millypops82
New Member
Hi,
Have had a quick look through this site and realise I am asking the questions everyone else does - but here goes regardless!
I have just moved to Bristol from London and decided that a new start means a new life - and cycling instead of getting the tube. Also, have the Cycle to Work scheme so seems a waste not to get involved.
I am female, 5,8'' and work in a professional field - so will need to take suit, laptop on the back of the bike - so panniers are a must. Am 5,8'' and completely new to cycling, although not ridiculously unfit! Beyond the one nightmare hill in Clifton, is flat roads and bike paths all the way on the commute (3k each way).
So now the million dollar question. What bike and size? I am looking to spend approx £600-700 but include with that price all the accessories - lock, lights, panniers etc. From what I can see a hybrid or road bike seems the way. Like the idea of an upright position. My friend had round bars put on her Ridgeback bike and was great to ride. However, i will defer to your opinions. Hoping to pick it up this weekend.
Thanks in advance!
Have had a quick look through this site and realise I am asking the questions everyone else does - but here goes regardless!
I have just moved to Bristol from London and decided that a new start means a new life - and cycling instead of getting the tube. Also, have the Cycle to Work scheme so seems a waste not to get involved.
I am female, 5,8'' and work in a professional field - so will need to take suit, laptop on the back of the bike - so panniers are a must. Am 5,8'' and completely new to cycling, although not ridiculously unfit! Beyond the one nightmare hill in Clifton, is flat roads and bike paths all the way on the commute (3k each way).
So now the million dollar question. What bike and size? I am looking to spend approx £600-700 but include with that price all the accessories - lock, lights, panniers etc. From what I can see a hybrid or road bike seems the way. Like the idea of an upright position. My friend had round bars put on her Ridgeback bike and was great to ride. However, i will defer to your opinions. Hoping to pick it up this weekend.
Thanks in advance!