Decisions decisions, so £1k limit, I can’t use Halfords as wrong scheme, last year I had a crosstrail fairly high spec but in all honestly it’s heavy and while does a job it’s not fun to ride. The front suspension while custom not great the commute is only 3 miles, I can use canal paths or road, would be nice to have something that’s fun on longer after work rides, so any suggestions??

I thought the Boardman cx would do the job but no Halfords 🙁

Wait for a halfords 20% sale buy boardman cx on interest free. Like cycle scheme but you own it from day one.