Road Bike

[leroyd]

Hi guys I'm new to cycling, so not too clued up with the best entry level bike. I'm thinking of getting me this

 

I want to train and do the Cape Argus Cycle tour with this bike. I can get it for R1200.

[Stricker]

Some nice tyres there  

[leroyd]

Has just been replaced

[Prince]

Can't exactly go wrong for R1200 as long as its the correct size for you.

[shaper]

what's your budget?

[leroyd]

How does one determine the correct size and what are features that's almost a must have to start with.

[shaper]

How does one determine the correct size and what are features that's almost a must have to start with.

rule of thumb http://www.hartscyclery.com/images/bicycle-sizing-chart-road-bikes.pdf

 

indicative online calculator http://www.ebicycles.com/bicycle-tools/frame-sizer

 

in depth calculator http://www.competitivecyclist.com/Store/catalog/fitCalculatorBike.jsp

 

You should be able to have an idea... then you can go to a local bike shop and sit on one your size and see if it feels right

[Job]

I also want but a road bike, budget 12k-15k. What would be a good deal?

[Tankman]

I also want but a road bike, budget 12k-15k. What would be a good deal?

Let me narrow it down for you:

 

Cannondale Caad8 Tiagra 10spd

Or

Cannondale Caad8 105 11spd

 

Just pick one and thank me later!

[Guest DieBees]

Hi guys I'm new to cycling, so not too clued up with the best entry level bike. I'm thinking of getting me this ImageUploadedByTapatalk1417088518.780473.jpg

 

I want to train and do the Cape Argus Cycle tour with this bike. I can get it for R1200.

Please dont..................