{"id":812,"date":"2022-01-13T17:04:58","date_gmt":"2022-01-13T16:04:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=3172"},"modified":"2022-01-13T17:19:15","modified_gmt":"2022-01-13T16:19:15","slug":"the-best-cheap-road-bikes-2022-11-great-choices-for-750-or-less","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/the-best-cheap-road-bikes-2022-11-great-choices-for-750-or-less\/","title":{"rendered":"The best cheap road bikes 2022: 11 great choices for \u00a3750 or less"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\"><\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Oli Woodman\n                \t\t<\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Thursday, 13 January 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">Here are 10 of the best cheap <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bikes\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">road bikes<\/a> we\u2019ve reviewed that cost less than \u00a3750.<\/p>\n<p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">As <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/road-bike-groupsets-everything-you-need-to-know\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">road bike groupsets<\/a> have become ever more affordable and more direct-sales brands have entered the market, the ride quality and value for money of entry-level road bikes have increased hugely.<\/p>\n<p class=\"&quot;firstpara&quot;\">If you\u2019re looking for a road bike for serious riding, training or just <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/whats-the-best-bike-for-commuting\/&quot;\">commuting<\/a>, \u00a3700 is about the price point at which you will get a solid ride that, given due care and attention, will serve you well for years to come.<\/p>\n<p>Have you got a little bit more to spend? Make sure you check out our list of <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bike-under-1000\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">the best road bikes under \u00a31,000<\/a> too.<\/p>\n<p>A lot of buyers who would once have only gone with a traditional road bike are now considering a gravel bike instead. <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/what-is-a-gravel-bike\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Gravel bikes<\/a> are more versatile than regular road bikes and will be better for those taking on mixed surfaces, but they often incur a weight penalty. If you think a gravel bike could be for you, head across to our list of the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/cheap-bike-frames\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">best cheap gravel bikes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing a bike right now has the added complication of stock issues caused by the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/covid-19-cycling\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">pandemic<\/a> <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/long-reads\/pandemic-brexit-bike-prices\/&quot;\">and Brexit<\/a>. That means many of the bikes in this article are no longer in stock and can only be purchased <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/how-to-buy-a-used-or-second-hand-bike-online\/&quot;\">second-hand<\/a>.<\/p>\n<section class=\"&quot;highlight\"><div class=\"&quot;highlight__content\" editor-content=\"\"> <h2>The best cheap road bikes 2022<\/h2>\n<ul><li><strong>Triban RC120:<\/strong> \u00a3429.99<\/li>\n<li><strong>Triban RC120 Disc:<\/strong> \u00a3499.99<\/li>\n<li><strong>Giant Contend 2: <\/strong>\u00a3749<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boardman ADV 8.8:<\/strong> \u00a3750<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boardman SLR 8.6:<\/strong> \u00a3550<\/li>\n<li><strong>Triban RC500 Disc:<\/strong> <span style=\"&quot;text-decoration:\" line-through=\"\">\u00a3599.99\u00a0<\/span> \u00a3699.99<\/li>\n<li><strong>Merlin PR7:<\/strong> \u00a3650<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pinnacle Laterite 1:<\/strong> <span style=\"&quot;text-decoration:\" line-through=\"\">\u00a3430<\/span> \u00a3520<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pinnacle Laterite 3:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a3650<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vitus Razor Claris:<\/strong> \u00a3549.99<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brand-X Road Bike:<\/strong> <span style=\"&quot;text-decoration:\" line-through=\"\">\u00a3300<\/span> \u00a3349.99<\/li>\n<\/ul><p> <\/p><\/div> <\/section><h3>Triban RC120<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">5.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rc120=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> A rare five stars were awarded to the RC120, making it one of the best road bikes for beginners.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Jack Luke \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3429.99<\/li>\n<li>Ludicrous value for money<\/li>\n<li>Generous wide-range gearing<\/li>\n<li>Carbon fork<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Like most of the bikes in this list, the Decathlon Triban RC120 has been subject to a pretty steep price hike since we first reviewed it in 2019. Despite this, it\u2019s hard to exaggerate how good this bike is. You could easily be fooled into thinking you\u2019re riding a bike that costs much more.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to make your first move into road cycling, or perhaps want to encourage a partner or friend, the Triban RC120 comes highly recommended.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/road-bikes\/triban-rc120-review\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Triban RC120 road bike review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Triban\" rc120=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Triban RC120 Disc<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" rc120=\"\" disc=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Triban-RC120-Disc-01-71acddb.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Triban-RC120-Disc-01-71acddb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Triban-RC120-Disc-01-71acddb.