GCN's Guide To Buying Your First Road Bike
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День томуSo you've decided to buy your first road bike, and taken your first step into the larger world of the cycling community. But it can be quite overwhelming; there are so many different styles and brands of bikes to chose from - and knowing where to start can be daunting. In this video, Ollie helps you find everything you'll need to know about purchasing your first road bike to start you on your journey of becoming a cyclist.
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@botchok5 4 роки тому
Decathlon is like the Primark for active people lol. I walk in to get a pair of shorts, I walk out with a dumbbell set, dip bar, fleece sweater and a f'king tube of energy tablets.
@ippolea 3 роки тому
Everytin but the shorts ! Same here . 😹
@lukeskywalker5418 2 роки тому
Their fleece sweaters are amazing tho ngl it really saves me in the cold nights.
@sgfelectrical734 2 роки тому
Sounds more like Aldi lol
@cccycling5835 2 роки тому
energy/electrolyte tablets every time here too lol sports stores are like toys-r-us for a hiker/cyclist like me
@bensansom8448 2 роки тому
@@lukeskywalker5418 pp
@stephenmorris6202 4 роки тому
Excellent that GCN thinks of people starting off with the sport. It can be really confusing. Well done GCN and Ollie.
@Bad_Science_Channel 4 роки тому
Stephen Morris hoping to do more content like this in the future. So if you like it, please share it!
@SS-bk2zb 4 роки тому
The barrier into getting into road bikes is really quite high if you don't know a lot. It's a different world compared to the hybrids and city bikes. Also the fact that you can just buy any bike and ride off but with road bikes you need shoes, bib shorts if you don't want to destroy your backside etc.
@markj.a351 4 роки тому
I've accused GCN of potentially putting people off cycling. All they showcase are their presenters riding top end bike and components and when they show off a product it's always like a £300+ pair of shoes or a £2k pair of wheels. This video was great though.
@mrichards55 4 роки тому
Yes it’s very positive if this becomes a trend for GCN
@richardb7854 4 роки тому
@@Bad_Science_Channel I've been looking to add a gravel bike to my current collection of 1 FS MTB. If I wanted to just buy a bike brand and ride off at about £1300, do you have any recommendations? I have a mix of flats and hills in my area and wanted to experience more speed across the grades than my MTB will allow. plus I realised I need something easier to maintain for my weekly commutes.
@davasg96 4 роки тому
goes to decathlon to get one thing, leave with five. Yup sounds about right, can confirm.
@jotapi4010 4 роки тому
and none of them is a bike
@duartepinheiro1154 4 роки тому
@@jotapi4010 Have one, love my bike : instagram.com/p/B4z8Tpphcg0/ Haver tried one? Chepear dont mean bad
@ScoutJoe 4 роки тому
@@duartepinheiro1154 dude that's a good looking bike don't let others tell you otherwise
@duartepinheiro1154 4 роки тому
@@ScoutJoe 💪👌
@ahmadghanm 4 роки тому
@@duartepinheiro1154 dude, it's awesome
@robmitchell2073 3 роки тому
Spent £400 on a Triban from Decathlon at the start of the lockdown last March. Knew nothing about cycling at the time, and thought I'd just do a few rides - soon fell in love with cycling and have since done over 3000 miles on it! - including several 100+ mile rides. Now tempted to upgrade, but I absolutely love this bike! Never had any issues with it at all
@joelominator7752 2 роки тому
What kinda Triban?
@Racingredcoyote 2 роки тому
I think the RC120
@inyoface5456 Рік тому
Or the rc100
@GreatJoey91 4 роки тому
Fantastic to see a cycling channel that gives as much time to beginners as it does the more serious riders. It's refreshing to have a presenter like Ollie who can reflect on his first bike experiences and understands that first time buyers do not necessarily have the knowledge to match their enthusiasm for cycling (yet).
@hugobci 4 роки тому
Decathlon is the devil's den. Every time I go there my wallet is sucked into de void 😂
@rejickmukherjee9154 4 роки тому
Everytime 🙂. But man they launch so much less bikes in India. The stock here is shit
@KandiKlover 4 роки тому
Make a how to steal your first bike for us poor folk now.
