Which bike is best?

[J-Lo]

Im new to touring, and to be honest don't know alot about specifics that make up a bike.

Ive narrowed my choice down to 2 bikes:

http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Dawes-Vantage-2011-Touring-Bike_33048.htm

http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Claud Butler-Claud-Butler-Regent-2011-Touring-Bike_34244.htm

as harry hill says.. but which is better?!

I wont be going half way round the world either, just trips for a week or so at a time, maybe more, maybe less but around that mark. These two are right in my price range also.

Any comments appreciated

 

[jags]

if you can test ride them then buy the one that's most comfortable for you,
equipment wise there much of a muchness, both will do the job no problem.

 

[JohnHenry]

Im new to touring, and to be honest don't know alot about specifics that make up a bike.

Ive narrowed my choice down to 2 bikes:

http://www.tredz.co....-Bike_33048.htm

http://www.tredz.co....-Bike_34244.htm

as harry hill says.. but which is better?!

I wont be going half way round the world either, just trips for a week or so at a time, maybe more, maybe less but around that mark. These two are right in my price range also.

Any comments appreciated

There's really only one way to find out -- BIKE FIGHT

 

[andym]

There's not really a lot to choose between them. The Dawes has slightly lower gears (and is red). Both would be fine.

But looking at that site the most popular sizes are sold out - so check whether the size you need is available. Bikes from Edinburgh Bike Coop bikes have a good reputation. Or if you don't mind a 'trekking' bike Decathlon do one that is extremely good value.

 

[J-Lo]

Thanks for the replies! I must admit I think I prefer the Dawes, its a good brand, and I like that is has slight lower gears.

JohnHenry - good to see a HH fan & someone who understood it

 

[Moodyman]

Get niether. Do as AndyM says and get yourself an Edinburgh Bike Coop Traveller. They're not much more than the two you're looking at and far better