I am very new to the sport and would like to get a good road bike without breaking the bank. Right now I have a Trek Hybrid bike but would like to purchase a drop down bike. I first started looking at the Madone 2.1, but I would not like to settle for the first road bike I see.

While doing a lot of research I came across a company by the name of Ribble, the only problem is that I know nothing about the brand.

If anyone could give me some suggestions on a good road bike for around $1,300.00 - $1,500.00 dollars. Also I know that their is two types of frames that I can pick (aluminum and carbon). I do not know what type of frame is better but am open to your opinions?

Thank you.

I've only heard good things. I just ordered some bibs from them today, so we'll see. Like any UK .com, the shipping will likely take two weeks minimum. I know with my three orders from probikekit.com, it took ten business days all three times.
Not sure about full shipping with a full bike, but those ribble bikes do look pretty ok to me fwiw.

One of the carbon bikes is actually the same mould as a De Rosa bike and comes from the same factory. I forgot which model it was.

But if that's an indicator of how much research they put in their bikes: cookie cutter bikes/moulds from chinese/taiwan manufacturers.

Ribble is an online bicycle shop based in the UK.
https://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/


Their bicycles are probably just fine, but if you're in the US, you might want to check on the cost of shipping.
https://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/publis...elivery&page=1


If you're talking about road bicycles in general, there are at least 4 types of frames ... aluminium, carbon, titanium, and steel. Personally, I prefer titanium and steel.

Just ordered from them and figure I will likely wait for awhile to get my order. My search indicated it was a good company so I went for it. Still no real experience to comment on though.

If you buy any bike mailorder, factor in the cost of shipping, assembly and adjustments if you do not do your own work.

Keep us posted!

Ribble is a big company that's very well known in the UK, they also operate as a distributor. Their prices are often the best for components and their own brand bikes are very competitively priced. At busy times their customer service can be a little patchy but I've had generally good experiences. I used to ride a Ribble Carbon Sportive and for the money it was extremely good.

Ribble is a big, reputable company. When their bikes are reviewed, they seem to do pretty well, 'specially in terms of value.



So much for that.

lol, that Ribble info was available online. It's the DeRosa 838 btw.

nice try stalk me better.

What about the brand Felt over the brand Trek. What bike company do you guys favor?

Look around your area and go to a local bike shop. There are plenty of bike companies out there and your choice should be according what you find attractive and not what looks good to others. Felt, Trek, Cannondale, Specialized, Masi, Fuji, Giant, etc...you can't go wrong with any of the brands that your bike shop carries.

i ordered several components from them. two weeks went by. then three. finally, i ordered the parts elswehere (in the usa) and bulit my bike. the parts arrived a month later. some lucky relatives wound up with free components.

also, the fact that they use xpace or whatever brand open mould frame is not a strike against them, to me. derosa charge a huge premium for the same frame with a beautiful paint job under the guise of "italian design"; ribble offer something equally functional--aconsistently well reviewed frame--for considerably less. in the end you wind up with a better value, and more money in your pockets for meaningful upgrades (or whatever else eyou choose to do with your cash).

there's nothing wrong with those carbon ribble frames. well, if you're a brand snob perhaps. otherwise...

In my area of south New Jersey we only have a few bike shops, with mainly only one focusing on road bikes. Most of the other shops only specialize in beach cruisers or BMX bikes. The one shop that sells road bikes only sells one brand and that is Trek. So I have not had a chance to feel out and ride any other bike company.

Finally Got my parts so thought I would update on time span. Ordered them on the 18th of June and on July 1 they have arrived. I have a set of Ultegra shifters coming but Just ordered them so here we go another twelve days. Once they get here I can do my Ultegra upgrade.