@dxong 4 роки тому
My wife call it “the evil place “ . Same logic as you
@eisenklad 4 роки тому
@@KandiKlover get the government to "offer" bike sharing companies subsidies for 1-2years. after the company finds that its not worth it, they will pull out of the country and abandon all those bikes. i'm from singapore when OFO/Mobike left, people took those bikes removed the digital locks and repainted them. its a basic city bike.. that uses airless tires, and comes with a hub dynamo, so you can attach a lamp. not ideal for wet or hilly areas. its not stealing if the bike is abandoned/dumped
@eisenklad 4 роки тому
you need more discipline...i go in buy what i want and leave. i do browse to see what i may want but i stick to my needs first. too bad the Decathlon in singapore provides basic tools only. i need to but a bottom bracket tool and a masterlink tool online
@DGResult 4 роки тому
OMG THE RC500 !!! I have been saving for this bike for a while and I bought it yesterday ! I will get it after 2 days and I cant wait. UPDATE: I got the bike and its just Perfect. UPDATE AGAIN: Even after 2500km the bike is Perfect. UPDATE AFTER AN YEAR: I only had 2 chains changed for 8 month of riding in 2020 and a new cassette which is normal. Other than that everything else is fine !
@julianb1902 4 роки тому
Good for you! I have the RC100 as my budget is very limited, but to get started for cycling it's a great place to start!
@stefanvatra3771 4 роки тому
@@taichihead42 hhahahahaah, you are a proper tool!
@kumirei8715 4 роки тому
I bought my RC500 two days ago, so seeing this comment makes me happy
@chickenlittle567 4 роки тому
Geraldine Geraldine Oh shut up woman what do you know... 🤦🏻♂️ bet you’re that annoying cyclist who catches up at the lights and goes in front...
@carrotsoup7264 4 роки тому
Imagine thinking that bike needs to be from one region to be good. You probably get dropped
@club6525 Рік тому
Notes: Pay attention to gear ratios (11:32 recommended) and chains (compact or 50:34 recommended) or basically, larger on the back and smaller on the front for climbing up hills Two types of brakes (Rim brakes, and disk brakes). He recommends disk brakes for hilly areas because they offer substantially more powerful brakes that are more consistent especially in wet and provide better control in general but rim brakes are ok and are slightly lighter The frame material has a substantial impact. Aluminum is good because it is light and resistant to corrosion as well as the bikes are more affordable. But he also recommends carbon fibre bikes if you have the budget because it is stiffer and lighter. You can also use an aluminum bike with a carbon fibre fork to reduce vibration -Reputable brand for the frame to make sure it is properly tested and has a good warranty -The more the tire clearance for more tire changing versatility -Mounting points are good for accessories -Bonus if a bike has an outboard bearing in a threaded bottom bracket because they last longer and require less maintenance -Higher wheel spoke counts are more sturdy -Ideally, wide rims (25mm or 28) suit wider tires because wider tires offer more comfort, grip, and less rolling resistance to help you move further with less effort -Saddle comfort is very personal so you can change it -Using clip-less pedals and shoes so you can push and pull with peddling
@KavemanLyrics Рік тому
Thank you for the tldr!
@sugar2493 6 місяців тому
Thank you
@davidmarshall2399 4 роки тому
As someone who did this exercise about 6 months ago, I’d say Gravel for sure if it’s your first ‘proper’ bike. Even if you don’t use it off-road, it’s more robust than a road bike for day to day urban use, dodging cars, drains, potholes and kerbs. Nearly as fast as well, with a slightly more relaxed geometry which is probably recommended for newbies. Then you’ve got at flexibility to go more places as well.
@katarzynapabianek 4 роки тому
My ex was into road bikes and all he left me left with is the hobby ;) Looking for my first gravel and this video is very informative! More videos for newbies please! :D
@aamirmugi4581 4 роки тому
this sounds sad...anyway when i first started,i wish i know about cadence maybe you might wanna know too,its basically riding with high cadence(about >100).and its usually done with small cog on the front and bigger cogs on the back gear
@justw4lkbesideme 4 роки тому
Lot video for newbie road biker in this channel
@Max-bz8ev 4 роки тому
I've got the blue bike Ollie rides in this video (but in matte black) and there's a gravel version of the same frame, I've heard good things about it
@NorfolkCannon 4 роки тому
Can’t go wrong with the Triban gravel good value for money. I have the Orbea Terra Aluminium also pretty good vfm considering the spec.
@katarzynapabianek 4 роки тому
@@ViveSemelBeneVivere I am Polskie :) When the lockdown is over we can gooo!
@Servicevelo 4 роки тому
Decathlon forever. More fun, less snobbery. Great video.
@RobertoEscobar 4 роки тому
Comercial only
@samarvora7185 4 роки тому
Aye, decathlon forever.
@alinapopescu872 2 роки тому
Agreed!
