Hey all!
I could use some advice. I have a 20 mi (short way) 25+ (long way) round trip commute to work which I have tried on both my hardtail mtb and my Cervelo Soloist. I really would like to start commuting by bike to work more and while both of my bikes get the job done...I've been eyeing a Raleigh Clubman the LBS has sitting on their floor.
At $1100 its not cheap but it sure is a sweetheart. Took it for a few rides down the street and I know I would love it. It has a pretty nice steel frame that is quite comfortable AND a Brooks saddle - but, it has really low end Shimano spec components and Freedom wheels (I have no idea who they are??) Its relatively new, but does anyone have any experience on this bike? I'd be using it as an "all arounder" and commuter - but just curious if you guys think this ride is worth the price.
Additional note - the shop swapped the original spec Brooks Swift saddle for a B17 off of a Raleigh One Way for a past customer. I have no qualms with the B17 but would kinda like to have the Swift that its supposed to come with - any thoughts??
Thanks for the help!
I could use some advice. I have a 20 mi (short way) 25+ (long way) round trip commute to work which I have tried on both my hardtail mtb and my Cervelo Soloist. I really would like to start commuting by bike to work more and while both of my bikes get the job done...I've been eyeing a Raleigh Clubman the LBS has sitting on their floor.
At $1100 its not cheap but it sure is a sweetheart. Took it for a few rides down the street and I know I would love it. It has a pretty nice steel frame that is quite comfortable AND a Brooks saddle - but, it has really low end Shimano spec components and Freedom wheels (I have no idea who they are??) Its relatively new, but does anyone have any experience on this bike? I'd be using it as an "all arounder" and commuter - but just curious if you guys think this ride is worth the price.
Additional note - the shop swapped the original spec Brooks Swift saddle for a B17 off of a Raleigh One Way for a past customer. I have no qualms with the B17 but would kinda like to have the Swift that its supposed to come with - any thoughts??
Thanks for the help!