commuter bike £300-£350

[john hufton]

Hi I'm looking for a commuter bike to do up to 60 miles per week but only have a budget of about £300 to 350. Would a Specialized Sirrus be any good, or can anyone recommend something better? Replies much appreciated. Thanks in advance.

 

[The Jogger]

These get a good write up.

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_551207_langId_-1_categoryId_165534

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_240363_langId_-1_categoryId_165534

 

[carpiste]

I`d personally get on the Evans cycle website, opt for the type of bike you`re after and search by selecting the price tags at the top.Whatever you fancy order and try it out. Evans are really good and will price match anything you go for.
I personally bought a Scott Sportster that I`ve got nothing but good things to say about.I`m also looking at a Scott road bike for the spring.
Good luck in your search, don`t forget to try a bike or two out before buying though.

 

[l4dva]

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/charge-plug-2010/

I dont have one personally... if I had the spare cash id love one though, nice cheap bike that wont cost a lot to run unlike my current bike that has a lot of expensive parts... only problem is lack of gears for the hills

 

[Sheffield_Tiger]

Do you favour drop handlebars or flats?

http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/ebw...2&f_SortOrderID=1&f_bct=c003155c018333c018336

Judicious buying should get you a rack and mudguards if required to come in just under your £350


Drop bars...over budget but if you can wait until the 2010 models are "old" might get £50 off
http://www.edinburghbicycle.com/ebw...4&f_SortOrderID=1&f_bct=c003155c018333c018335

 

[jimboalee]

You'll be surprised how versatile this bike is.

3 speed Sturmey, Dynohub, chainguard and step-through frame. Long splashflap and decent size backbox.

I'm sorely tempted to accept your low offer of £300, but I like it too much.

 

[Reiki_chick]

Scott Sportster gets my vote. I've had one almost a month now and I love it. It's made the commute fun again. Evans price matched an online bargain at Hargroves Cycles. Can't go wrong with that.

 

[HLaB]

Hi I'm looking for a commuter bike to do up to 60 miles per week but only have a budget of about £300 to 350. Would a Specialized Sirrus be any good, or can anyone recommend something better? Replies much appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Being a sirrus owner, I'd say that it'd be a wise move. I've not heard anything bad said about them; other than that they are so good/ fast/ enjoyable, you soon get bitten by the cycling bug have the urge to buy n+1 ;-) Try it out and see if you like it too.

 

[CanucksTraveller]

Specialised Sirrus is a good bike, or consider a Trek 7.1, maybe 7.3. (I would say that, I have a 7.3).

Don't disregard buying used, you could get a very nice one for £200 or less, that leaves you up to £150 to upgrade with mudguards, a rack, lights, and maybe a pannier. You will need a lock too. Don't scrimp on locks.
Extras I know, but if you are commuting, you want clean and reasonably dry legs and a clean dry arse, hence the mudguards. The rack and pannier is good if you carry clothes into work. Saves you cramming everything into a rucksack, you'll get a sweaty back. Lights are a no brainer, at this time of year you want good LEDs, so save maybe £40 to get a good set.

 

[jimboalee]

Specialised Sirrus is a good bike, or consider a Trek 7.1, maybe 7.3. (I would say that, I have a 7.3).

Don't disregard buying used, you could get a very nice one for £200 or less, that leaves you up to £150 to upgrade with mudguards, a rack, lights, and maybe a pannier. You will need a lock too. Don't scrimp on locks.
Extras I know, but if you are commuting, you want clean and reasonably dry legs ( 1 ) and a clean dry arse ( 2 ), hence the mudguards. The rack and pannier is good if you carry clothes into work ( 3 ). Saves you cramming everything into a rucksack, you'll get a sweaty back. Lights are a no brainer ( 4 ), at this time of year you want good LEDs, so save maybe £40 to get a good set.

1. Got a splashflap down to the floor.
2. Yeh, got mudguards.
3. Yeh, got a rack with a nice big box.
4. Yeh, got a dynohub.

 

[steveindenmark]

I have a TREK 7.3fx and it is a great bike for commuting, going through the woods, touring long distances with all the camping gear on. I cannot fault it.

It is light to lift around as well and fast.

Steve