which of these bikes represents better value?

cojomo2

Hi,

I'm due to pick up a new bike(hybrid for commuting/weekend cycles) on Friday. I only have 10euro deposit on the bike, which is this(carerra subway one)

http://www.halfords.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_11101_catalogId_15551_productId_551221_langId_-1_categoryId_212377

The other option is this(Giant crs 4)
http://www.cyclesuperstore.ie/shop/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=38&idproduct=30375

I know Giant is a more well known brand, when it comes down to whats actually on these two bikes, is there a clear winner, or are they both pretty much on par?

Thanks for any advice, much appreciated.

twinsen

They are both not the best bikes. But I think giant would be better. Even though I am not a big fan of their bikes.

cojomo2

twinsen wrote: »

They are both not the best bikes. But I think giant would be better. Even though I am not a big fan of their bikes.

any reason it's better?Not being smart, just genuinely interested.

I know they aren't the best bikes, but my budget is 300 or so, if you can point me in the direction of a better bike for that money please do:).

Thanks

cojomo2

can anyone here offer some helpful advice?pleaaase,:)

Lumen

All things being equal, I'd rather buy a bike from CSS than Halfords.

cojomo2

Lumen wrote: »

All things being equal, I'd rather buy a bike from CSS than Halfords.

I understand this, and agree.

But are these two bikes equal, if not , which is better, that's what I'm trying to find out.

Can anyone that knows a bit about bikes give their opinion on the comparison of these two? Just the bikes themselves, I am aware that the service/ after sales would be better from CSS.

seamus

They're pretty equal. The giant looks better IMO and the only thing which would edge it for a hybrid bike is the adjustable stem on the giant which the carrera doesn't have.

paddyduc

I'd buy the giant.
shimano shifters last longer
700c wheels
adjustable stem
css service

ryan0380

I've been cycling a carrera road pro for the last 6 months and while it's not a carbon flying machine it has never given me any trouble and everything still works perfectly. I bought carrera off a mate to see if I would like road biking and I just ordered a new bike yesterday but the carrera has been reliable and comfortable. I wouldn't be a fan of halfords though

BostonB

cojomo2 wrote: »

I understand this, and agree.

But are these two bikes equal, if not , which is better, that's what I'm trying to find out.

Can anyone that knows a bit about bikes give their opinion on the comparison of these two? Just the bikes themselves, I am aware that the service/ after sales would be better from CSS.

From just looking at them in the shop, the Giant, looks a much better made bike. Like it would go forever. Certainly the one I tried was comfy to ride on. Someone at work has one has nothing but praise for it.

The Carerra I'm sure is fine, its just doesn't look as bomb proof as the Giant. Its has a reputation as a reliable commuting, IF you get someone decent in Halfords to set it up.

Both bikes are more on the robust side of things rather than light/fast.

I'd go for the Giant.

kona

If you have a axa card the subway would be the better value IMO

€340 V €300-15% , be almost €100 in the difference! They are very similar IMO. Shimano is more durable than Sram though from what Ive seen.

FISMA

To the OP,
If these are your two choices, then IMHO, the Giant is the better choice.

I would go with the Giant frame over the other. Also, there appears to be more name brand components on the Giant: Shimano, FSA, and SunTour.

Can you actually get your hands on the bikes? If so, I would: (1) pick both up and see which is lighter, (2) spin the wheels and see which roll better, (3) turn the cranks and see which has more resistance, and (4) check out the warranty.

Whomever has more of the above criteria is the winner.

Slan

kona

FISMA wrote: »

turns the cranks and see which has more resistance,

LOL

seriously ?