Cannondale quick 2....Specialized Sirrus 4...or Trek fx disc 3 or 4
03-18-21, 05:58 AM
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Cannondale quick 2....Specialized Sirrus 4...or Trek fx disc 3 or 4
03-18-21, 06:44 AM
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Unfortunately, bicycle comfort is so subjective and personal, that you really need to try a few bikes to see what you like. Some people are more comfortable when leaned forward, on a longer, lower bike with a longer reach. Some people are more comfortable when seated more upright with a shorter reach. Fortunately, you can tune the fit of a particular bike to your liking after you buy it and start riding it. Any of the choices you've listed will be good bikes. The components bolted to the bikes are commodity items and are generally the same or similar on each bike brand. As long as you're shopping in a given price range, you should find a similar value in different brands. Choose based on bike shop (which shop you prefer), style and color, and...right now...availability.
Two other brands and models to add to your list: Giant Escape and Jamis Coda. The Giant Escape is an aluminum-framed bike similar to the Quick, Sirrus, and FX. The Coda is a steel-framed bike in the same category. Unlike the steel frame on a Huffy, however, the Coda's frame uses high quality Reynolds steel and will have a weight similar to the aluminum-framed options you're considering. One factor in the Coda's favor may be (and I said may) some additional compliance as you ride. Due to the nature of the material, the tubing in steel frames is often a bit thinner and smaller diameter than the tubing in aluminum frames and this can help mitigate some of the impact harshness of rough roads or high pressure tires. Note all the words in italic font -- this is because there are no givens and there are a lot of factors in frame design and tuning. But steel frames often have a pleasant ride quality to them that may interest you.
Two other brands and models to add to your list: Giant Escape and Jamis Coda. The Giant Escape is an aluminum-framed bike similar to the Quick, Sirrus, and FX. The Coda is a steel-framed bike in the same category. Unlike the steel frame on a Huffy, however, the Coda's frame uses high quality Reynolds steel and will have a weight similar to the aluminum-framed options you're considering. One factor in the Coda's favor may be (and I said may) some additional compliance as you ride. Due to the nature of the material, the tubing in steel frames is often a bit thinner and smaller diameter than the tubing in aluminum frames and this can help mitigate some of the impact harshness of rough roads or high pressure tires. Note all the words in italic font -- this is because there are no givens and there are a lot of factors in frame design and tuning. But steel frames often have a pleasant ride quality to them that may interest you.
03-18-21, 12:09 PM
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Any of those bikes will go as far/fast as your fitness dictates. Which will be the easiest to ride?-The one that fits you best. Which will fit best? Hard to tell: not a lot to add from my response to your orig post, I know. But it's true. I have ridden the Trek FX and knows it works for me, but a different make might feel much better to you.
Orig post and my reply: Help on buying a bike( unseen in these times) - Bike Forums
Orig post and my reply: Help on buying a bike( unseen in these times) - Bike Forums
