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May be a stupid question but anyway. I am looking to buy a new bike but can`t find anywhere to buy one. Went to halfords but they only sell kids bikes any help would be greatly appreciated

Have a look in Yellow Pages (or http://www.yell.com) - I found a great shop near us through them that was cheaper than Halfords - near Harlow - if you live in Herts/Essex I`ll dig out the details if you need them.

Either Lidl or Aldi were/are doing one about now. I think it was about £170-00

How do you like this apple :

http://www.sterlinghouse.co.uk/Default.asp?Action=ViewBike&TableName=NewBikes&Model=G39

You may want to check the whole range : lifetime guarantee on these babies, too :-)

This item was edited on Monday, 15th July 2002, 11:55

Have a butchers @ http://www.evanscycles.com
Some very good deals on some good bikes. IMHO, it`s worth spending a bit more on a bike, because you`ll get better quality components that way. For 200-250, you`ll get something pretty smart. Try and get one with an aluminium frame, as these are lighter than steel, and so are easier to ride. My dad recently got himself a nice Claud Butler for £199, which I think is the cheapest aluminium framed bike on sale in the UK. In my experience, (and opinion) it`s worth reading some of the specialised bike press to get yourself familiarised with what are the better brands to go for. I`d strongly recommend avoiding the cheaper end of the market, like the Aldi/Lidl bikes, or the ones stocked by Argos or other `mainstream` retailers - heavy steel frames, lower-quality components, etc.

Bb (Anal bike person)

It`s also worth picking up and reading something like MBUK or What Mountain Bike. They often have review of the low end (sub £400) bikes and you`d be surprised at the difference between some of `em.

If you`re after something a little more juicy I can recommend a Ellsworth Isis from Freeborn in Horsham. Rides like a dream, but then you`d expect it too for £2,000! I`m very happy with my new one though :D

It Is Aldi this thursday, Looks a lot for your money.

cheers for the help guys. I am looking to buy one of the internet somewhere as i cycle to work and i can`t get time to get anywhere to buy.Nearest place is about 45mins to an hours drive.

This item was edited on Tuesday, 16th July 2002, 18:26

Giz,

Wow, that`s only about 10 times what my Raleigh Lizard cost back in 1990 ;-)

Seriously, don`t you worry about security with a bike like that? You`d need a pretty hefty "D" to keep the thieves at bay.

Mike

Yeah - I don`t leave it anywhere. Far too risky.

Even just convincing the insurance company that you`ve actually spent that much on bike is an effort!! Still - works out cheep if you compare it to the sort of money golf clubs charge for a years membership.....