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Need help choosing a bike!

Chazfem · 2015-03-29 16:53:38

I'm new to cycling and will only be a casual rider. I'm really just looking to lose some weight and am not looking for a real performance bike, just a decent one that won't give me too much trouble. I'll probably be riding on roads mostly but the roads around here are of the bumpy pot-holey kind so I figure a hybrid would…

29-03-2015 4:53pm

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Chazfem

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I'm new to cycling and will only be a casual rider. I'm really just looking to lose some weight and am not looking for a real performance bike, just a decent one that won't give me too much trouble. I'll probably be riding on roads mostly but the roads around here are of the bumpy pot-holey kind so I figure a hybrid would be best suited to my needs.

I've really got it down to 2 bikes and would like your opinion on which is better.

1. Raleigh Edale Womens Hybrid Bike
2. Carrera Parva Limited Edition Womens Hybrid Bike 2015

(Both of there are on the halfords website, sorry I wasn't allowed to post links because I am a new user)

Apparently the Carrera has better gears although the Raleigh does have decent enough gears. I like the look of the saddle and the handlebar position an on the Raleigh. I also prefer the thinner wheels. The Carrera tyres look more like a mountain bike type. The only thing that is making me consider the Carrera is the fact that it is half price and therefore must be a bargain! Would the carrera be a better option? If so why? Or should I go for what looks best to my very untrained eye?

Also I'm open to suggestions if there are any other models you think might be good in that kind of price range (under 300 euros).

P.S. I'd be happy to get a second hand one that was in decent condition but I really don't know enough about bikes to know what I'm buying from a private seller, I'd probably get done! So if anyone knows of a good second hand bike shop in the sligo/mayo area that would be great.

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