Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling - Need some help on choosing a Bike

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Aaron7
02-23-10, 01:04 PM
Hi,

I am looking to do a few bike rides in the future and I need a new bike suitable for long distances (80 miles, 120 miles). The problem is that I am very limited to a budget of £400. I have browsed through the forums and have gotten confused on which bike is best for me. I am also 6ft 5" so I will be looking for a frame around 62cm. Can anyone recommend a bike which I could use for these 80 and 120 mile rides?

Thanks.

10 Wheels
02-23-10, 01:08 PM
With that budget you need to be looking for a used bike.
Aaron7
02-25-10, 12:01 PM
A friend of mine done 80 miles on http://www.discountbicycles.co.uk/biz/product.php/6502/5/barracuda_rs_200_road_racing_bike_2009

I'm not really sure on what to look for on a bike for long distances, any suggestions?

Edit: I was looking at a Giant Defy, but I can't find a large frame

Monkey Face
04-29-10, 12:05 AM
Giant Defy is SUPERB if you can get one. Don't be confused by frame sizes... Giant measure a medium at 50cm - the actual comparison size is 54.5cm (horizontal top tube). An XL should fit you. The Defy 4 is only a little over budget and it's the same frame throughout the alloy part of the range.