{"id":46627,"date":"2023-02-09T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-09T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=448464"},"modified":"2023-02-09T15:34:26","modified_gmt":"2023-02-09T14:34:26","slug":"every-bike-in-the-halfords-carrera-range-2023","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/every-bike-in-the-halfords-carrera-range-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Every bike in the Halfords Carrera range 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our guide to every model in the Carrera adult range, from commuter bikes to MTBs, including electric bike options <\/p>

By Paul Norman\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 09 February 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Carrera is Halfords\u2019 budget in-house brand that covers all types of bikes, including electric bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes and hybrids.<\/p>\n

Carrera bikes are a good option for new cyclists<\/a> or riders seeking value, with features including disc brakes<\/a> on all but the lowest-priced models.<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll run through each model in Carrera\u2019s adult road bike<\/a>, mountain bike<\/a>, hybrid bike<\/a>, folding bike<\/a> and electric bike<\/a> ranges and make a nod to its kids\u2019 bikes<\/a>. We\u2019ve focused on Carrera\u2019s core range here, but you\u2019ll also find other models on Halfords\u2019 site<\/a> and in its stores, which may only be available for a limited time.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve reviewed many of Carrera\u2019s bikes and you\u2019ll find links to our full reviews in the model entries below.<\/p>\n

What can you expect from Carrera bikes?<\/h2>\n
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Carrera\u2019s 2023 road bikes include 28mm tyres and disc brakes. This is the \u00a3400 Carrera Vanquish Disc.<\/span><\/figcaption> Halfords<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Carrera updated both its road bikes and mountain bikes in 2020, upgrading specs and, for its MTBs, moving to modern long and slack geometry<\/a>. The Carrera range carries this over into 2023.<\/p>\n

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Carrera\u2019s hybrid range includes \u2018urban hybrids\u2019, which have a rigid fork, and its \u2018leisure hybrid\u2019 bike range, which feature a suspension fork.<\/p>\n

Carrera fits its own saddles to many of its bikes. These have a memory foam layer for additional comfort, while its own-brand tyres, made by Kenda, have added puncture protection via an aramid layer and ceramic particles in the rubber compound to up flat resistance.<\/p>\n

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Carrera\u2019s popular hybrid bikes provide a value option. This is the range-topping Carrera Subway AW.<\/span><\/figcaption> Halfords<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Halfords has also aimed to keep the weights and prices down, for riders who want a lightweight bike without a heavyweight price tag. Considering the general level of bike price inflation over the last few years (which is showing signs of easing<\/a>), its prices remain very reasonable.<\/p>\n

Carrera says component availability<\/a> remains difficult for some models, so in some cases, you may find alternative parts have been specced from what\u2019s shown below.<\/p>\n

Where does Carrera fit in Halfords\u2019 range?<\/h2>\n

Carrera bikes are sold exclusively by Halfords and sit between the budget Apollo range<\/a>, and the premium Boardman<\/a> and Voodoo<\/a> bikes. The Carrera range\u2019s emphasis is on value, with good specs and no bike priced above \u00a31,000.<\/p>\n

As with all Halfords bikes, you can buy online or in store.<\/p>\n

2023 Carrera road bike range overview<\/h2>\n
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The Zelos is the most affordable road bike in Carrera\u2019s 2023 line-up.<\/span><\/figcaption> Halfords<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The 2023 Carrera drop-bar road bike range consists of the Zelos, Virtuoso and Vanquish, with the Zelos and Virtuoso also available as women\u2019s-specific models.<\/p>\n

All feature cable disc brakes and 28mm tyres, with space for 32mm-wide rubber. Both men\u2019s and women\u2019s framesets are offered in small, medium and large sizes.<\/p>\n

Carrera Zelos men\u2019s and women\u2019s bikes<\/h3>\n
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The Zelos is an entry-level alloy-framed road bike<\/a> with a steel fork and 14-speed Shimano shifting. Halfords quotes a bike weight just under 12kg.<\/p>\n