@hobbo16 4 роки тому
Finally Decathlon are getting recognised and some needed airtime! I bought my first road bike the legendary Triban 3 which lasted me 6 years and went everywhere! Then I upgraded for the Carbon CF 920 last year and the value for money is amazing. Even the clothing range is fantastic quality at a reasonable price whilst looking great 👌🏼
@mumenraider 4 роки тому
do you recommend Triban 3 over Triban 500 now ? here are plenty of cheap deals on Triban 3 ( looks amazing in Red)
@hobbo16 4 роки тому
M A decent condition Triban 3 is still a great first bike or winter trainer and you certainly can get one for around sub £200 easily, aim for one with upgraded wheels for sure. The closest to it (new) on decathlon is the RC120 but personally the £170 extra for the RC500 is worth it and I’d definitely pay/save up for the extra. Great colour, disk brakes, Sora group set, comfy and can easily convert from commuter or a casual racer for the weekend 👍🏼
@sebastianjost 2 роки тому
Decathlon has some really good prices indeed! And still pretty good quality.
@RobMacLeod 4 роки тому
Really loaded with helpful info--I have sent this to all my graduate students as they enter the phase of their lives when they can either get into good physical activity habits or slide into sedentary lives with the excuse they are too busy to make time for sports. Cool music track too!
@ivarbrouwer197 4 роки тому
One good point here is that budget options get some love, but there are many other online alternatives other than decathlon out there to look and consider too. The advantage of Decathlon is: you can go to a store and look and feel everything without being disturbed by some sales dude. Also, Decathlon has it’s own product lines and especially in cycling clothing offers some cheap and unique features. (Never buy some bike without the advice of an experienced friend, don’t trust bike measurements of sales people, consider the purpose of your riding, be aware of the wheels: read a review and if possible go for higher quality wheels from the get go. I know this sponsored content is GCN’s bread and butter, but I would like to see some of the English and Chinese cheap but trustworthy options. Also Ollie skimped over women’s specifics far too quickly: this deserves it’s own topic.
@adrianromero8420 4 роки тому
I just bought the Triban RC 520 gravel bike, and so far I'm in love with it, I'm glad for the the recognition decathlon is getting here.
@cheerleader9342 3 роки тому
Thank you so much for this! I am just about to buy my first road bike after deciding to decrease running after many years. For a newbie like me it’s a total minefield and this video makes it much easier to understand. I also love Decathlon ❤️😂
@bertchalmers 4 роки тому
FINALLY the MIGHTY RC500 gets some Airtime !!!!!!! mine has done: Sportives, 24hr Mountain bike race (solo), Cyclocross, Duathlons, Triathlons, commuting and TT's for just over 500quid it is EPIC!!!!!
@F1ll1nTh3Blanks 4 роки тому
I cannot stress how good they are, I tested the cheaper RC120. Instant buy. It was a little more chunky but it was much more sporting than the RC500 I tested. Again, I cannot stress enough just how good the Triban bikes are.
@nugginusslover476 4 роки тому
@@F1ll1nTh3Blanks did you test with same frame sizes?? I thought the rc 500 is a bit more sporty
@SS-bk2zb 4 роки тому
I was quite surprised to read so many reviews praising this particular bike. One site rated is as the best quality bike under 1000e beating many legacy brands like Trek.
@F1ll1nTh3Blanks 4 роки тому
@@nugginusslover476 Yes both medium. (I am 5'10" however I like a slightly smaller but raised post and slammed bar, ride.) It's hard to explain. It was a while ago but this is how I worked it out: I found the RC120 Disc frame to be a little bland, quite uncommunicative interms of feedback but it was still quite agile and nippy. It was never much for accelerating but you could get your foot down and really get some good speed going and quickly too. On the contrary for the RC500. I found it more comfortable, urging me to relax a bit more and get into a cruising rhythm. It was significantly more communicative than the RC120 was for me. I could still get my foot and knee down but it felt just a tad more subdued. Like there was more in the tank than it was willing to give. That's not to say it was slow, not at all, just not quite as sporty. They were both excellent bikes but there's just something about that RC120. It's like a pared back experience, all go and no show. I am gonna upgrade because I am ready to graduate to a more premium experience but as far as bikes at that price point go.. best entry bikes 500 odd quid can buy no contest.
@F1ll1nTh3Blanks 4 роки тому
@@SS-bk2zb Yep, they're the people's sportive. No fuss but trusted and rewarding for anyone that wants to try their hand at some road cycling. 👌
@mikelzubieta6003 4 роки тому
4:00, working hard back there
@stijndeklerk 4 роки тому
Refreshing to see bikes being suggested at this pricepoint. Weldone GCN.
@neilstuart7175 4 роки тому
Awesome video! Finally one that showcases the less expensive side of cycling instead of the usual high end Canyon, Pinerello etc. Not everyone can afford never mind justify the cost of the bikes ridden by the typical bike snob.
@prestachuck2867 4 роки тому
Not everyone who rides a high-end bike is a snob. I’ve even met people who are snobby about their cheap bikes, claiming that they are intellectually superior for not buying an “expensive” bike. People are people no matter what they ride.