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Triban-RC120-Disc-01-71acddb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-408707\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Triban-RC120-Disc-01-71acddb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;The\" best=\"\" cheap=\"\" road=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Triban\" rc120=\"\" disc=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> A pleasingly comfortable endurance-biased ride that\u2019s good mile after mile.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3499.99<\/li>\n<li>Well thought-out spec choices<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable all-round geometry<\/li>\n<li>Great value for money<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The disc version of the RC120 performs similarly well, with a very well thought-out spec and the same comfortable <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/sizing-and-fit\/road-bike-geometry-explained\/&quot;\">geometry<\/a> that\u2019s good for long days in the saddle.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/road-disc-brakes-everything-you-need-to-know\/&quot;\">Mechanical discs<\/a> will never have the outright power of hydraulic brakes, but they still provide more consistent wet-weather braking than conventional rim brakes.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/road-bikes\/triban-rc120-disc-review\/&quot;\">Triban RC120 Disc review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Triban\" rc120=\"\" disc=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <section class=\"&quot;highlight\"><div class=\"&quot;highlight__content\" editor-content=\"\"> <h4>Related reading<\/h4>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bikes\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Best road bike: how to choose the right one for you<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/what-is-a-road-bike\/&quot;\">What is a road bike? The basics explained<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-aluminium-road-bikes\/&quot;\">Best aluminium road bikes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/fitness-and-training\/how-to-get-your-bike-saddle-height-right\/&quot;\">How to set the saddle height on your bike<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/how-to-install-and-adjust-cycling-cleats\/&quot;\">How to install and adjust cycling cleats<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><p> <\/p><\/div> <\/section><h3>Giant Contend 2 (2020)<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" contend=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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frameset<\/li>\n<li>Sporty and comfortable ride<\/li>\n<li>Competitive weight<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>For an entry-level alloy bike costing a little over \u00a3700, the Giant Contend 2 weighs in at a competitively light 9.56kg \u2013 a full 900g lighter than the Merlin PR7, also on this list.<\/p>\n<p>While this may not sound like a lot, it represents a 10 per cent difference in weight, which you can really feel on the bike.<\/p>\n<p>Like most bikes in this price range, the Contend 2 is fitted with a Shimano Claris groupset. There\u2019s also a full complement of mudguard and rack mounts, so the Contend 2 is an ideal option for those looking for a true all-rounder that doesn\u2019t compromise on ride quality.<\/p>\n<p>The bike we\u2019ve reviewed here is the 2020 model, but the 2021 Contend 2 looks even better \u2013 at least on paper \u2013 thanks to larger 28mm tyres and different brakes.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/road\/gear\/category\/bikes\/road\/product\/giant-contend-2-review-51086\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Giant Contend 2 (2020) review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Giant\" contend=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Boardman ADV 8.8 (2020)<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" adv=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-603303\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2020\/11\/Boardman-ADV-8.8-01-5992fcb.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;The\" best=\"\" cheap=\"\" road=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Boardman\" adv=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Boardman ADV 8.8 is a good investment if you\u2019re looking for a bike that can tackle a variety of terrain.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3750<\/li>\n<li>Mechanical disc brakes<\/li>\n<li>Mixed-surface ability<\/li>\n<li>Carbon fibre fork<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>If you\u2019re looking for an option for mixed surfaces, the Boardman ADV 8.8 packs in a lot of equipment and a decent ride for the cash.<\/p>\n<p>The quality aluminium frame has geometry that works well on and off-road and it\u2019s great to see a carbon fork.<\/p>\n<p>Also present are Shimano\u2019s Sora groupset and TRP Spyre mechanical discs, and we had no complaints with any of the own-brand finishing kit either.<\/p>\n<p>Mudguard mounts and pannier rack eyelets mean there\u2019s potential to commute, tour or adventure on the ADV.<\/p>\n<p>The ADV 8.8 is no longer available as a new bike.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/road-bikes\/boardman-adv-8-8-review\/&quot;\" 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type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/07\/boardman-slr-sub-600-13a0c4b.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/07\/boardman-slr-sub-600-13a0c4b.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/07\/boardman-slr-sub-600-13a0c4b.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/07\/boardman-slr-sub-600-13a0c4b.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-395243\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/07\/boardman-slr-sub-600-13a0c4b.