Advice on First Bicycle

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AndyDunfermline

New Member
Hello all,

I know this question has been asked quite a lot and I have read quite a lot of them but still would like a little advice/recommendations.

I'm going to start getting into cycling because of three reasons. One is to get fit, The second is I've always fancied getting into cycling but buying a decent bike has stopped me and thirdly I've just managed to get a bike certificate from work for £600 so can put that towards a bike/accessories.

I'm looking towards a hybrid as I'll be mainly using it on not so great roads, tracks, paths and maybe smooth'ish forestry tracks but also maybe commuting once I get a little fitter. The commute would be from Dunfermline to Edinburgh which I'm not sure if that is realistic to commute (19 miles each-way).

The bikes I've being looking at are:

Scott Sub Speed 30 2014 Hybrid Bike
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/scott/sub-speed-30-2014-hybrid-bike-ec056055

Pinnacle Lithium Three 2014 Hybrid Bike
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/pinnacle/lithium-three-2014-hybrid-bike-ec054694

Jamis Allegro Comp Disc 2014 Hybrid Bike
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/jamis/allegro-comp-disc-2014-hybrid-bike-ec054721

Would any of these be suitable?

Again, I'm not sure if I should be looking to spend the entire £600 voucher on the actual bike and use my own money to buy a helmet etc.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
 

vickster

Legendary Member
I am sure they'll all be suitable, being fast commuter hybrids with no suspension

As you have linked to Evans, go to your local stores and have some test rides - they have a very agreeable policy, just need photo iD and a debit/credit card. Each test ride will cost you a penny on your card. Take some time off work, better to do during the week than busy weekends

Have fun, go for the one that is most comfortable and makes you smile. Try to have a proper test on each, say 20-30 minutes

Although an utterly dull colour, the jamis has the best spec with disc brakes and carbon fork
 

MikeW-71

Veteran
Location
Carlisle
I agree with vickster, the Jamis looks like a great choice on paper. If you like the ride and it's comfortable, go for it. It also saves you some money to help with other kit you will need. Spare inner tube, patch kit, mini pump, multitool, saddlebag to keep them in etc.

Test them out and have fun :smile:
 
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