I haven't really cycled in 30 years. Up until getting my driving licence, I rode my 12 speed road bike everywhere. Obviously times and bikes were very different then; the bikes came with mud guards and wheel locks fitted (that horseshoe shaped one over the rear wheel fixed on the frame which probably could've been removed with a screwdriver).
So, 30 years is a lot of catching up to do.
I need a bike for a round town and also hoping to get on dirt roads & trails, as I live by South Downs. Maybe eventually getting into trekking/bikepacking.
I've kinda set my mind on Cannondale Quick CX 4 mainly because I really like the minimalist look of Bad Boy but need more versatility and it has a max load of 150kg. As a CX bike, it seems to be a good all arounder.
Reviews/comments about the CX 4 have been pretty positive from what I've read.
I also want mud guards and a good lock so I can ride in the rain and leave it outside while running errands.
Any recommendations for mud guards?
Any recommendations for locks? Do I need to lock front wheel as well? Do I need anti-theft wheel nuts?
Lights recommendations?
Are standard tires ok? Should I get bigger/fatter tires?
Any other gear I should invest in, besides a helmet?
So, 30 years is a lot of catching up to do.
I need a bike for a round town and also hoping to get on dirt roads & trails, as I live by South Downs. Maybe eventually getting into trekking/bikepacking.
I've kinda set my mind on Cannondale Quick CX 4 mainly because I really like the minimalist look of Bad Boy but need more versatility and it has a max load of 150kg. As a CX bike, it seems to be a good all arounder.
Reviews/comments about the CX 4 have been pretty positive from what I've read.
I also want mud guards and a good lock so I can ride in the rain and leave it outside while running errands.
Any recommendations for mud guards?
Any recommendations for locks? Do I need to lock front wheel as well? Do I need anti-theft wheel nuts?
Lights recommendations?
Are standard tires ok? Should I get bigger/fatter tires?
Any other gear I should invest in, besides a helmet?