Hybrid bike for new cyclist.

[Novice7]

Hi. Not long started cycling mainly for getting to and from work but want to start going longer more for leisure trips. Looking for advice on hybrid bikes good for taking on inclines etc. Not looking for new or spending a fortune. Any specific makes to look out for.....good and bad

Thanks.

 

[Spiderweb]

Any TREK 7 series FX is good. The 7.1FX is their entry level model, the higher the last digit the better the spec, 7.7 being the best.
Specialized Sirrus is also worth looking at.

How tall are you and what's your budget?

 

[dantheman]

So, you're looking secondhand? - eBay? If your patience t and can wait a little then bargains are about..

As for good and bad "brands" most bikes that were say £300+ new should be of reasonable build quality and reliable if they've been looked after.. Try asking in here about specific bikes if you see some you're interested in..

There's many good brands that are good, it's down to taste and personal opinion, you need to know roughly what size bike you need as buying one we the wrong g size will be a pain (literally when you start doing longer rides) I assume by hybrid that you'll pretty much be riding on tarmac but want flat bars?

Some good brands/model lines:-
Giant
Trek
Dawes (discovery range)
Specialized (sirruss very popular)
Aah too many....


Considered bad and to avoid:-
Apollo
Ammaco

I'm sure others will add more, carrera bikes aren't bad at their specific price points...

 

[jay clock]

I have Trek 7.1FX and good for a basic hybrid

One top tip is avoid anything with suspension.

 

[vickster]

Carerra Subway bombproof and plentiful. Heavyish so more suited to rougher terrain/roads

Whyte R7 models such as the Portobello can be a good ebay buy

 

[Cycleops]

You can get some great bargains secondhand if you're careful. Found this in your locale.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/new-unused-ridgeback-hybrid-bike-size-m/1308595780
You don't need the front fork suspension. Even an exotic Bianchi could be within your grasp!
https://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/bianchi-camaleonte-sport-disc-hybrid-bike/1308172002

 

[SkipdiverJohn]

A Nottingham-built Raleigh Pioneer from the 1990's, ideally go for a 12, 18, or 21 speed model. They are all solid well-made bikes and the higher-spec ones have pretty decent quality components and frames made of Reynolds 501 or 4130 cro-moly steel. Also consider buying a 1990's vintage rigid framed MTB from Raleigh or some other quality manufactuer and fitting road-oriented tyres for easier rolling and more comfort. Pretty much all MTB's will have at least 15 gears to choose from including some very low ones. No-one seems to want 26" wheel rigids these days so there are some good bargains out there.

 

[Novice7]

Any TREK 7 series FX is good. The 7.1FX is their entry level model, the higher the last digit the better the spec, 7.7 being the best.
Specialized Sirrus is also worth looking at.

How tall are you and what's your budget?

Thanks for the reply. I'm 5'9 and looking around the £250 Mark. Slightly more if needed.

 

[Novice7]

So, you're looking secondhand? - eBay? If your patience t and can wait a little then bargains are about..

As for good and bad "brands" most bikes that were say £300+ new should be of reasonable build quality and reliable if they've been looked after.. Try asking in here about specific bikes if you see some you're interested in..

There's many good brands that are good, it's down to taste and personal opinion, you need to know roughly what size bike you need as buying one we the wrong g size will be a pain (literally when you start doing longer rides) I assume by hybrid that you'll pretty much be riding on tarmac but want flat bars?

Some good brands/model lines:-
Giant
Trek
Dawes (discovery range)
Specialized (sirruss very popular)
Aah too many....


Considered bad and to avoid:-
Apollo
Ammaco

I'm sure others will add more, carrera bikes aren't bad at their specific price points...

Thanks for all the great advice. Appreciated.

 

[Novice7]

Pinnacle Neon, some goodish deals on the bay of the fleas at the moment.

Thanks for the reply

 

[Novice7]

A Nottingham-built Raleigh Pioneer from the 1990's, ideally go for a 12, 18, or 21 speed model. They are all solid well-made bikes and the higher-spec ones have pretty decent quality components and frames made of Reynolds 501 or 4130 cro-moly steel. Also consider buying a 1990's vintage rigid framed MTB from Raleigh or some other quality manufactuer and fitting road-oriented tyres for easier rolling and more comfort. Pretty much all MTB's will have at least 15 gears to choose from including some very low ones. No-one seems to want 26" wheel rigids these days so there are some good bargains out there.

Thanks for the great advice.