rate this bike?

murf313

hi, im new to the cycling forum. im basically looking for a decent hybrid bike, im looking at this one at 689e with 10% off. any views?

its a GIANT seek

Model SEEK 0
Sizes S(16"), M(18"), L(20"), XL(22")
Colors Anodised Silver
Frame Giant AluxX aluminium, Fluid FormedTM Eccentric BB, Bolt-on dropouts, stainless TT protector
Fork Giant AluxX aluminium, Fluid FormedTM
Shock N/A
Handlebar Aluminium Anatomic riser OS
Stem T-6 Aluminium Aluminium ahead
Seatpost T-6 Aluminium Variable offset design
Saddle Giant Urban Trail
Pedals Giant platform
Shifters Shimano Alfine 8 speed trigger
Front Derailleur N/A
Rear Derailleur N/A
Brakes Giant Root hydraulic disc, Gold edition
Brake Levers Giant Root, Gold edition
Cassette 20T
Chain KMC Z41
Crankset Shimano Alfine S500 Hollowtech II 45T
Bottom Bracket Shimano Hollowtech II
Rims Giant CR06 DW Aluminium
Hubs Shimano Alfine 8sp Disc
Spokes Stainless steel
Tyres Maxxis Detonator 700x32mm
Extras
Weight (lb/kg) 27.13/12.62

petethedrummer

These are the closest I can get to reviews of the bike.

http://doulogos.blogspot.com/2009/04/2009-giant-seek-1-review.html
http://bikesfortherestofus.blogspot.com/2009/01/giant-bicycles-seek-series.html
http://www.tredzblog.co.uk/2009/08/giant-2010-bike-launch-preview.html

murf313

cheers for that. any thoughts on the price?

petethedrummer

I don't know much about prices. All I know is you could ring a few bike shops and ask for a price on the bike and see who does the best deal on price, freebies, servicing etc.....