vonbaden Posted January 4, 2007 Share Posted January 4, 2007 I'm planning on doing a charity 200 mile, two day bike ride in the summer so I'm looking for a touring bike (I think, not too sure about all this technical mumbo-jumbo!). Also I'm a bit broke and only have £180-200 to spend. Can anyone recommend a place in Sheffield that could sort me out with a reliable bike? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark1971 Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 I'm planning on doing a charity 200 mile, two day bike ride in the summer so I'm looking for a touring bike (I think, not too sure about all this technical mumbo-jumbo!). Also I'm a bit broke and only have £180-200 to spend. Can anyone recommend a place in Sheffield that could sort me out with a reliable bike? Thanks! Try the one on bramall lane (j.e james) i think you call it or try halfords. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JedW Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 try decathlon! pretty good bikes at a decent price i reckon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric_Collins Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 whatever bike you buy, tell the sales person it's for a charity ride. You never know they may give discount. as for Bikes i'd go for a Brand name rather than an All singing bike thats rubbish. I've seen CHEAP bikes on Wilkinsons website. Alloy Tech - 450 Frame Shimano 24 Speed Gears Zoom Suspension Fork Hydraulic Disc Brakes Fully Adjustable Rear Damper Unit http://www.wilkoplus.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001&productId=31026&langId=-1&parent_category_rn=14001 ?140 + ?15 P&P, you might be able to order in store and collect. ________ Om642 engine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never wrong Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 Be orcful go and ask outright at Halfords for a bike to do the charity ride on for free they can only say yes or no. then go to another retailer and ask the same question when you get one who says yes lets us all know and we will all know who to trade with in the future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marmite Posted January 6, 2007 Share Posted January 6, 2007 Decathlon all the way. Free repairs as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonbaden Posted January 6, 2007 Author Share Posted January 6, 2007 thanks for the suggestions, looks like I've got a bit of shopping around to do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathS Posted January 6, 2007 Share Posted January 6, 2007 My hubby is doing a charity ride in June and i asked for advice and was told to buy a hybrid bike which can be used on and off road. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevd Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 Try LANGSETT CYCLES 180/190 Infimary road Sheffield. Tell them Kevin (I used to work there) recommended them. Ask for ANDY and tell them its for a charity ride i,m sure he,ll sort you out with a good deal. tel no... 0114 2348191. Good luck with the charity ride. P.s. we are doing a similar ride Lands end to John o groats in the summer luckily i,m gonna be in support vehicle only. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbown24 Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 try ebay or aproching a manifacturor you may be able to get a decent cheap bike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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