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Cheap\" road=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Boardman\" slr=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Boardman\u2019s SLR 8.6 has an all-new and very neatly finished 7005 aluminium frame.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3550<\/li>\n<li>Great value-for-money build<\/li>\n<li>Carbon fork and tubeless-ready rims set it apart<\/li>\n<li>Lovely all-round ride<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>If you\u2019re looking to upgrade from your very first, super-cheap road bike to something a little more premium from a recognisable brand name, then Boardman\u2019s SLR 8.6 should be one of the bikes to consider.<\/p>\n<p>Boardman\u2019s SLR 8.6 has an all-new and very neatly finished 7005 aluminium frame, which features aero-optimised tube forming. This is matched to a full-carbon fork, which is a real bonus at this price.<\/p>\n<p>The bike we\u2019ve reviewed here has now been superseded by a new model, which has a fresh paintjob and gets the wide-range 11-32t cassette we thought this bike deserved.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/road-bikes\/boardman-slr-8-6-review\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Boardman SLR 8.6 (2020) review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Boardman\" slr=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Decathlon Triban RC500 Disc review<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul><li><strong>Buy now<\/strong> from <a href=\"\/\/www.decathlon.co.uk\/rc-500-disc-road-bike-turquoise-sora-id_8554411.html&quot;\" target=\"&quot;_blank&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener noopener noreferrer\" noreferrer=\"\">Decathlon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--full=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=300%2C200,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=300%2C200,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=355%2C236&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=355%2C236&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=405%2C270&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=405%2C270&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=554%2C369&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=554%2C369&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=408%2C272&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=408%2C272&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=556%2C370&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=556%2C370&quot;\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-363081\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--full=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/04\/btwin-triban-500-01-1553610578436-1otwrgroea8si-1000-100-f213297-e1602854090714.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=620%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;The\" best=\"\" cheap=\"\" road=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Decathlon's\" triban=\"\" rc=\"\" disc=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> Decathlon\u2019s Triban RC 500 Disc is the best disc-equipped road bike under \u00a3600 that we\u2019ve tested.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Courtesy<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3599.99<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable frameset<\/li>\n<li>The best disc-equipped road bike under \u00a3600 that we\u2019ve tested<\/li>\n<li>Heaps of versatility<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>With the exception of the Microshift cassette and the Promax calipers, the Triban RC500 features a full Shimano Sora groupset.<\/p>\n<p>While mechanical calipers will never be able to match the power of hydraulic discs, these certainly don\u2019t disappoint, with heaps of modulation and power on tap.<\/p>\n<p>The mudguard and pannier mounts, coupled with generous tyre clearances, make this a truly competent all-rounder.<\/p>\n<p>If you can stump up the extra cash, we\u2019d definitely recommend opting for this over the RC120 Disc.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/road-bikes\/decathlon-triban-rc-500-disc-review\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Decathlon Triban RC 500 disc review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Decathlon\" triban=\"\" rc500=\"\" disc=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3>Merlin PR7<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"&quot;image-handler__container\" image-handler__container--aspect=\"\" style=\"&quot;padding-bottom:\" calc=\"\"> <picture><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=298%2C199,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=354%2C236,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=403%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=403%2C269,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=553%2C369,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(max-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=553%2C369,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=406%2C271,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?webp=true&amp;quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/webp&quot;\"><source media=\"&quot;(min-width:\" data-srcset=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=555%2C370,\" https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-408747\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/11\/Merlin-PR7-SORA-01-4c4ca1c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;Cheap\" road=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Merlin\" pr7=\"\" sora=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Merlin PR7 Sora is a great package if you\u2019re looking to dip your toes into the world of road riding.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Dave Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3650<\/li>\n<li>Generous low-end gear<\/li>\n<li>Good all-round performer<\/li>\n<li>Sprightly ride quality<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Merlin PR7 is a modern-looking bike that holds its own against options from brands many times its size.