@LiquidIEx 4 роки тому
Canyon expensive? Canyon has pretty good bikes on budget. There are no other bikes with that high value with prices for road bikes starting at 1299 Euros.
@simonarends7802 4 роки тому
@@LiquidIEx except for Decathlon which offers even better value + brick and mortar stores
@JoTh9090 4 роки тому
@@simonarends7802 Decathlon might offer better groupsets for the same price, but the frames are heavier than the equivalent canyon bikes. (And most tests I read said, the handling of the canyon is better as well)
@chickenlittle567 4 роки тому
Sunstar 1299 is someone’s monthly wages lol
@RESolberg 4 роки тому
Finally, a story that recognized the true cycling world. The one where $800 is the upper limit of your budget. Well done 👍👌😊🚴
@mateuszmikrut 4 роки тому
Sorry to say that. This 800$ is just a start. Upper limit moves in parallel with your kilometers ridden :)
@onepoh4680 4 роки тому
@Johnny Blue exactly, most "recommended" bikes that I see are more expensive than my car...
@alejandro.a.m 4 роки тому
Randy Solberg it’s a good option to buy triban 520 for 849€ for my first road bike ?? Or it’s too much ?? I have just a mtb right now , thanks
@accio_braincells 4 роки тому
I was so overwhelmed when trying to get my first bike, so much conflicting information! But seeing as I live in the city and wanted it to also be a commuter bike, I bought a Trek FX 3. I have to say, for my first ever non Walmart bike, I absolutely love it! I added some clip-less peddles and I am having the time of my life on it. Although, for my next bike I think I'll get one with drop down handles because I find myself wish I could change my hand positions.
@JohnLumapaskeith 2 роки тому
I use to put little thought on my bike purchases as well. I'm usually a Walmart and Canadian Tire bike kind of guy, until I found out about GCN. Now I'm a certified cycling nerd
@LeeviRemes 2 роки тому
You guys take long bike trips on road for hobby or/and to commuter and run daily errands?
@JohnLumapaskeith 2 роки тому
@@LeeviRemes both
@LeeviRemes 2 роки тому
@@JohnLumapaskeith i have been bike commuting now 6 years and im thinking about new different options and different bikes.
@accio_braincells 2 роки тому
@@LeeviRemes all of the above. As it stands right now I don’t have the money to have separate bikes for commute and hobby cycling. So my FX3 is a nice common ground for all activity’s. 😃
@jbthetranslator 4 роки тому
I was most impressed with this video. The emphasis seemed not on expensive top of the line gear, but a more comprehensive approach. Well done!
@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess 2 роки тому
Instead of buying a prebuilt bike I just built one myself from used parts, a vintage lightweight frame, the wheels, in the end it was quite affordable and suited me well
@soapbox187 3 роки тому
I am not the first and definitely wont be that last to say that walking into a cycle shop is a very daunting proposition. I remember buying my first road bike years ago. I didn't have much money so I saved my allowance and went in halfsies with my Dad. That bike got a lot of love for close to 20 years. Recently I have been looking for some components for my indoor trainer and coul not for the life of me get even friendly service. The old addage is true, some cycle shops are complete snobs. Unless they know you, already spent thousands of dollars thhere or just a common face you will be strained to get some service. This is VERY sad. How has something so practical and in many parts of the world an outright necessity, become so elitist? I hope the future cyclists just starting out aren't exposed to this "nose in the air attitude" and your experince is welcoming and encourages you to go further in the beautiful sport that is cycling :)
@xtesster 3 роки тому
doesnt matter expensive or inexpensive your bike are, it is all up to your ability(energy) to cycle the bike. its performance is depends on your energy. the lighter the bike does not promise to provide a better comfortability & performance. after all, bicycle is just a bicycle. what matter is our energy to be able to perform work done. its all about biological physics
@nickw6175 4 роки тому
I was lucky enough to do the maratona a few years ago, on my first road bike which retailed at the outrageously expensive cost of £400, at the start I had immediate bike envy as everyone else seemed to have a Pinarello dogma with Di2, but at the end of ride I had a brilliant day a great memory and a bike costing a few thousand more couldn't have possibly made it any better.
@harshadnpurohit 4 роки тому
Thanks much for this video GCN. I was so much looking forward to buy the triban 500/520. And you just made it simple for me. Cheers!
@Umetnik Рік тому
1 week ago I bought my first road bike. And I'm happy that I checked all the boxes in your video a good entry level/intermediate should have. Aluminium frame, carbon forks, Shimano 105 groupset, 28mm tires with clearance for 32 if I would want to + disc brakes for hills. I'm loving it. Did my first 150 kilometers so it is time to fine tune it for the next 2000 and hit the road.
