In about 5 months time, I will be eligible to buy another bike through the cycle to work scheme. I purchased a mountain bike this time around (specialized myka), and am thinking that perhaps as I get more comfortable and confident over the course of next few months, I will move over to a road bike. I also think a road bike may be more comfortable (and a bit speedier) over a 30+ mile roundtrip commute. I am mainly riding the Bristol to Bath Railway Path, Bristol City Centre, and some parts of Bath.
My plan over the summer is to complete a few 30-50 mile long rides over the course of the summer, and perhaps next year get into some longer rides (maybe 50-100 milers). But I feel I should probably get a cycle that is better equipped for roads (I don't ride off road at all).
My budget will most likely be in the £600 range, so what would people suggest? I figure if I start to research different options and bikes now, I'll be better equipped come winter. My employer uses cycle solutions, and they have a wide range of cycles, but I can also purchase a cycle through Cadence Cycles in Bath with the scheme.
Thanks ahead of time!
My plan over the summer is to complete a few 30-50 mile long rides over the course of the summer, and perhaps next year get into some longer rides (maybe 50-100 milers). But I feel I should probably get a cycle that is better equipped for roads (I don't ride off road at all).
My budget will most likely be in the £600 range, so what would people suggest? I figure if I start to research different options and bikes now, I'll be better equipped come winter. My employer uses cycle solutions, and they have a wide range of cycles, but I can also purchase a cycle through Cadence Cycles in Bath with the scheme.
Thanks ahead of time!