I havn't really cycled much since I was a kid but am looking to get back into it to lose some weight. I'm not really looking for a real performance bike, just a decent one that won't give me too much trouble. I'll probably be riding on roads mostly but the roads around here are of the bumpy pot-holey kind so I figure a hybrid would be best suited to my needs.
I like the look of these 2 bikes and would like your opinion on which is better.
1. http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/bikes/hybrid-bikes-and-classic-bikes/raleigh-edale-womens-hybrid-bike
or
2. http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/bike...imited-edition-womens-hybrid-bike-2015-silver
Apparently the Carrera has better gears although the Raleigh does have decent enough gears. I like the look of the saddle and the handlebar position an on the Raleigh. I also prefer the thinner wheels. The Carrera tyres look more like a mountain bike type. The main thing that is making me consider the Carrera is the fact that it is half price and therefore must be a bargain! It's also almost exactly the same as the subway which i've heard great things about. Would the Carrera be a better option? If so why? Or should I go for what looks best to my very untrained eye?
Also I'm open to suggestions if there are any other models you think might be good in that kind of price range (under 300 euros).
P.S. I'd be happy to get a second hand one that was in decent condition but I really don't know enough about bikes to know what I'm buying from a private seller, I'd probably get done!
I like the look of these 2 bikes and would like your opinion on which is better.
1. http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/bikes/hybrid-bikes-and-classic-bikes/raleigh-edale-womens-hybrid-bike
or
2. http://www.halfords.ie/cycling/bike...imited-edition-womens-hybrid-bike-2015-silver
Apparently the Carrera has better gears although the Raleigh does have decent enough gears. I like the look of the saddle and the handlebar position an on the Raleigh. I also prefer the thinner wheels. The Carrera tyres look more like a mountain bike type. The main thing that is making me consider the Carrera is the fact that it is half price and therefore must be a bargain! It's also almost exactly the same as the subway which i've heard great things about. Would the Carrera be a better option? If so why? Or should I go for what looks best to my very untrained eye?
Also I'm open to suggestions if there are any other models you think might be good in that kind of price range (under 300 euros).
P.S. I'd be happy to get a second hand one that was in decent condition but I really don't know enough about bikes to know what I'm buying from a private seller, I'd probably get done!