@Whirlee79 4 роки тому
i own this bike since around 6 month and over 5000km ... i love it :)
@FlatSpinMan 4 роки тому
Damned good video. I thought it was just going to be an ad, but it actually had lots of really sensible and useful information. I’ll b erecommending this whenever I see people asking for advice on a first bike. It did also make me want to visit the local Decathlon store for the first time. A win on both fronts.
@julianb1902 4 роки тому
Visiting decathlon is always good, even if you don't buy anything. Their mantra is to make sports accessible to the many., They got me into road cycling and hiking. Love the store
@noobiedooby26 4 роки тому
Just bought mine, since then been bingwatching this channel! Great discovery. Cant wait to get my bike
@danielhofer6192 2 роки тому
I now own a Merida Silex +6000, and I am absolutely in love with this thing. The 1x11 SRAM Force 1 gearing is perfect for my area (ˋmountainsˋ up to like 600 meters, more like big hills, but can be really steep here and there). But I can also ride on a even road to like 40 kilometers/hour speed with ease, if there is no wind. I can modify it to be more like a mtb with 50mm tires or use 35mm ones more used for tarmac. All in all a superb everyday bike.
@spicypretzel7616 4 роки тому
Man Ollie is really shining in these vids ! Love his energy and occasional laughs :-D
@2ndAveScents 4 роки тому
That store looks absolutely amazing. I wish we had that here in the States.
@decc0484 4 роки тому
they have a couple locations in the bay area so far
@2ndAveScents 4 роки тому
decco damn it, I’m in LA
@thesaint8400 4 роки тому
Decathlon is paradise to us Europeans. You go in looking for a camping light, leave with a surfboard, horse saddle and boxing gloves
@jmac9139 4 роки тому
you do! dicks sporting goods is very similar I was there in Georgia before xmas
@TeKeyaKrystal 4 роки тому
I wish cycling was bigger in the States !
@rickchamberlain4498 4 роки тому
I got my first road bike last year, Triban rc500, love it. And it seems GCN agrees that they're awesome 👍
@capellamusic 4 роки тому
Love Decathlon bikes, excellent at a great cost, and I have 4, an MTB, a basic road bike for commuting, my previous speed road bike and now my new van rysel road bike, love them all! Great to see this video on GCN and presented by Ollie 😁
@EddieEmApuros 4 роки тому
Great video,just got my single speed from decathlon, love the thing fast and light.
@3vilshadyd 4 роки тому
"How much money you like to spend? There is no right answer to that question when buying a road bike" familiar opening statement to every time when making another bike purchase to your other half
@ianmoone6562 3 роки тому
I love you guys so much.... Video talking about all the questions I had, aimed at the brands I was looking for and the last minute dedicated to the exact bike.
@JMcLeodKC711 4 роки тому
Perfect explanation. Start with the max you want to spend. Hold back some for the accessories. The graphic showing more money = lighter weight was spot on.
@prestachuck2867 4 роки тому
Great job, Ollie! You’ve made it through a complete video without saying “Hour Record” once!
@Flippersflops 4 роки тому
Awesome video. Thanks for giving Sora and budget road bikes a fair review. It’s hard to find an honest, informed look at bikes under $2000.
@sting658 11 місяців тому
This is one of the best videos explaining for new bike users what to look for in a bike with enough information and complexity for any regular user
@kamucho 4 роки тому
Brilliant guide!!! Ollie is so good at explaining things!
@pkomarek 4 роки тому
Starts off similar to advice I give, the difference being that I say "Choose your max budget, then double it. That's what you'll actually spend before you leave the store." 😉
@user-gh6jo2ng2l 4 роки тому
Paul Komarek how do you have a check? You have 2 subs 😂
@RobBastien 4 роки тому
That's a great presentation
@remifolz4364 4 роки тому
Thanks for that video ! Very informative, good explanations about the different stuff to look at when buying a new bike !
@chinoodin4735 4 роки тому
Comfort comfort comfort. As a relatively newbie to the growth of cyclings options, it was a bit of a surprise to learn how pleasantly comfortable higher end bike frames were and of course the higher end components made shifting and breaking smoother/reliable adding to the enjoyable factor moving across the terrain. Hard to keep up with the component changes as they are constantly being modified, improved. But I digress. This is about that first bike...they all look so cool. Well done. Good intro to a fabulous activity and a future to the search for the most enjoyable comfortable bike.
@graham1034 3 роки тому
Yeah, I went a little different for my first road bike: a used bike that a local shop took as a trade in and was renting out. I rented it once and ended up buying it. Garneau carbon frame/fork/seatpost/bars, mixed 105/ultegra groupset, cheap mavic wheels, 11/25 cassette and 53/39 chainring. Considering this was 10 years ago, it was a pretty sweet bike for a beginner for ~$1000USD. Though given that I was about 100kg at the time and live in a very mountainous area, the gearing was a little rough. I remember about 6 months after buying it riding up a local hill that averages 8% over 12km. I thought I was going to die. Would highly recommend following the advice in the video and going for more reasonable gearing like 11/28 with a compact chainring. Now that I have ~10 years road riding experience, I actually really like 11/25 as the gears are nice and close. But I'd prefer a compact over a standard chainring given that I'm in the mountains.
