Much needed advice

[odessouky]

Ok...

tried out the basic Sirrus today at Evans. Very light, actually too light, fast, but sloppy gears. I did not feel in control while riding it.

The sales man suggested I try the Specialized Globe Vienna 3, and I absolutely loved it. Just a fraction slower than the Sirrus (probably due to thicker tyres), but much more comfortable saddle, better seating position, much smoother gears, much softer ride quality, over all...just loved it.....its for £341.99

i am even thinking of shelling out an extra £100 for the Vienna 4 with hub gears...

What do you guys think...good choice? Will fit it with mud guards and rack etc...

And thanks for all the help I got here

Cheers

 

[mickle]

Have you tried a Gazelle @ Cycle Heaven on Bishy Road? A much more practical bike if you intend to wear a suit.

 

[mickle]

Evans don't need your money BTW.

 

[Sittingduck]

Not sure what you mean by sloppy gears. Sounds like they might not have bet setup correctly on the Sirrus. The Sirrus is one up from the Globe in the Spesh hybrid range but they both come in various flavours, so I guess there is some overlap. Both fab bikes and will take a rack & guards. I have the 2008 Globe (before they released the Vienna model) and it has served well over the winter - commuting 5 days a week and some decent weekend rides.

Best of luck
SD

 

[odessouky]

Evans don't need your money BTW.

I went to Evans to test drive.

Will buy from Bob Trotters, which is a LBS, and does NHS cycle scheme. Evans don't do it.

 

[odessouky]

Ok...so i went to almost all the LBSs in my area to test drive the bikes I have in mind...and I've come up with some interesting observations, as well as narrowing down my choices...

Will need some advice concerning my final options, but first i'd like to share some things I've noticed:

The guys I talked to in the LBSs were simply put, FANTASTIC. I don't know how to explain it, but I've never felt so much enthusiasm and passion in any shop I've been to before, and not only the LBSs but also at Evans. It seems everyone in the bike industry is helpful and just plain pleasant!

The other observation that I would like to share is that my personal needs and criteria for the bike I wanted to buy changed with almost EVERY bike I tried. Basically, the most important piece of information I got from this site is that the best bike for you is the one YOU like....

which brings me to my dilemma....After trying a dozen bikes....I still like more than one.....and I still need some final advice.....

My final choices are:

• Sirrus Sport: Was my very first ride...was terrified at the low weight...but now appreciate it more...from all the views here and practically EVERYWHERE...Specialized is the obvious first choice.
• Trek FX 7.3: Absolutely loved it....but the saddle horrible!!
• Trek FX 7.5: Fantastic ride, VERY light and fast!!....may push my budget if someone can convince me to go for it...
• Ridgeback Supernova: Quiet fast...nothing special
• Ridgeback Velocity: cheapest but did the job...lacks image...

• Globe Vienna 3.....very very pleasant ride...but slow and heavy..I know that this is the best choice for me, but after riding those super fast light bikes....I just wanted one of them.....I did my best to like the vienna...but just couldn't

What do you guys think?

Spesh?

 

[Sittingduck]

I have a Spesh and it's been a great bike for me this past 10 months...

Sirrus forthewin

SD