Hey there,
Looking to get a commuter that I can also take out into the hills and fields around town.
I was hoping to find a local brand (even if not manufactured locally) that would be decent quality. The idea is to buy something I like but also support local (UK) brands and dealers. These are what I have come up with so far but I can't really find any reviews on them. Has anyone tried any of these on the list?

1. Saracen X-series Cross 2: Cross-2 | X-series | Urban Bikes | Saracen Bikes Is the suspension seat post any good or just a gimmick?
2. Raleigh Strada trail sport 3: https://www.raleigh.co.uk/bikes/urba...-sport-3-17729
I know they are now owned by a Dutch company but they claim to still to all the design and assembly locally.
3. Whyte Fairfield: https://www.whyte.bike/fairfield
How does this one compare to the other more expensive hybrid Whyte's as well to the choices above? I can't find a local dealer for Whyte and would have to go get it in Nottingham.

Any other UK brands that make hybrids around this price range? I don't want to support Halfords.

Many thanks!