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Hi folks , im dipping my toes in the water to see if I like touring on a bike & as im a complete novice I would appreciate some advice. My plan is to do two weeks cycling in Scotland with some friends , probably in June & see if I like it. I don't want to spend a lot on setting up , just in case I decide its not for me , but even if I decide not to do any more touring, I will use the bike for going to work on , which would only be about a mile in each direction. My question is can I get a budget bike for this tour & possibly further tours in Europe if I take to it for a reasonable price , under £500. I forgot to mention that I can get this through the cycle to work scheme , which reduces the price somewhat , although im not sure by how much. I will need panniers & racks , we plan to camp , the helmet ,camping gear & enthusiasm are the only things I have at the moment , so any advice would be appreciated. If I can buy British then all the better , but im open to any suggestions , thanks