Does it exist ?

[smutchin]

Bear in mind that geometry in real life can vary from the spec sheet so don't place too much faith in what the bike looks like on paper.

 

[macp]

Evans don't sell cube. Cycle surgery do I think

Could try a Cannondale synapse disc?

I don't think 8mm would make much difference, easily rectified with a shorter stem. Something else must make the Kinesis untenable IMO

Thanks again for all your input vickster. I dont remember my old Spec Secteur 56 frame giving me any grief. I always thought my Racelight was a little big when I bought it but it was too good to miss. I will admit there is an element of the new shiny bike syndrome.

 

[bonsaibilly]

Thanks that Whyte is superb will take a closer look.

Utterly, utterly terrible reputation for flaking paint, though

bb

 

[vickster]

Never had an issue on my two

 

[vickster]

Chucking this into the mix

http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/p...Frame_Medium?gclid=CJnn0ou14s8CFaUy0wodQpgJuQ

Shop is in Wigan so not as far as Tredz in S Wales

 

[Nibor]

Chucking this into the mix

http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/p...Frame_Medium?gclid=CJnn0ou14s8CFaUy0wodQpgJuQ

Shop is in Wigan so not as far as Tredz in S Wales

link not found.

 

[Gert Lush]

link not found.

Works for me? It's a Genesis Equilibrium Disc 20

 

[dim]

£1000 gets you a really good used bike on ebay ....

herewith a few examples after a brief look at ebay .... I have not checked sizes but it's merely an example of what can be bought if you are patient. None of these have disk brakes though: .... The Scott Foil looks like a really good buy for someone who will fit on it, but it needs to be checked properly as there are some paint chips

Specialized S-Works E5 road bike. Dura ace/Ksyrium ES. 54cm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Specializ...215140?hash=item4b0a6938a4:g:240AAOSwT6pVnsAw

I have one which is in mint condition, and mine has a full Campy Chorus Groupset .... I paid £500 for mine .... these are fast .... mine weighs approx 7.5kg
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Scott Foil 15 Di2 £1199.00 or best offer (I'm sure he would drop to £1000)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Scott-Foi...051756?hash=item43f75fae6c:g:VFMAAOSw4shX6ArC

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Giant TCR Composite 2 Ultegra (£600 buy it now)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Giant-TCR...065231?hash=item3d2898274f:g:Ch0AAOSwYIxYBJLo

 

[jowwy]

£1000 gets you a really good used bike on ebay ....

herewith a few examples after a brief look at ebay .... I have not checked sizes but it's merely an example of what can be bought if you are patient. None of these have disk brakes though: .... The Scott Foil looks like a really good buy for someone who will fit on it, but it needs to be checked properly as there are some paint chips

Specialized S-Works E5 road bike. Dura ace/Ksyrium ES. 54cm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Specializ...215140?hash=item4b0a6938a4:g:240AAOSwT6pVnsAw

I have one which is in mint condition, and mine has a full Campy Chorus Groupset .... I paid £500 for mine .... these are fast .... mine weighs approx 7.5kg
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Scott Foil 15 Di2 £1199.00 or best offer (I'm sure he would drop to £1000)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Scott-Foi...051756?hash=item43f75fae6c:g:VFMAAOSw4shX6ArC

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Giant TCR Composite 2 Ultegra (£600 buy it now)

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Giant-TCR...065231?hash=item3d2898274f:g:Ch0AAOSwYIxYBJLo

No disc brakes on any of those bikes.....OP stated he wanted them

 

[dim]

No disc brakes on any of those bikes.....OP stated he wanted them

I know ... thats why I said that none had disk brakes. I was merely giving examples of what I consider as good used bargains for the money he wishes to spend. If he searches ebay, I'm sure that he will find one with disk brakes and that fits, and that will be a much better bike than anything new for his budget

 

[vickster]

Carbon not great for proper mudguards or pannier rack if required for commuting

 

[smutchin]

If he searches ebay, I'm sure that he will find one with disk brakes and that fits, and that will be a much better bike than anything new for his budget

How will he know that it fits?

The general principle of buying second-hand to pick up a bargain is sound, but it's like you haven't paid the slightest attention to any part of the discussion beyond the budget.

 

[dim]

How will he know that it fits?

The general principle of buying second-hand to pick up a bargain is sound, but it's like you haven't paid the slightest attention to any part of the discussion beyond the budget.

he will buy one his size? .... That's what most people do

I have been paying attention and most people have been linking to brand new bikes .... My post was emphasizing the fact that if you are patient, and search for 2nd hand in good condition, you will get a much better bike for the same price

but obviously, it's the OP's money and his choice if he buys new or 2nd hand

 

[dim]

Carbon not great for proper mudguards or pannier rack if required for commuting

there are mudguards that fit on carbon bikes .... Pannier bags are not needed as one can use a rucksack or a handlebar bag

 

[dim]

OK .... here's a brand new one with disks .... Surly Disk Trucker .... £1080:

http://www.spacycles.co.uk/m1b0s21p3033/SURLY-Disc-Trucker

and Light Blue in Cambridge have a sale at the moment:
http://www.townsends-lb.co.uk/products/sale