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| Gg89 | 14 Oct 10:04 |
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Joined: 14 Oct 2013 Posts: 1 Bike: | Hi there all I'm looking to buy a road bike I'm new to cycling but don't want cheap rubbish Any ideas of a good starter bike Thanks |
| dave559 | 21 Oct 15:04 |
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Joined: 21 Oct 2013 Posts: 1 Bike: | hi im new too jus got a 2013 giant defy 3 from what ive read they are quite good |
| Ianjoe03 | 24 Oct 08:14 |
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Joined: 13 Aug 2013 Posts: 7 Bike: | The first thing to decide before you buy, is what is your budget. Once you know that, then you can start looking as to what bike you would like to get. |
The-Unknown-Dog 
| 24 Oct 15:45 |
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Joined: 23 Oct 2013 Posts: 3 Bike: My Profile | It really depends on your budget for what bike you get a cheap starter bike would be a carerra or a borderman a mid range bike would be the specialized allez series a more expensive bike would be a cannondale or a scott |
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| Roxwellboy | 29 Oct 16:39 |
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Joined: 29 Oct 2013 Posts: 1 Bike: | As the others say you need to decide on your budget. - Remember that another £100 will generally buy much smoother gear changes, brakes etc. - Visit 3 different decent bike shops/chains and try a variety in your price range - Do not be phased by sales speak or enthusiasts snobbery - It's your money - Listen to All advise carefully - Only take what suits you because everyone has an opinion - If you feel you are being pressured walk away - There will be more sales & offers next week - Buy the bike you really like - Oh, don't forget to enjoy |
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