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!

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.

try decathlon! pretty good bikes at a decent price i reckon

whatever bike you buy, tell the sales person it's for a charity ride. You never know they may give discount. :thumbsup:

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.
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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

Decathlon all the way. Free repairs as well :thumbsup:

thanks for the suggestions, looks like I've got a bit of shopping around to do!

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!

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

try ebay or aproching a manifacturor you may be able to get a decent cheap bike

Stay Away From Jejames- Brought A Triathlon Bike 6months Ago - If Developed A Crack In The Frame - They Said That It Was My Fault And Wouldn't Help Or Do Nething Bout It!!! - I Went To The Bike Mafacturers And They Sorted It Out For Me And Said That They Would Never Supplier Jejames Again!