its where I bought my previous bike, which was a BMX that is now redunant as I used it as a compact commuting bike for a short commute, however I now live so close its useless to me)
Here are some bikes I have looked at. If anyone has any comments, or suggestions on alternatives to look at I am more than willing to check them out.
Evans Cycles | Claud Butler San Remo 2009 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Fuji Newest 2.0 2009 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Fuji Newest 1.0 2009 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Trek 1.5 Triple 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Cannondale CAAD 8 Tiagra Triple 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Scott Speedster S30 CD18 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
Evans Cycles | Bianchi Via Nirone 7 Tiagra 2010 Road Bike | Online Bike Shop
I wish to buy a bike that will be able to grow with my ability, hence I am avoiding the cheapest options(although 1 or 2 are included above just to see if anyone has any comments) in order to get at least a decent frame that I can upgrade when the time comes, rather than hit a platou where the frame will prevent progress to soon.
Evans cycles do tend to allow a bit of flex in prie or throw in some essentials to sweeten the deal so im looking to max between £750 and £850 including a helmet and a ride computer (simply for speed and distance covered, no need for fancy features just yet)
Thanks for any help.