Im new to road bikes, eyeing one of the boardman series, loving the lightweight feature which I cant get with the carreras. How much should i pay for this? Will the spare parts be expensive?
Just for daily commute to uni.
Much appreciated for any suggestions and advice!
by sylvestersimm
3 Comments
Looks great to me! Judging by some of the parts I can see, it looks to be 10-15 years old, but also a dependable bike in every way. Given the brand I’m going to guess you’re UK based, so I would say £250-350. Bikes depreciate, but this one wins for being classic and dependable. Just make sure it fits your size.
If you are only looking for a commuter and not looking to get into road cycling, I would recommend a Hybrid over this bike. A Hybrid will get you a lot more tire clearance (safer and more comfortable for city streets) and a more upright riding position, which makes carrying a backpack easier and the riding position more comfortable. This is not a bad bike, it would do the job, but I don’t think it’s the best solution
most important question. Will it fit?