@Nicolas-iy3kt Рік тому
Super vidéo , j'apprécie cette chaine qui aide les personnes qui aiment le vélo du débutant au plus expérimenté. Merci à vous beau travail !!!
@odintruegod7333 3 роки тому
Really great list of advices! Will translate it for my struggling friend who is about to make a decision on his first bike! Thank you so much!
@Oscaredi100 3 роки тому
Great video. You provide here key info in a very straightforward way to understand, even for ppl like me, who have no much knowledge about bike technical features. Thumbs up!
@keithwebster2224 4 роки тому
Great video, everything simply explained and very practical advice
@ryantaylor841 4 роки тому
I already have two road bikes but just watching cuz I like watching GCN. I have a Boardman pro carbon road bike and a giant winter bike that costed me 60pound but is good use and was cheap it could of been 140 but my friend had a discount on it so bought it.
@keithgray7557 3 роки тому
Really useful for someone like me just getting started into cycling. Well done guys.
@abhijitc06 Рік тому
Perfect video for beginners! You've covered everything! 2 weeks ago i was a beginner, I've spent hours to get to this level of clarity so your video was a revision to me. If i had seen your video earlier, i wouldn't have had to invest so long.😊😃
@plumbbob 3 роки тому
Glad decathalon are being recognised for their great bikes, had a few, all have been fantastic value and reliable, still have a couple of btwin mtbs that i use. Superb 👌
@paddyorourke5829 4 роки тому
Just what was needed from gcn simple informative with loads of helpful tips and info for the novice cyclist trying to up his game love it please keep these kind of episodes coming
@philo8198 2 роки тому
I always love the intro to this video. Amazing content and introduction. Kudos to the team
@walker2325 3 роки тому
While I was a kid I was amazed of bikes, the very first time I saw a roadbike it I was amazed of those skinny wheels. Because of GCN I finally bought my first roadbike. Just a secondhand but it was worth the saving. Thank you GCN you've changed my life
@conan_der_barbar 4 роки тому
could've needed this a year ago 🙈
@BPonTour 4 роки тому
Oh, why wasn't a video like that available some 5 to 7 years ago? I could have really used that. As I had to stumble blindly through all of that on my own I certainly learned a lot, but there's obviously quite a bit that I missed. I managed to speak to several people from bike shops, and a neighbor to decide on quite a few things that were a must have: - hydraulic disc brakes - instead of 'normal' disc brakes, in case of a heavy loaded bike - the group set level - cause my old was a really bad mesh of 2 different as I couldn't get any more spare parts of the original - dynamo and a very good light - don't want to pay the fine, especially since they've raised - mudguards - to commute to work without getting all dirty - a front bike rack, for traveling with bulky gear in early spring or late autumn - handle bars with decent width - because I was only used to City and Trekking bikes with wide handle bars and to allow for a KlickFix Ironically, I had to get another saddle after my first bike packing tour, because my feet constantly fell asleep while pedaling and I actually forgot to pay attention to that. Also, I forgot about the different tires and wheels completely and I will pay for that. The tires will have to be changed before I go on another tour even though the profile is still good. I'd still recommend the bike I chose, a Bergamont Grandurance RD 7 (model 2018) with a Shimano 105 group set, even though I do not like the Schwalbe G-One tire. It's very good on the road, pretty good on cobble stone and gravel (depending on size), but horrible on even slightly wet dirt and the sandy grounds of the forest paths in North and East Germanys forests.
@melliflousbufo 3 роки тому
At first I thought this was going to be a thinly veiled Decathlon advert but I'm glad I stuck with it - really informative and useful video!
@Bugatti12563 4 роки тому
The right video for me. I'm planning on buying my first road bike this summer and I have my eye on a entry level Cannondale which ticks all the boxes mentioned in the video.
@freewheels7544 4 роки тому
Aw yas , decathlon is great , they've got just great parts like tacx components , DI2s , mavic wheels for good prices . I've boosted my bike's performance for a fair amount of money 👌
@F1ll1nTh3Blanks 4 роки тому
Yes, however, if any of you are working at Decathlon can you tell them to, bring back the Van Rysel disc frame! I have been looking for the old Ultra AF GF frames in the mean time because I love the Value of Decathlon but I need a faster disc frame. I am tempted to just stand outside the store with a poster and a dark ominous scary outfit just to make the point. Brin back the Van Rysel disc frame! 😭
@freewheels7544 4 роки тому
@@F1ll1nTh3Blanks i'm just a normal mortal . You could go to the decathlon site and request them
@LEEGOSLEARNERS 4 роки тому
You are in luck, just need to wait until September 💪🏻
@robertdunlop5247 4 роки тому
Exactly what I was looking for. My Peloton isn't going anywhere.
