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Beginners road bike for a big bugger ... Posted on: 01.08.2011 by Spencer Kilcoyne Ahoy,I've got an off road bike (a 2008 Trek 6300 which is rather nice) as I used to do a load of offroad biking when I was a kid. The thing is even with slicks it's not exactly nippy on the road, and as I do far more road cycling than anything else, I'm considering getting a road bike to commute on, and to go out with my mates who are mostly roadies. Thing it I'm a big lad (6'5" and around 17 stone / 240 lbs) so I'm going to need a big bike, and as I'm only starting out, I don't want to spend a fortune ( | |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 03.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by Paka Ono
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| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 02.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by Garygary1
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| Lin Danek 01.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by Sherlock Ohms
Ride safe mate. |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 01.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by JonathanBlake
Now to find a cheap one close to me on eBay ... |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 01.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by photojojo
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| Spencer Kilcoyne 01.08.2011 | Ahoy, I've got an off road bike (a 2008 Trek 6300 which is rather nice) as I used to do a load of offroad biking when I was a kid. The thing is even with slicks it's not exactly nippy on the road, and as I do far more road cycling than anything else, I'm considering getting a road bike to commute on, and to go out with my mates who are mostly roadies. Thing it I'm a big lad (6'5" and around 17 stone / 240 lbs) so I'm going to need a big bike, and as I'm only starting out, I don't want to spend a fortune ( |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 03.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by Paka Ono
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| Neville Blackinton 02.08.2011 | Not sure how things work in the UK but you can find great deals on used bikes on Craigslist. Is there an equivalent of Craigslist in the UK? And you will want a to find a 60-62cm frame. That will fit your height/inseam the best. Good luck! |
| Roy Houn 02.08.2011 | i managed to get my felt hybrid half price brand new as it is the 2010 model doesnt bother me especially as it saved me like |
| Maisie Marras 02.08.2011 | look, i totally get the design and planning that goes into these bikes. i have a massive respect for that. but unless the chain is made out of gold and lubed with (illegal) wale fat im not paying more than 500 usd for a bike. 500 usd being way up there too. my own limit would be 250. and that sucks, because i want a road bike |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 02.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by Garygary1
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| Chas Giraldez 01.08.2011 | I would say that you should aim for a road bike with a high quality steel frame. Steel is really good for big guys because it absorbs most of the shock, making a buttery smooth ride. Plus, i'll never break something like this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Surly-Long...item19c717db3f |
| Roy Houn 01.08.2011 | i just got rid of my hardtail mountain bike and bought myself a felt qx75 hybrid and i love it. So much better to ride on the roads compared to the mountain bike and thats all i do tbh so it suits me now. |
| Lin Danek 01.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by Sherlock Ohms
Ride safe mate. |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 01.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by JonathanBlake
Now to find a cheap one close to me on eBay ... |
| Lin Danek 01.08.2011 | The Specialized's geometry will probably suit you better and the entry level Specialized is more of a Specialized than the Trek is a Trek. The Specialized's geometry will also give you a more stable front end if you need to extend the stem. |
| Spencer Kilcoyne 01.08.2011 |
Originally Posted by photojojo
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| Spencer Kilcoyne 01.08.2011 | I was mostly concerned with frame geometry. My height is mostly in my back (I've only got a 34" inside leg) so I'm assuming I'd need a long top tube, or an extension on the stem ... |
| Leeanna Ayla 01.08.2011 | They both look to come with 105 and the same wheels so ride is going to be the biggest deciding factor I believe. The smaller rear triangle on the Giant will be a stiffer, but more responsive ride than the Allez I believe, something you're probably not interested in. I've always liked Specialized more than Giant fwiw. |
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