Bike For My Boss

[Rob3rt]

There a LeisureLakesBike store in Nottingham, I know/knew one of the sales assistants there. Pop down and have a look.

I would imagine they should have some selection of bikes that would suit his requirements, and if not should be able to get them in to test ride.

 

[Jezston]

I'll ask him about that - we were going to have a look at the shops tomorrow lunchtime - work is west of Derby not in Nottingham but that store might not be too far away.

 

[Jezston]

Thinking about it more, I think a 'commuter' type hybrid with a fairly upright riding position and capability of taking racks and mudguards might be more appropriate buy than a more hardcore touring bike. The one I linked to above might be a bit too cheapo, so any recommendations or thoughts on this type are welcome.

 

[Iainj837]

Dawes Karakum; comes with a rack for luggage, and butterfly bars to help with the back pain.

http://www.dawescycles.com/p-23-kara-kum-gents.aspx

About £650

I would recommend the Dawes KaraKum, as I have one.
As I do sometimes suffer from lower backpain, the butterfly bars are a godsend.
The bike cost £749 got lights helmet cyclecomputer the total cost about £850 and got it on the cycle to work scheme.