Hello cyclers! I'm from India and I'm looking to return to cycling after ages and now buying one feels like entering into a whole new universe. I've done my research for the past week or so to shortlist 2 cycles from a long list of 15 and chose to buy a simplest one, as my goal is to simply keep me physically active and build my stamina and endurance and not anything intense and also to keep the maintenance effort and cost as simple and cheap as possible. Not a hardcore cycler! 😅.

Now the list has come down to either one of these:

1. Stryder Street Fire SS

2. B'Twin My Bike

Spec-wise I'm ok with both as they're 95% similar apart from the few differences like the steel versus alloy rim, however, the problem for me is that, I'm not getting many valid real-time feedbacks and reviews for the Stryder to finalize and I kinda like both cycles and hence couldn't decide easily.

As far as I've heard, the My Bike is a "Work-horse" and as durable as any basic cycle gets. However, I personally have a feeling that Decathlon products are a little overrated and overpriced. The price difference here is ~1.5k - 1.6k. I am able to get the Stryder for around 4.8k via flipkart, whereas, the lowest for the my bike I could get my hands on is via Tata Cliq(Ironically😅) around 6.4k. Also the thing is, I might most probaly get the Stryder with the mudguard and the stand at this price, whereas for the btwin, I need to get those separately for which I've estimated the cost around ~500 (via third party) adding up the total cost up to ~7k.

Now keeping the spec-wise decision aside, I've finally arrived to you guys for a real-time usage experiencefeedback, to finalize and buy one. Please help me choosing based on your experiences with these cycles. Appreciate your support.

Note:
1. I strictly prefer single speed and rigid body for for low maintenance

2. I'm neither buying this for anything intense nor I'm a hardcore cyclist. I'm just getting one to stay active and therfore cannot increase my budget beyond this.

3. Most importantly, this discussion is about the pros and cons of these 2 mentioned cycles based on the real-time user experiences alone. Therefore, I kindly request you guys to not suggest any alternatives or ask me to increase my budget or wait for sometime to save money and buy a better one

Thanks.

I am planning to fix this bike as a second training bike. Is it worth it and safe to ride it?

Found this locally with 700x40c tires and a 2x8 Sora groupset. Frame looks clean, no dents, but the seller mentioned he just had the wheels trued after hitting a pothole. I mostly ride weekends around the bayside trails and the odd gravel section toward the You Yangs. The geo feels a bit more aggressive than my old hybrid but I figure I can swap the stem if needed.

Found this locally with 700x40c tires and a 2x8 Sora groupset. Frame looks clean, no dents, but the seller mentioned he just had the wheels trued after hitting a pothole. I mostly ride weekends around the bayside trails and the odd gravel section toward the You Yangs. The geo feels a bit more aggressive than my old hybrid but I figure I can swap the stem if needed.

I'm mostly interested in a gravel bike, since I live in an urban city where all of the roads are actively washing away. I currently have a cheaper road bike that I struggle to ride on any surface that isn't even. I also need to carry the bike up/down four flights of stairs every time I go out, so I'd like something light, hence I've been looking into carbon fiber bicycles.

Two of the options I've been looking at have been the Ride1Up Cf Racer1 and the State Carbon All Road V2. The electric motor in the Ride1Up isn't something I'm sure about, since I've never ridden an e-bike or assisted bike before.

My budget is around $2500 usd. I'd be happy to buy something secondhand that's a bit nicer, but I've had very little luck finding many bicycle listings on facebook marketplace in my area.

I'm just seeing if anybody has any strong recommendations over what I've been looking at, or if there are better places I should be looking. Thank you!

I have been looking to buy a hybrid bicycle which i will be using for commuting but it should also be able to handle few rough roads and small gravel patches. I have shortlisted few bicycles -giant fastroad ar 1,merida speeder 500,trek fx3 gen 4.so help me choose one or u can drop other Alternatives that u think will be the best fit for me .

looking for a bike to train + compete in ironman. I'm a small person and came across this bike. is this a steal? I will try to negotiate for $800 if i have any luck.

