http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HoldsworthThat looks nice but who are the 'famous' Holdsworth?
Thanks. I have previously been (very) guilty of rushing in and buying 'bargains' which, well, turned out not to be bargains after all. The Felt looks a lovely bike and a really attractive offer but I am concerned about the componentry. If the bike will cost me £400, plus £80 for a decent saddle plus £300 to upgrade it to 105 plus plus then very quickly it looks like a lesser bargain.
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Why would you need to spend £80 on a saddle ? - You *might* like the stock item (OK, probably not )
I am more than content with a £21 Madison prime though (as used on the Genesis CdF).
And why the requirement to upgrade to 105 ? - Not much wrong with Sora (2013 onwards) unless you're desperate for the extra one gear or the hidden gear cables.
It's a pretty obvious answer, but you asked, because I know what works for me and stick with it. Better to spend £80one you know works for you than 5 x £20 trying those that may not, just like the one on my CdF doesn't. Same with the groupset - 105 is a pretty decent midpoint standard. Not too slick and not too clunky.
I'd go for a bike with 105 already fitted then, for example:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/felt-f75-105-2014/
Which is a significant step-up from the F95 over-and-above the 105 groupset.
Might be worth waiting a couple of months too - bargains to be had when outlets start clearing out 2014 stock (and even more desperate to move-on any 2013 stuff).
Merlin have, don't forget quidco
http://www.merlincycles.com/felt-f75-road-bike-2014-71825.html
In your part of the world (ish) too http://www.merlincycles.com/visit-us.html
Just change the tapeWill you please stop it. .
Edit: I just saw the blue version and resolved to buy it tomorrow. Until I saw the bloody white handlebar tape!!!