@autofox5.067 8 місяців тому
Here I am watching this at 47 years old. I have enjoyed riding since I was a kid. I have recently lost over 70# and wanting to start an exercise that I enjoy and cycling is an interesting option. Thanks for all the info!
@bencze465 4 роки тому
Really glad such entry level stuff is shown. A lot of people can't afford, or won't want to commit to what seems really expensive at first. I'm just waiting for my first road bike which is a bit higher, a Spec Allez elite at 1300 euros, but I really like Decathlon and buy a lot of my accessories and basic stuff there including running clothing (except shoes, my feet are really pretentious), their outdoors section is really awesome for what is affordable day to day wear for me from shoes to winter shirts or hiking pants I wear while biking to work. Like many other people I also go there sometimes and buy a lot of stuff I didn't know I needed. Sometimes - it's a miss. I bought 3 or 4 types of running belts and none of them worked for me, but their running backpacks are quite acceptable for the price, their normal backpacks are really durable and awesome for all kinds of stuff from carrying notebook and work stuff (smaller size) to grocery shopping (bigger sizes). I'm not shareholder or an employee really but if we only had the higher brands I would have a LOT less good stuff.
@adityashetty1392 4 роки тому
So happy to see a video about decathlon. They truly have made sport more accessible and fun!
@backy86 4 роки тому
Completely agree. Great shop
@jashmodi 3 роки тому
But people just end up buying more unnecessary stuff.
@mcdonnell89 3 роки тому
10:46 First time the disc brakes looked so beautiful !
@brauliocastelblanco6597 3 роки тому
I got the Triban 540 and it's has been perfect so far, love my Decathlon's bike. Now I'm going to get my first carbon frame bike and it would be a Vanrysel!
@TomBekaert 2 роки тому
7th video I watched to be able to select a first bike for my daughter. You're the first one that really helped. Thanks for that.
@owenchuarbx 4 роки тому
Finally, an update to Ollie's B'Twin Video from 2016 (back when he was with CyclingWeekly) My first road bike was a B'Twin Triban 500 (now the RC120) but I swapped to the Ultra 700 AF (now the Van Rysel RR900 AF) as I prefer the better components over there.
@F1ll1nTh3Blanks 4 роки тому
I am waiting to upgrade to the Van Rysel frame from my RC120 but they don't have a disc version yet. I have been waiting a whole year now. It's stressing me out. 😂
@stevecrabb1 4 роки тому
I did the same. Fine bikes, excellent warranty and service. Their clothes and accessories are just great value for money.
@sakthivelv1777 3 роки тому
@@F1ll1nTh3Blanks bro, what is special about that frame ?
@F1ll1nTh3Blanks 3 роки тому
@@sakthivelv1777 It's a better frame; lighter, sportier, etc etc.
@sakthivelv1777 3 роки тому
@@F1ll1nTh3Blanks Thank you!
@joeinglesfield7446 4 роки тому
A follow-up video on bike handling could be a great opportunity to progress people from this point
@martinbeck8514 3 роки тому
Just what I needed to know for my first big buy of a road bike. Many thanks.
@leotard2536 3 роки тому
I love Decathlon. Been cycling for 3 years, and I still use it as my primary bike shop. You just can't beat those prices
@simons.collins925 4 роки тому
He'll have a few issues kite-surfing with a sport kite! 😂
@JohnThankamony 3 роки тому
Who are the people who don’t like this video!?!? It’s brilliant!
@wallingtonlin9208 3 роки тому
Thank you GCN! This video is really helpful.
@AvailableUniverse 3 роки тому
You know seeing this video really helped me pull that trigger. Wanted to buy from LBS but everything comes in the fall. So went for that blue bike and can't wait to ride. Thank you guys your videos got me through stay at home, grocery work and final term of University. Sorry if I'm using the last sentence wrong, I'm from US and not entirely sure on the terms in UK.
@a1harrogate 4 роки тому
I bought my first road bike secondhand, and never regretted it. I had a road bike in a previous life, but transitioned to MTB's years ago and subsequently went off road bikes. But now I'm older and more delicate, there's less chance of falling badly on a road bike. I now have a Fuji alloy with carbon forks, its beautiful to ride, light enough, and was cheap enough secondhand to be able to upgrade the rear cluster and another (secondhand) derailleur to cope. New bikes are great, but a good secondhand is much cheaper, and cheaper to upgrade. I bought mine before disc brakes became popular, but I would have preferred discs.
