jay clock
Massive member
- Location
- Hampshire UK
what bike for a maiden London - Paris ride??
- Thread starter Sidney B
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Ming the Merciless
There is no mercy
- Location
- Inside my skull
Sirrus is perfect for the London to Paris ride you describe. Stick with the bike you are comfortable and familiar with.
Hi. It’s an organised group ride, with a support van following (swanky!). So no need for any additional weight
Cheers
Sid
vickster
Legendary Member
Another option?
https://www.ashcycles.com/site/defy-range-2016/giant-defy-2-2016?zenid=63thld891256fc8vsglal92441
Check sizing with shop, but would assume largest (XL)
https://www.ashcycles.com/site/defy-range-2016/giant-defy-2-2016?zenid=63thld891256fc8vsglal92441
Check sizing with shop, but would assume largest (XL)
Shortandcrisp
Über Member
I have a Sirrus and would have no issues riding to Paris on it. Have you considered that using a drop bar bike might actually prove harder if you haven’t ridden a road bike for some time. It takes a little while to adjust to the new position. In your shoes I’d invest in some better wheels and tyres for the Sirrus and some bar ends if you don’t already have them.
Great shout...thank you!
Have been recommended Giant Defy and these guys are quite near to home so will check it out
Have you got a bit of time to get used to a new bike before your ride?
My first road bike for many years was a 2010 allez. The lowest spec new one just about hits your price point. You might want to change the tyres, but it would be another option. You'd also need to familiarise yourself with it before your ride.
My first road bike for many years was a 2010 allez. The lowest spec new one just about hits your price point. You might want to change the tyres, but it would be another option. You'd also need to familiarise yourself with it before your ride.
biggs682
Itching to get back on my bike's
- Location
- Northamptonshire
Use your Sirrus if you are comfy with it
yep - ride is in July, so a fair bit of time to acclimatize.
have had my eye on this on ebay https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2014-Giant-Defy-Composite-2-XL/303115777836
though having said that , i wonder if ebay/gumtree is a good route to go down?
DCBassman
Guru
- Location
- The lumpy far South West
Worth checking if you're nearby.
vickster
Legendary Member
Always ask to see the receipt or proof of ownership if spending ££ on a newish bike
Used carbon, check over v carefully
Buying used you don’t get the benefit of a manufacturer frame warranty and you may need to replace worn parts
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How far is your current commute? It might be worth doing some longer rides (30 miles+) on your current bike just to see how you feel on it. A slightly ill-fitting bike may only become noticeable over distance. It will also give you a better idea what you need in a new bike. I don't have a problem with ebay (gumtree I'm a bit more suspicious about) and you can get some amazing bargains with a bit of patience. Bikes, like gym membership, are often bought and not used.
As a fellow skinny longshanks (6'6" with a 32" waist), I can recommend Lusso bib-shorts. If you email them your measurements they will make you a pair up to fit (off the shelf bibs will likely dig into places that shouldn't be dug into!). I think they charge something like 20% on top of the standard price.
As a fellow skinny longshanks (6'6" with a 32" waist), I can recommend Lusso bib-shorts. If you email them your measurements they will make you a pair up to fit (off the shelf bibs will likely dig into places that shouldn't be dug into!). I think they charge something like 20% on top of the standard price.
This is great advice, thank you!
My commute is 11 miles each way....was tough in the first few weeks but fairly easy now. Haven’t ridden any further than that in a single ride yet.
Cool. If you're commuting that far regularly a 30 or even 40 mile ride shouldn't be too much of a challenge. Pace yourself, stay hydrated and take a snack or two. Banana and a flapjack would do me. Once you get a bit of fitness it's amazing how far you can get. It's often the time that will curtail a ride rather than tiredness.
