Arguably the best cheap, entry-level road bike on the market, the Trek 1000 is a mostly aluminium composition that a features carbon fork. The componentry on this bike is very basic and cannot be expected to compare well against top-of-the-line road bikes. But this bike can be bought for about $400 and at that price [...]
Cyclists looking for a fully carbon road bike that won’t completely break the bank should take notice of the Felt F1C. Although buying the F1C is still a pretty hefty investment, you can be sure the value you get for your money is good. With a geometry that encourages you to ride in an aggressive [...]
Competing with the better known brands in the middle price range is the Motobecane Le Champion, which has some quality parts but which also makes some compromises. You won’t have to look far to find a rider who is happy with the Le Champion, because the full Shimano Ultegra groupset, American Classic Sprint 350 wheels [...]
The LeMond Zurich is not going to win any prizes for originality or groundbreaking design, but it is certainly establishing a reputation as a super light, comfortable road bike. Aside from being very light (the full carbon frame, forks and stem ensure this), the Zurich is known to be very responsive to the cyclist’s demands. [...]
If simplicity, comfort and reliability are at the top of your list when shopping for a road bike, the Litespeed Firenze should be one of the first bikes you check out. With quality workmanship and a full Shimano Ultegra groupset, the Firenze is very much a get-on-and-ride-away bike. In fact, you will find that the [...]
Considered one of the very best options for cyclists who like to climb, the Orbea Orca is a great looking and distinctive road bike. Sporting a full Campagnolo Record groupset, carbon cranks and seatpost and ITM Visia bar and stem, the Orca is decked out with quality parts. The Selle Italia Signo Trans Am saddle [...]
The Specialized Roubaix Pro is an extremely comfortable road bike that does not look as flashy as some of its competitors, but which certainly holds its own in the performance stakes. If you are someone who traditionally struggles with discomfort when riding, this could be the bike for you. The vibration dampening Zertz inserts in [...]
Billed as an entry level to mid-level bike, the Trek 1500 came out in 2007 and has pleased plenty of road riders since. Featuring quality Shimano 105 parts, Bontager wheels and a firm aluminium frame, the Trek 1500 will allow you to do everything you want to on the road, and comfortably. It is particularly [...]
One of the more economical options for riders who plan to climb plenty of hills, the Scott CR1 is durable, quick and light. It is also an extremely stiff ride – some may say too stiff – that will immediately and accurately respond to your body. The full carbon frame is a real plus (especially [...]
Ranking at the top of cheap road bikes is the Giant OCR 3, a bike that is best suited to first-time riders. Entry-level riders can purchase the OCR for far less than its competitor bikes, allowing a chance to experience road riding. This is not the bike to get if you want to train for [...]