Hybrid bike recommendations

[danski]

Hello. Excuse the repeat but the most recent threads are nearly 10 years old so nothing recommended is still available.

Looking to spend absolute max £500, ideally less and wouldn’t be bothered getting second hand if it means a better bike for cheaper.

Mainly use on roads but with some woodland and riverside paths.

I’m 6’2 but don’t really have a clue about frame sizes and would want mudguards. Either coming with or the ability for me to retro fit.

Is it wise to buy something online without trying? I assume they need to be assembled on arrival. How does that work regarding returns, or, once ridden, there’s no return?!

Would be most grateful for any pointers <3

 

[Orang Utan]

it’d be a 58” or 60” frame. you should probably try before you buy though. no idea about which kinds though, looking for a new bike myself.
eta: actually i do have an idea. you might want to go for a wider tyre if you’re going off road a bit - the bike that got nicked a couple of days ago was an adventure road bike - mine was an Norco. it’s great for road and for off road - it copes well with cobbled towpaths and such

 

[weepiper]

it’d be a 58” or 60” frame. you should probably try before you buy though. no idea about which kinds though, looking for a new bike myself.
eta: actually i do have an idea. you might want to go for a wider tyre if you’re going off road a bit - the bike that got nicked a couple of days ago was an adventure road bike - mine was an Norco. it’s great for road and for off road - it copes well with cobbled towpaths and such

Hybrids are sold in inches or S-M-L type sizing. danski you're looking for a 23" or XL frame. Ridgeback make several dependable decent hybrid bikes around that price point.

 

[maomao]

I assume they need to be assembled on arrival.

Usually only need to screw on the pedals (no spanner needed) and tighten the steering axle (headset). Not really 'assembly'.

 

[beesonthewhatnow]

Right now, the hard bit is actually finding something in stock and available…

 

[beesonthewhatnow]

https://www.evanscycles.com/brand/pinnacle/cobalt-1-2020-hybrid-bike-931961

 

[danski]

Usually only need to screw on the pedals (no spanner needed) and tighten the steering axle (headset). Not really 'assembly'.

Ah, ok. I suppose it does need to be straightforward to avoid fuck ups.

 

[Orang Utan]

https://www.evanscycles.com/brand/pinnacle/cobalt-1-2020-hybrid-bike-931961

are those Pinnacles alright then - something about them being Evans own brand made me distrust them

 

[danski]

Right now, the hard bit is actually finding something in stock and available…

Blimey, is it still like that then?

 

[beesonthewhatnow]

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[beesonthewhatnow]

are those Pinnacles alright then - something about them being Evans own brand made me distrust them

A friend has one of their gravel/adventure ones (called “Arkose” iirc) and it’s really nice. They’ve certainly not had any issues with it anyway.

 

[beesonthewhatnow]

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[beesonthewhatnow]

Blimey, is it still like that then?

Yep

 

[Orang Utan]

Blimey, is it still like that then?

yeah, i've been looking online and it there's not much choice unless you either want a very very expensive one (3-7 grand) or an electric. The electric is tempting me but I fear it would not help my weight control, which is one of the main reasons I ride a bike

 

[TopCat]

I just got a xxl Ridgeback Comet through the cycle to work scheme. Delivered four days after order.

 

[maomao]

The electric is tempting me but I fear it would not help my weight control, which is one of the main reasons I ride a bike

You could get a job 50% further away from where you live than your current one and it would work out.

 

[Orang Utan]

You could get a job 50% further away from where you live than your current one and it would work out.

aye, I was thinking of going a longer route anyway, one with some climbs that are long and steady rather than steep and scary. Still resolved never to pedal unseated

 

[beesonthewhatnow]

Still resolved never to pedal unseated

Why

 

[Orang Utan]

Why

I didn't get on a bike to stand up! cycling's very attraction was cos I could get some exercise while sitting down. If I have to stand up, it means the slope is too steep, or I'm in the wrong gear. also feel less in control standing up

 

[TopCat]

I had my first ride on my new bike today. It’s so smooth. Although it’s been decades since I rode regularly I picked it up quick.
I’m hoping to avoid covid via this cycle plus get fit and get about quick.

 

[maomao]

I had my first ride on my new bike today. It’s so smooth. Although it’s been decades since I rode regularly I picked it up quick.
I’m hoping to avoid covid via this cycle plus get fit and get about quick. View attachment 283456

What size is the frame? Your saddle's as high as mine.

 

[TopCat]

What size is the frame? Your saddle's as high as mine.

It’s XXL I think a 23 inch frame and 700c wheels. BTW 700c? What alien measure is this?

I have a 36 inch inside leg so it needs to be big.

Where o where can I get an extra large helmet? I have a very big head. (Boomtish).

 

[weepiper]

It’s XXL I think a 23 inch frame and 700c wheels. BTW 700c? What alien measure is this?

I have a 36 inch inside leg so it needs to be big.

Where o where can I get an extra large helmet? I have a very big head. (Boomtish).

Specialized make their Align in an XL.

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[beesonthewhatnow]

BTW 700c? What alien measure is this?

Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of bicycle tyre sizes. Grab a coffee, it'll take a while...

Tire Sizing Systems

Several different systems of size markings for bicycle tires are in existence. The modern ISO system is not as familiar as it should be, this article explains it.

www.sheldonbrown.com

 

[TopCat]

Specialized make their Align in an XL.

Specialized Align II MIPS Helmet | Sigma Sports

Shop the Specialized Align II MIPS Helmet online at Sigma Sports. Receive FREE UK delivery on all orders over £60 and easy returns!

www.sigmasports.com

Thanks for the heads up but it’s out of stock. Big pricy? £45? Then again my motorbike helmets cost ten times that.

 

[TopCat]

Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of bicycle tyre sizes. Grab a coffee, it'll take a while...

Tire Sizing Systems

Several different systems of size markings for bicycle tires are in existence. The modern ISO system is not as familiar as it should be, this article explains it.

www.sheldonbrown.com

Ta. I’m going to read it in the morning, with my coffee.

 

[Saul Goodman]

It’s XXL I think a 23 inch frame and 700c wheels. BTW 700c? What alien measure is this?

It's the outer diameter of a 622 tyre.

 

[weepiper]

TopCat Only in black, the other colours are mostly in stock in that size. £45 is pretty budget for a cycling helmet. They make a cheaper version of it without the MIPS cradle (protects your brain from rotational forces in the event of an impact) but I wouldn't.

 

[TopCat]

TopCat Only in black, the other colours are mostly in stock in that size. £45 is pretty budget for a cycling helmet. They make a cheaper version of it without the MIPS cradle (protects your brain from rotational forces in the event of an impact) but I wouldn't.

That was painless. One x large in high viz yellow. Thanks

 

[TopCat]

Yeah it’s been nearly three decades since I cycled a lot. All the paths and Infrastrucure. It’s great.