Well just went to Halfords. But I'm a bit confused.
Whilst I know that I probably need a road bike lightweight, thin tyres etc. I'm not too keen on dropped handlebars. I mean, once I've finished this ride (I mean if I finish), I would like just a good "all rounder" to continue using.
The chap in the shop as quite helpful, if not a little disbeleiving looking at the state of me.
So I think I'll be looking at Hybrids.
Either the Carrera crossfire, or the Marasa Voodoo.
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id say a hybrid vs a road bike will probably end up costing you up to 5mph which on 1000 mile cycle is going to work out as a lot of extra time you'll spend cycling
ReplyDeleteid go roadbike all the way
I agree for such a long distance I'd go for a proper road bike. The handles are different but will just take a bit of getting used to I reckon. Do what myself and paolo are doing - we've promised ourselves lovely new mountain bikes when we complete this challenge.
ReplyDeleteI thought the same but being practical there is a limit to how much weight a road bike will take! The crossfire has had very good reviews as it has very thin tyres even for a hybrid. I've applied for the C2W scheme so will have a look within my budget.
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