Hi all,

Been shopping a bit online for a beginner's touring bike - Ebay, etc. But have recently contacted the lads at ChainReactionCycles in the UK. Had them recommend me a few that are within my budget. They've shown me a Forme Longcliffe 4 and 5, and having discussed with them what it is that I want to do for my beginner's tours, their opinion is, at least for a starter and within my budget - the Forme Longcliffe's are my best bet (that is of course if I purchase from them).

Do any of you have experience with Forme's... what are they like? Though I realise that these bikes aren't necessarily pure touring bikes, are they any good for a starters?

Cheers,

Jhawk.