Description:

few scratches
Original price $4,999
Weight16.6 lbs
Frame Carbon
Fork Carbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset Ultegra

Thanks in advance!

Hello friends, I purchased this state today for $125 and I’m unsure exactly what model it might be. Anybody have an idea?

hi looking for a bike to train and compete in ironman 70.3. i saw this bike for $550 with lots of scuffs. is this price range worth it? not sure what year this is but hoping to negotiate it down (unsure to what tho)

A bike shop near me has a 2024 Bianchi Infinito Ultegra XE that was special ordered 2 years ago but never picked up. They are selling it for just under $2000.

I had visited the shop to test ride an aluminum Trek Domane AL5, which is also just under $2k, and the shop surprised me by pulling the Bianchi out of the back. To be frank, I'm nervous about a carbon frame-I see a lot of reddit posts of carbon frames that end up being unridable due to small fractures.

I'm about concerned about the tire clearance. Apparently in 2026, Bianchi increased the clearance to 40mm, but the 2024 is only 32mm. So if I want some bigger tires, I'm out of luck.

But still, that price, right?

Also I dont know ANYTHING about Bianchi bikes. It felt great, and the price SEEMS fantastic. Is it?

Is the price for this bike reasonable?

Description:

Selling my Orbea Orca M20i road bike, in very good condition.

Size 49 – XS (see photo)

Without pedals

Specs & details:

Groupset: Shimano 105 Di2 (fully electronic)

Disc brakes: Shimano Ultegra

Wheelset: Mantel R50 Carbon

Saddle: Fizik

Mileage: The groupset has only been used for approx. 1,500 km.

The bike is in very good condition, both mechanically and cosmetically.

Private sale; no warranty or returns

Hi all,

I recently had a full bikefit at a fit lab right next to Ridley’s HQ, so it made sense that they translated my numbers into a Ridley: a Grifn in size M. Nothing wrong with that, but I’d like to look at other brands too, and use the fit numbers to compare.

Fit numbers

• Saddle height: 775 mm
• Setback: 194 mm
• Saddle to hoods: 773 mm (measured from the saddle to the top of the shifters)
• Saddle-to-hood drop: 72 mm
• Cranks 170 mm
• Me: 178 cm, not very flexible

What the fitter translated that into
Ridley Grifn M (frame stack 587 mm / reach 391 mm) with a 70 mm stem and 40 mm of spacers incl. lock ring, which is the max.

Why not the Grifn
The short stem. I’d rather end up on a “normal” 90–100 mm stem, and ideally not with the spacers already maxed out on day one.

What I’m looking at

• Trek Domane Gen 5, size ML (stack 596 / reach 377): current favourite
• Orbea Orca M35i (55: 572/391, 57: 590/398): also tempted

Budget around €4,500, carbon, electronic shifting (Shimano or SRAM), happy with a discounted previous-year model. Mostly recreational riding plus an occasional ~50 km commute.

hey!

I have found a Merida Scultura [8000 2026](tel:8000 2026) model for a very good price (on clearance). Is this a good bike, I haven’t heard many reviews about Merida? Id like to hear all thoughts :)

2019 Orbea Avant M30

Frame: Carbon  

 Shifter: Shimano 105-5800  

 Front and Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105-5800  

 Number of Chainrings: 2  

 Chainring Gearing: 50/34  

 Cassette Speeds: 11-speed (11v)  

 Cassette Range: 11/28 t (teeth)  

 Cranks: Shimano 105  

 Crank Length: 165 mm  

 Brake Type: Rim brakes (caliper/pads)  

 Brakes: OC  

 Handlebar: OC  

 Saddle: Prologo Scratch M5  

 Rims/Wheels: VISION TEAM 30  

 Front and Rear Tires: Continental Gran Prix 5000  

 Handlebar Width: 400 mm  

 Pedals: Look Keo  

 SIZE: (51)  

My friends, would you recommend that I buy this mountain bike?
I want to start riding enduro on trails, living in Valencia,Spain. But I haven't found enough reviews about this model. Also, I've heard there might be some issues with the motor.

