New Bike recommendation

[Cap_Scarlet]

Hello all - my first post.

I am looking for recommendations for a hybrid / commuting bike.

I currently have two mountainbikes and two race bikes but none seem to match what I am looking for. My ride home from work is about 14 miles all uphill! The mountainbikes seem a bit cumbersome and heavy and the race bikes too extreme. Therefore I am thinking about investing in a bike which is VERY ligh and comfortable.

Weight is more important than anything else.

I am happy to spend around 1,000.

Thoughts?

 

[The Jogger]

Look at the top of the range Sirrus hybrid like a road bike but straight handlebars.

 

[The Jogger]

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/specialized/sirrus-expert-2010-hybrid-bike-ec020014?query=sirrus


This is it!

 

[monnet]

Most manufacturers do something with full guard clearances, pannier rack stays and for the hill (and presumably extra weight of carrying clothes etc) stick a compact/triple on.

I ride a Ribble winter/audax with 105 triple and a rack. Works a dream. And it's ideal for taking on a bit of a longer spin post work if I fancy.

 

[hackbike 666]

14 miles uphill?...do you live on the moon?

 

[Browser]

I ride a Ribble winter/audax with 105 triple and a rack. Works a dream. And it's ideal for taking on a bit of a longer spin post work if I fancy.

Any chance of a piccie or two to drool over please?

 

[Cubist]

That sort of cash will get you a Boardman Hybrid Pro , the upright side of really sporty, and very light at 21lb It comes with a 50/36 compact over a 11-32 cassette. Your commute home sounds fun, I thought mine was 'orrible at 6 miles uphill!

 

[HJ]

You'd be better off with a triple than a compact double chain set for commuting up hill, unless to are a racing pro...

 

[chap]

Get an M6L Brompton, that'll do the trick.

 

[Browser]

Noooo, he said hybrid/commuter, not a kiddies toy......












Quickly don's kevlar helmet and dives into slit trench!!!

 

[Matty]

One gear is plenty. Keeps you fit!

 

[neslon]

Direct Line bought me a Sirrus Comp, which has just had its first few outings. A fine commuter bike and one which is great on hills.

Shame I'm sh1t at them.

 

[Maz]

I would recommend a top end Specialized Sirrus or one of the Boardman bikes. Fella at work just bought one on the C2W scheme.

 

[TheBoyBilly]

You really are spoilt for choice with that sort of money. I'd get down to an LBS that does a few brands and tell 'em what you're after and undersell your budget by, say, £200 (£800 is still an impressive amount for a hybrid). Have a test ride of a few, then if you want, go for the next model up or add a few extras such as nice lights, waterproofs etc.

 

[TheBoyBilly]

Just had a quick look at the Kona webbie and the Zing looks nice @£750. You could even get the even better Zing Deluxe for your top-end spend. Happy hunting.