<\/p>\n<p>The current version gets the <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/shimanos-sora-r3000-groupset-brings-mechanical-discs\/&quot;\">R3000 Sora<\/a> groupset, which warrants no complaints, and the 34\/30 low-end gear should get most riders up any hill.<\/p>\n<p>The wheels are a bit heavy, but the bike rides well and offers a lot for the money.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, the Merlin PR7 is no longer available to buy new, so you\u2019ll have to look for a used example.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;http:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/road\/gear\/category\/bikes\/road\/product\/merlin-pr7-review-51083\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Merlin PR7 review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Merlin\" pr7=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Pinnacle Laterite 1 (2020)<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" laterite=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" 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<i>Pinnacle<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3430<\/li>\n<li>Decent frame makes for a good all-round ride<\/li>\n<li>Latest version gets new-style Claris shifters<\/li>\n<li>A few small upgrades would make the bike great<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>At this price level, you can expect compromises, but the Laterite is decently specced and rides well.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not too heavy and while we\u2019d replace the cheap, one-piece brake pads, there isn\u2019t much else to complain about. It\u2019s even versatile thanks to rack and mudguard mounts, and there are both men\u2019s and women\u2019s versions available.<\/p>\n<p>Stock of this bike has now sold out and the Pinnacle Laterite 1 has been replaced with a 2021 model, but used examples do come up for sale fairly regularly.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/road\/gear\/category\/bikes\/road\/product\/pinnacle-laterite-1-review-51882\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Read our review of the Pinnacle Laterite 1 (2020)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Pinnacle\" laterite=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Pinnacle Laterite 3 (2021)<span id=\"&quot;product9&quot;\"\/><\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" laterite=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Pinnacle Laterite 3 proves there\u2019s nothing wrong with rim brakes or a workhorse Shimano drivetrain.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>David Caudery \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3600 as tested<\/li>\n<li>A bargain, even at new price<\/li>\n<li>Blends comfort and performance<\/li>\n<li>Some low-spec components<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>The Pinnacle Laterite 3 provides a nippy yet stable ride, defying its low-price tag, basic build and cheap parts.<\/p>\n<p>Unusually aggressive geometry makes the Laterite pacy for a bike of this ilk. Our tester found the Laterite 3 comfy enough for 100km-plus outings, even venturing off paved surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>Shimano\u2019s nine-speed Sora groupset ensures efficient shifting. The addition of 34t and 32t sprockets makes climbing easier.<\/p>\n<p>The rim brakes are dependable but could eventually be upgraded, while the 25mm tyres could be switched for a wider pair (up to 32mm).<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/road-bikes\/2021-pinnacle-laterite-3-review\/&quot;\">Read our full review of the Pinnacle Laterite 3<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Pinnacle\" laterite=\"\" road=\"\" bike=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3>Vitus Razor Claris (2020)<\/h3> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">4.0 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" razor=\"\" claris=\"\" not=\"\" disc=\"\" vrw=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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The bike is supplied with generous 28mm-wide Vittoria Zaffiro tyres that actually measure closer to 30mm wide on the broad own-brand rims.<\/p>\n<p>That means comfy ride quality on poor roads and a complete package that\u2019s hard to fault, apart from slightly budget brake pads that make stopping a little \u2018grabby\u2019. A women\u2019s-specific version was also sold.<\/p>\n<p>The Vitus Razor Claris has now fully sold out, so you\u2019ll have to shop second-hand to get hold of one.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/road\/gear\/category\/bikes\/road\/product\/vitus-razor-claris-review-51883\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Vitus Razor review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Vitus\" razor=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h3 class=\"&quot;heading-1\" template-article__title=\"\">Brand-X Road Bike<\/h3>\n<div class=\"&quot;template-article__description&quot;\"> <div class=\"&quot;editorial-rating-summary\" editorial-rating-summary--=\"\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars\"> <div class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__icons&quot;\"> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-fill=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-half=\"\"\/> <i data-grunticon-embed=\"\" class=\"&quot;icon-rating-star\" icon-star-outline=\"\"\/> <\/div> <span class=\"&quot;ratings-stars__value&quot;\"> <span class=\"&quot;sr-only&quot;\">3.5 out of 5 star rating<\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <ul class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link-list&quot;\"><li data-type=\"&quot;in-text&quot;\" class=\"&quot;monetizer-in-text-link&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;nameKeywords&quot;:\" road=\"\" bike=\"\" data-text=\"&quot;&lt;b&gt;Buy\" now=\"\" from=\"\" and=\"\"> <\/li>\n<\/ul><script><![CDATA[ (function () { var s = document.createElement('script'); s.type = 'text\/javascript'; s.async = true; s.src = \"\/\/bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\/widget\/intext\/app.bundle.js\"; s.onload = function () { new inText({ domain: \"bikeradar.com\/pricecomparison\", shopId: 608, geolocation: true, }); }; var x = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; x.parentNode.insertBefore(s, x); \/\/trim whitespace from li to flag empty items (twig seems to strip out closing if you remove the space..... 