Bike advice

[annabel taylor]

no babes 800 quid is the value of the bike, not the lock lol.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-...tonite+d+locks

lol i feel like a spa

Thanks for the link

[Best Before]

Any cyclists?

Looking to buy a new bike.
Been looking at hybrids. I greatly dislike road bikes your
Kinda thrown over the bars. Id be looking for a bike i could do good distance on including a few over 100km.
But also a good day to day bike.
Plus front and back carriers ideal (for dog)
Im 5ft 10 so am i better with a mens bike?

Any advice be great

Ive also had a few bikes nicked over the years but cycle to pub shit happens so be looking budget wise under 300

I cant have nice things

The Bike you need is called a Touring Bike. They are designed to travel long distances in comfort but not necessary speed. I think you you're being a bit unrealistic with your budget and like Zilch said you should be looking at spending at least twice that, otherwise you have nothing but trouble with it. These bikes come with mudguards, chainguards(important if you like wearing white socks ) Carriers (front and back) and set up with lights. These are going to be heavier than your standard road Bike they also have the correct gearing to suit all conditions. And if your going to tackle the Ring of Kerry you're going to need the low gears.

There's no point worrying about it getting robbed and Invest in a good lock and lock it around both the frame and Wheels. Most petty thieves won't go near it, if its locked well. A good lock will cost between €30 to €50 and is well worth it. You will also need some decent light weight rain gear and Helmets and Bicycle repairs kit, spare tubs and Bicycle pump. Allow a further €100 to €150 for this. All in all you won't come out with much change out of a €1000 but it will be the best money you ever spent. If you can avail of the "bike to work scheme" you will get your Tax back bringing this down to about €600. But I have found it vertically impossible to avail of this as a self employed person, but if you had a friend that you could buy it through their company and share the gains

I have given a link to a ladies and gents bike but you can look at other makes and in other stores. Don't be afraid to ask to test cycle them, and most good bike shops will set the bike up to your most comfortable position .

https://www.evanscycles.com/en-ie/da...-bike-EV238296

https://www.evanscycles.com/en-ie/da...-bike-EV274350

If you need any other advise just ask

[clarelad]

Go onto Done deal you will get something you want a 54 or 56 frame
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[lol brb]

Make sure you wear the right gear

[rbpdick]

r u looking for a riding partner

[lol brb]

Here's the bike for you, and within budget https://www.donedeal.ie/bicycles-for-sale/250/14568919

[philipkntz]

Here's the bike for you, and within budget https://www.donedeal.ie/bicycles-for-sale/250/14568919

Same seller is selling this, https://www.donedeal.ie/cots-for-sal...r-con/14568819 very handy if you have a baby moose but you might be able to adapt it for a dog.

[annabel taylor]

Here's the bike for you, and within budget https://www.donedeal.ie/bicycles-for-sale/250/14568919

delights of a thread a kind gent who wants into my good books is buying me one tomorrow for my birthday

Budget is much higher now

[Floki]

delights of a thread a kind gent who wants into my good books is buying me one tomorrow for my birthday

Budget is much higher now

If he is generous enough, maybe he'll buy Floki a new bike too

[annabel taylor]

If he is generous enough, maybe he'll buy Floki a new bike too

Computer says no