MacRetro chat and rides thread

[Jamiedyer]

Thanks guys,
Not to worry K, it was just that when I logged in late last night and seen the low number of votes I just thought I would ask around.
Rob, you don't have to have a build thread, just if you do, then link to it. It's not a requirement though. A lot of people don't even have a thread of any description in the readers rides pages for their bikes but all are welcome. Basically as long as you or someone you know owns it, then it's in.

Jamie

 

[RobMac]

Re:

OK cool

 

[keithyr]

Announcement.....I'm coming out the closet, time to get my MAMIL on!

Looking at getting a road/cx type bike mainly for commuting and the odd road ride in winter, not got a scooby as to what's good and bad in this game.

So after a bit of advice as to any recommendations to look at.

Initial reading up has listed
Genesis croix de fer
Cannondale caadx
Boardman cx comp
Gt grade
Norco threshold
Whyte Suffolk

Any advice appreciated max cost is around 1000 as will be on bike to work.

Cheers

 

[Jamiedyer]

Have a look at Planet X as they have some really good bikes, either pure CX or gravel/road type machines for great prices.
Good to see you coming across from the Dark side make sure to drop into the Road section sometime and look forward to seeing you on Mr P's road ride at Loch Tay

Jamie

 

[Mr Panda]

Re:

Steel laddie, steel


I have a lovely Frenchie just waiting for you....................

 

[epicyclo]

Announcement.....I'm coming out the closet, time to get my MAMIL on!

Looking at getting a road/cx type bike mainly for commuting and the odd road ride in winter, not got a scooby as to what's good and bad in this game....

All good bikes.

But the keeper in there is the Genesis.

 

[Jamiedyer]

Yes, of course, steel is real
What is your little Frenchie?

Jamie

 

[kaiser]

Initial reading up has listed

Genesis croix de fer : Heavy but good looking
Cannondale caadx : Very CX so racy/nimble/flighty/harsh etc
Boardman cx comp : Same as Cannondale
Gt grade : By all acounts a decent bike, looks better in the flesh
Norco threshold : Dunno
Whyte Suffolk : Something about Whyte that turns me off so I've no idea if its any good but they seem popular.

Consider the new Charge Plug (may be over budget), Marin Four Corners, Specialized Sequoia or AWOL, Genesis VAgabond theres loads more really. I'd avoid the ends of the spectrum ie CX or Touring. The gravel bikes are plentiful and would be a better bet IMO.

 

[Jamiedyer]

From Mr K's list I think the charge plug or the AWOL would both be great machines. An Awol with all the Specialized bike packing bags would be cool.

Jamie

 

[keithyr]

cheers for the advice guys, on sizing looks like I'm right between L and XL or 58-60cm.

any advice on sizing, better to go larger for comfort?