I’ve started to train for a coast to coast ride next June, from Seascale to Whitby. The route is about 150miles long, across 3 national parks and is done in one day. I know it’s possible for me to do this, so long as I train.
Currently, I’ve got a Tricross (58cm) with a compact and discs. I can comfortably sustain 20km/h for 7-8 hours on flattish terrain. However, I’d like to get something which is a lighter and more aggressive in terms of geometry. It is also knackered and will cost a fair bit to rebuild!
Can anyone recommend an audax/ sportive type bike which is…
– Similarly sized to a 58cm Tricross
– Has disc brakes
– Mounts for full mud guards
– 2+ bottle cage mounts
– Clearance for 25 – 28mm tyres, with guards
– Comes under £1500
So far, I’ve found the…
– Canyon Endurace
– Specialized Roubaix
– Kinesis Tripster
– Kinesis Racelight
– Spa Cycles Titanium Audax
… but they’re all missing something (mounts, discs or clearance)
is there anything else?