I've been thinking for a while about getting a tourer. I've got a Spec. Sirrus currently, which I love, but am hankering after a new bike. A don't really want to go full out roadbike, as would love that opportunity to attach panniers and go over to Europe for a spot of touring. I've recently done a small trip to the Isle of Wight on my Sirrus, and that coped well with extra stuff laden on it, but as I said - really would love a new bike!!!
My LBS is thinking about getting in Kinesis bikes - and I've been recommended the tripster. This doesn't seem to have many favourable reviews, (on my v.quick look on the net), and has a hefty price tag. I would be able to get it on my CTW scheme though.
I love the look of the Revolution bikes (http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/browse/bicycles/touring-bikes). Wouldn't know whether to get the Traveller or Explorer - not that great with specs.
The Dawes is another obvious one to go for.
Quite confused really.
Which would you go for? Has anyone got one they'd recommend?
Sorry for another which bike thread. But thanks for any replies
My LBS is thinking about getting in Kinesis bikes - and I've been recommended the tripster. This doesn't seem to have many favourable reviews, (on my v.quick look on the net), and has a hefty price tag. I would be able to get it on my CTW scheme though.
I love the look of the Revolution bikes (http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/browse/bicycles/touring-bikes). Wouldn't know whether to get the Traveller or Explorer - not that great with specs.
The Dawes is another obvious one to go for.
Quite confused really.
Which would you go for? Has anyone got one they'd recommend?
Sorry for another which bike thread. But thanks for any replies