mikeloveshisrockhopper
Active Member
Hi all,
I just thought I would post a 6 month review of the Defy 1. In summary, it has become an obsession and every moment on it is a joy. After years of using a mountain bike (which I still do, Specialized Rockhopper), it was a shock at first (no suspension, only 2 chain rings etc.) but with time and practice, I have learned to love it.
It's quick on the straight, VERY comfortable and loves hill climbs. My typical ride is between 40 and 80 mile which is completed with relative ease.
So if you're considering it and you are after a well specced and comfortable sportive bike, do it. I paid £899 in January but I am starting to see if for as little as £750. Worth every penny.
Cheers
Mike
I just thought I would post a 6 month review of the Defy 1. In summary, it has become an obsession and every moment on it is a joy. After years of using a mountain bike (which I still do, Specialized Rockhopper), it was a shock at first (no suspension, only 2 chain rings etc.) but with time and practice, I have learned to love it.
It's quick on the straight, VERY comfortable and loves hill climbs. My typical ride is between 40 and 80 mile which is completed with relative ease.
So if you're considering it and you are after a well specced and comfortable sportive bike, do it. I paid £899 in January but I am starting to see if for as little as £750. Worth every penny.
Cheers
Mike