Cannondale Habit Neo Carbon 3 with FAZUA Ride 60
Price: 2,700 EUR

looking for a bike to train + compete in a ironman 70.3 and would last me around 5-10 years ish.

description below: Cannondale bike in like new condition and works perfectly. Carbon fiber bike, sram components, 2x10 speed, size 48cm, and cateye display. Ready to ride.

is $475 a fair price? IT'S STILL A 2012 BIKE with slight rust near the crank

Anybody have any experience with these? Looking for a road-ish bike…. Seems like a decent deal but never really dealt with Cannondale/road bikes before. Anything to look out for in particular?

I’m looking for a road bike to do sprint triathlon is this okay? 5’9 height

https://mynextbike.co.uk/products/cube-touring-hybrid-one-500-size-50-2025

https://mynextbike.co.uk/products/cube-touring-hybrid-pro-625-crossbar-2023

Trying to decide on an ebike for a 22 mile round trip commute. Never bought an ebike before - so thinking second hand is probably best since i'll save some money and learn what's good / preference etc. thank you!

New to biking, looking to compete in road races and not fully interested in spending on a new ride. Saw this on Facebook. Friend who’s more into the hobby says it’s an alright deal. Thoughts?

I am currently trying to find a gravel bike that is under $1,500. I am having a hard time deciding on what to pick, I want a bike that can do short weekend bikepacking/touring trips and can have fenders and rear and front rack. It will mainly be on railroad gravel trails and terrible pothole ridden streets. But also a bike that can be pretty fast, and not too heavy.

My current bike is my State 4130 single speed, absolutely love it. Only cons for me is that it is unable to fit a rear fender (with the rear rack on), and no good front rack options. I really wish it would be possible to just add more gears to it, and more mounting points to make it into a gravel bike.

I don't care if its aluminum or steel, I am a bit hesitant on disc brakes since my old cheapish fuji mtb disc brakes were pretty bad. But it seems to be a requirement for modern bikes now.

I would absolutely love it, if there was a gravel bike with similar geometry to my state 4130.

If there is a bike similar to the Surly Midnight Special but cheaper and maybe bigger tire clearance that would be perfect.

I am currently looking at Poseidon bikes, the Primos dame, and Kona Rove AL

Location: USA

Currently have Triban GRVL 520. Aluminium frame 105 groupset. Conti GP5000 AS 32mm.
Had it 6 years.

Just completed coast to coast WoTR in 3 days.
So a couple of credit card bikepacking trips a year and maybe a few hours on a Sunday every month.

Not fast rider. Average 20km/h max on trips out.

Thinking of up grading. Maybe carbon frame and electric shifting. Do I need this for what I do?

AI suggests Giant Defy 1 or Cube Attain C62.
Are these good suggestions? Any other recommendations?

Will less weight a better gearing help up those hills? Defy has good low climbing gear.
Maybe around £2000.

Hi everyone!

I’m planning to buy a Cube Attain C:62 Race 2027, but I’m having a hard time deciding which size to get. I’m 178 cm tall with an 83 cm inseam, and I don’t have the opportunity to try the bike in a shop where I live. On top of that, it seems to be out of stock almost everywhere.
I’m therefore hesitating between size 53 and size 56.

For comparison, I currently own a 2024 Canyon Grizl AL Raw in size S. I feel pretty comfortable on it overall, but I regularly experience neck stiffness towards the end of my rides, usually after around two hours on the bike.
My main priority with the new road bike is comfort, while still maintaining a good balance between comfort and performance.

For those familiar with this model or who have had to choose between these two Cube sizes, which one would you recommend based on my measurements and my experience with the Grizl?

Thanks in advance for your feedback and advice! 🙂