Hi.
I'm on the hunt for new bike (coming from an old hybrid). I did post a question on here the other day but now I've another question.
Bear in mind I'm 6' 4" and 17 stone when I ask this.
I am considering a hybrid as I feel it shall provide me with the stability I require (support for my frame) but also be light/fast enough to do 20 miles on it.
Taking it a step further, I'm wondering if I should consider a road bike so to do the extra mileage. The problem with this is a) can a typical road bike support my weight b) I just wouldn't use the drop bars and hoods don't give me much more confidence.
I'm very much considering the Giant FastRoad. The handle-bars look like a winner with the 'normal' brakes and grip-ends to stretch out a little.
Would a Giant FastRoad be suitable for my frame (they have narrowish tyres so I wonder not)?
Would a Cyclo-cross (CX/Gravel) be what I'm looking for?
Can anyone suggest a bike with the same design as a Giant FastRoad but with wider tyres to better support my frame?
I'm not fussed about saving bike weight as I won't be racing.
Thanks in advance.
I'm on the hunt for new bike (coming from an old hybrid). I did post a question on here the other day but now I've another question.
Bear in mind I'm 6' 4" and 17 stone when I ask this.
I am considering a hybrid as I feel it shall provide me with the stability I require (support for my frame) but also be light/fast enough to do 20 miles on it.
Taking it a step further, I'm wondering if I should consider a road bike so to do the extra mileage. The problem with this is a) can a typical road bike support my weight b) I just wouldn't use the drop bars and hoods don't give me much more confidence.
I'm very much considering the Giant FastRoad. The handle-bars look like a winner with the 'normal' brakes and grip-ends to stretch out a little.
Would a Giant FastRoad be suitable for my frame (they have narrowish tyres so I wonder not)?
Would a Cyclo-cross (CX/Gravel) be what I'm looking for?
Can anyone suggest a bike with the same design as a Giant FastRoad but with wider tyres to better support my frame?
I'm not fussed about saving bike weight as I won't be racing.
Thanks in advance.