Hybrid Commuting Bike

[stewpot]

Just to note, there are several models in the R7 range
Which one did you buy? Stirling?

Yep! Can't believe I wrote all that and didn't mention the model

 

[RoadRider400]

How far is the commute?
Flat or hilly?
What sort of terrain will be involved?
Do they need to carry much?

 

[Sloth]

You could look at the Merida Speeder range?
200, 300, or even the 400 (with some haggling) could be had in budget.

 

[Panscrank]

Specialized Sirrus 1.0.
£425.
Light and decent quality.

 

[Dadam]

I haven't tried any others but I've been really happy with my Giant Escape 2 Disc. Very comfortable, stable, and a fair turn of speed when you want. I've had it 3 years now and done 1600 miles.

 

[4F]

I bought the following for winter commuting which I have been very happy with.

It’s not the lightest but has hub dynamo lights, mudguards, rack, 700x38 tyres, disc brakes and is pretty bomb proof. I have been commuting on it now for 3 months and really pleased with it

ELOPS City Bike Elops 900 Step-Over - Dark Green £799.99
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/_/R-p...pp&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=productpage=

 

[All uphill]

I bought the following for winter commuting which I have been very happy with.

It’s not the lightest but has hub dynamo lights, mudguards, rack, 700x38 tyres, disc brakes and is pretty bomb proof. I have been commuting on it now for 3 months and really pleased with it

ELOPS City Bike Elops 900 Step-Over - Dark Green £799.99
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/_/R-p-x305017?mc=8611229&utm_source=mobileapp&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=productpage=

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That's a lot of bike for the money!

I hope you enjoy many, many more miles on it.