@ewraticcreations8277 4 роки тому
My thought as well, butUsed bikes can not pay GCN as well as decathlon. Technically uneducated people often end up with a misfit used bike, I met more ppl getting the wrong bike in decathlon though
@dannyeldergolf 4 роки тому
Wish I’d watched this before I bought my first bike as I would have had a much better idea of what to look for! Although I’m happy enough with my bike as in a total beginner, I’ll look at something better further down the line
@malc.malc510 10 місяців тому
About to buy my first bike, but had to watch a video like this first. Appreciate this!
@Kek5kopF 3 роки тому
Finally, GCN recommending some good value entry level bikes outside the scope of expensive traditional brands. Sadly, it still needed a marketing deal with Decathlon to do it...
@chanito_nyc 4 роки тому
“Includes Paid Promotion” Didn’t notice!
@saurabhmahuli4134 3 роки тому
lol
@IceKingIRL 3 роки тому
So excited to find a helpful video. As someone who has spent the last 2 years shredding off a little over 150 pounds of body fat, I am so excited to start picking up new healthy active hobbies, especially cycling! Thanks
@lifecycle579 3 роки тому
Thanks for your great support for the beginners
@ADCFproductions 4 роки тому
NO WAY!!! I've been thinking about buying a Triban 520 RC :D comes with 105 groupset and the disk brakes are also improved!
@RaphaelKlaja 4 роки тому
I have one and truly recommend you buy it too 😉 The only thing is that i fund the painting was quite fragile but it might just be me
@ADCFproductions 4 роки тому
@@RaphaelKlaja thanks man i will buy it soon! :D
@dancariaz 4 роки тому
Too late, I bought my first road bike this week :D
@IAmAnnaish 5 місяців тому
Thank you so much, this was really helpful as I look to get back into cycling as an adult
@dennismaeng8058 4 роки тому
Very helpful for beginners, thank you~!!
@colincanyon2519 4 роки тому
Do your homework on sizes then go buy a nearly new used bike and save an absolute packet! 👍😎
@jamesbearpark3794 4 роки тому
Yeah I usually research the new stuff on websites to find out what I'm looking for, the go on eBay or Gumtree and find the same bike for a couple hundred quid off
@colincanyon2519 4 роки тому
@Antiquity Athletics Co. Waste not want not! 😁
@spookypineapple 4 роки тому
Absolute "packet??" I love you Brits and your crazy slang.
@colincanyon2519 4 роки тому
@Anthony Duncalf Yes I've been buying bikes over years for a third of the original price! I also do all my own work to them too, it's a no brainer! 😁
@colincanyon2519 4 роки тому
@Antiquity Athletics Co. Thankyou!
@BrisLS1 2 роки тому
My first road bike was a Fuji 10 speed (that is 5 rear sprockets only). It was perfect, but just a bit heavy and cumbersome. Second was a Fuji Esprit 12 speed, which was just awesome. Lightweight, with shifters on the downtube and better gear ratios. I actually shifted the gears up and down in order using the documentation that came with it. Best bike ever.
@kuxey.6731 3 роки тому
I’m 11 I got a frog team sky road bike 4 years ago had clip less pedals on it and 2 years ago I grew out of it I know have a Specialized Allez E5 elite and loving it
@ChannelTrooper 2 роки тому
Thanks Ollie! Great video! I bought the exact same one after looking out for comparable models which were all at least 100-200$ more expensive for the same set of features!
@Gibbo263 4 роки тому
The latest Sora is amazing at its price point, highly recommended
@SLOWVERT 3 роки тому
It’s based off the old gen Ultegra
@giovannimunoz8278 4 роки тому
I'm not gonna lie I watched a quarter of the video and I already ordered my bike from decathlon, this guy us gooood lol
@davidmeloni8282 3 роки тому
And satisfied with it?
@giovannimunoz8278 3 роки тому
@@davidmeloni8282 yeah the bike is great 👍 bought it for 500$ which is the best for the price around me in NJ
@KoenMiseur 4 роки тому
I'm no beginner for ages but this guide is very usefull for anybody that wants to buy a new bike, a few of my friends have asked these questions to, now I can just send them this video ;)!
@hrahulgupta 4 роки тому
Finally love to see GCN review the bike I own - triban rc 500...just realised how cool it's color is.
@izi941 4 роки тому
Despite my 8 drop bar and 4 flat bar bikes, I’m still watching and enjoying the video. Good content 👏👏
@thisisalex7 4 роки тому
bit of a humble brag but ok
@oftankoftan 4 роки тому
@@thisisalex7 hey guys just sitting here on my mountain of cash! good content! 👏👏
@kbielars 4 роки тому
same here :D
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