Ribble or Giant?

[FishFright]

The Giant looks to pretty sold out , bar the L at a warehouse

The Ribble looks to be in stock but watch out for option list-itus

 

[Cycleops]

Ribble are known to offer good VFM and Giant are famous for putting effort into well developed models and getting things right. I wouldn't make a choice based purely on the spec list. If you can give them a try. What about frame warranty? Decathlon do some very competitively priced model at this price point and offer a lifetime warranty on their frames.

Be aware that in a few months the cost could increase.

 

[nickAKA]

Ribble are doing a 'factory outlet clearance' this coming Saturday - it's instore only, first come first served, but if you're anywhere near Preston and want a bargain (from £250 up) it's worth getting there early. Link -

http://ribblecycles.co.uk/media/marketing-pdf/Ribble-List-of-Bikes.pdf?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=31JUL - UK ONLY - Warehouse Sale - Teaser - A/B&utm_content=A&utm_term=UK BASE - ALL SUBSCRIBERS

(assuming they have something in the correct size of course)

 

[Cycleops]

As far as I'm aware they do the 900AF in XS which is 105 and double. I'm sure they could get one in for you if not in stock.
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/ultra-900-af-road-bike-105-id_8377261.html

 

[Drago]

I'd incline towards the Giant, on the the basis that they're masters at extracting the best performance from each price point. However, Ribble are pretty decent spec for the pride if that's your thing, although that doesn't automatically bring a quality ride.

Probably the best bet is a test ride. You can't make an authorititative decision on the basis of a spec sheet.

 

[gmw492]

Thanks I cant get there for the start time, I dont drive and I've got things on at home, but thanks anyway for that.

I went in Ribble today to view a few bikes and had the same idea of going in Saturday for the factory clearance sale, on the way in 2 customers were leaving saying see you Saturday and when in the shop one employee showing a customer a Grand Fondo told her 3 bikes have already been sold to staff and they are expecting 300-400 people on Saturday, I have deceided to give it a miss

 

[vickster]

Don't think you'll go far wrong with an Avail

 

[NorthernDave]

I've got to say I'm hugely impressed by my Giant and would recommend the brand to anyone.
That said, Ribble do have some cracking deals.

Decisions, decisions...

 

[gmw492]

Thats a lot of people, did you see anything you fancied?
Did the bikes look nice?

Yes I thought that too , he said that’s what they were expecting, yes I quite liked the R872 bike they have it cheaper in silver but do prefer the black , Merlin close to Ribble also had some nice bikes on show too

 

[gmw492]

Merlin has some really great deals if you can get something in your size.

Yes they do , they have this on offer if any good to you
https://www.merlincycles.com/ridley-liz-a-105-mix-womens-road-bik-116093.html

 

[vickster]

I think theres no standover.
This is good value again, but the top tube is too high for me.https://www.merlincycles.com/ridley-fenix-c20-carbon-disc-road-bike-115933.html

That’s carbon not the alu you seek?

 

[vickster]

Yes I know I was just struck with what a good deal it was.

Would the XXS be too small? Although Ridley do come up on the larger size I believe. Says 162 cm or less, but has a 51.5 TT? I don't personally consider standover as I never do...reach is where it's at for me

Ashcycles have some great deals on past model Giant Avails, e.g.

https://www.ashcycles.com/site/liv-...avail-1-2016?zenid=hcc2b7v9i3amohv3m26tm7bia0

Or with discs (the fab Spyres, so you can have crosslevers if reach and hand size an issue with chunky 105 brifters)
https://www.ashcycles.com/site/liv-...-1-disc-2016?zenid=hcc2b7v9i3amohv3m26tm7bia0

 

[vickster]

I dont know 100%, I'd have to have a standover it.
I'll give them a ring tommorrow and see if they have them available to try. I once tried a bike at Planet X and it was 743 tt height and it was way too high.

743?

 

[Cuchilo]

I sway towards Giant .