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https:=\"\" type=\"&quot;image\/jpeg&quot;\"><img class=\"&quot;wp-image-395016\" align=\"\" size-landscape_thumbnail=\"\" image-handler__image=\"\" image-handler__image--aspect=\"\" no-wrap=\"\" js-lazyload=\"\" data-src=\"&quot;https:\/\/images.immediate.co.uk\/production\/volatile\/sites\/21\/2019\/08\/Brand-X-Road-Bike-8-fff8c9c.jpg?quality=90&amp;resize=619%2C413&quot;\" width=\"&quot;620&quot;\" height=\"&quot;413&quot;\" alt=\"&quot;The\" best=\"\" cheap=\"\" road=\"\" bikes=\"\" title=\"&quot;Brand-X\" bike=\"\"\/><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div><div class=\"&quot;caption-hold&quot;\"><figcaption class=\"&quot;wp-caption-text&quot;\"><span class=\"&quot;caption-copy&quot;\"><i class=\"&quot;icon-arrow\" icon-camera-circle=\"\"\/> The Brand-X road bike is a great option for commuting or occasional use.<\/span><\/figcaption><span class=\"&quot;im-image-caption&quot;\"> <i>Jack Luke \/ Immediate Media<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul><li>\u00a3300<\/li>\n<li>Ludicrously low price<\/li>\n<li>Surprisingly comfortable ride quality<\/li>\n<li>Shimano Tourney groupset works well<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Strictly speaking, the curiously unnamed Brand-X Road Bike from Chain Reaction Cycles \/ Wiggle doesn\u2019t belong in this list \u2013 only bikes that score four stars or above are usually included in our best lists.<\/p>\n<p>However, at just \u00a3300<em>, <\/em>which is a full \u00a380 less (a big margin at this price point) than the second-cheapest bike on this list, we can still wholeheartedly recommend this bike for commuting, riding for fitness or the occasional longer ride.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, compromises have to be made somewhere at such a low price, but even when adding on a select few <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/cheap-road-bike-upgrades\/&quot;\">cheap upgrades<\/a>, this bike still represents tremendous value for money.<\/p>\n<p>Again, the Brand-X Road Bike is no longer available as a new bike, but keep your eyes peeled for used examples.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/brand-x-road-bike-review\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Brand-X Road Bike review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-container&quot;\" data-position=\"&quot;adhoc&quot;\" hidden=\"\"> <h5 class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-title\" monetizer-title=\"\" style=\"&quot;background-color:\" color:=\"\">Latest deals<\/h5> <div id=\"&quot;monetizer__deals&quot;\" data-type=\"&quot;price-comparison&quot;\" data-config=\"'{&quot;shopId&quot;:&quot;608&quot;,&quot;market&quot;:&quot;gbp_en&quot;,&quot;template&quot;:&quot;flxmmtwnoj&quot;,&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Brand-X\" road=\"\" bike=\"\"\/> <div class=\"&quot;monetizer__price-comparison-explanatory-text\" body-copy-extra-small=\"\" editor-content=\"\"\/><\/div> <h2>How much should I spend on a cheap road bike?<\/h2>\n<p>Cheaper bikes aren\u2019t just for beginners, they can also be the ideal, easy-to-maintain platform to create an all-weather year-round training bike.<\/p>\n<p>Nearly all bikes at this price point will be made from <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-steel-road-bikes\/&quot;\">steel<\/a> or <a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-aluminium-road-bikes\/&quot;\">aluminium<\/a>, although some may have a carbon fork.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/quick-guide-to-bike-frame-materials\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Quick guide to bike frame materials<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Most bikes around the \u00a3700 mark will be specced with an 8- or 9-speed groupset. The number of speeds tells you how many sprockets the cassette has attached to the back wheel.<\/p>\n<p>Most entry-level road bikes still come with either double or triple cranks (with two or three sprockets at the front), giving you a large range of gears.<\/p>\n<ul><li><a href=\"&quot;https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/the-complete-guide-to-bicycle-gears-bicycle-transmissions-explained\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">The complete guide to bicycle gears \u2013 bicycle transmissions explained<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><p>As 11-speed \u2013 and even 12-speed \u2013 groupsets have become the norm for more expensive bikes, 8- and 9-speed parts have become very affordable, and sourcing replacement parts shouldn\u2019t pose any problems for you or your wallet.<\/p>\n<p>Most bikes at this level will also use external cable routing. This means the cables run on the outside of the tubes and are held in place with brazed- or welded-on \u2018stops\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Although not as neat-looking as internal cable routing \u2013 which, as the name suggests, routes the cables inside the frame \u2013 it is far easier to live with and doesn\u2019t require any special tools to service.<\/p>\n<p>Nearly all bikes at this price point will also use a threaded bottom bracket, which is easier to replace and often longer-lasting than <a href=\"&quot;http:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/gear\/article\/complete-guide-to-bottom-brackets-36660\/&quot;\" rel=\"&quot;noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">many varieties of press-fit systems <\/a>found on more expensive bikes.<\/p><\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Oli Woodman Published: Thursday, 13 January 2022 at 12:00 am Here are 10 of the best cheap road bikes we\u2019ve reviewed that cost less than \u00a3750. 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