Try the Giant Germany website. Usually posts the weight of each bike. Same with Giant Japan site too.
ricey
13 Mar 171#24
Just paid £500 for Giant Escape. I am devastated.
Have heat!
wedgec
12 Mar 17#17
Is this better than the carrera parva for £40 less at halfords? Using for commuting and such.
youknowwho to wedgec
13 Mar 17#23
I think so. Better components but probably marginal.
jaydeeuk1
12 Mar 17#13
Picked up the Boardman hybrid comp last week for £338, was this a better deal? Know stuff all about bikes. Just went for it as had hydraulic brakes for my bafang motor
youknowwho to jaydeeuk1
13 Mar 17#22
Think the Boardman is a better bet but it's £70 more. And out of my budget (£300). It's always a case of spend a little more and get more. In either case I think you got a good deal.
KareemSaid
12 Mar 17#18
13 KG for a bike without disc brakes seems very heavy to me. Pretty much at it's money for me with this low spec. Never worth any more.
You'd be better off at Decathlon, Halfords with their various discounts or if you know what you are looking for spending out 2nd hand.
Forks weigh this down and are completely superflous.
You could get a lot better bike from Wiggle and Chain Reaction own brands. Paying for the name
youknowwho to KareemSaid
13 Mar 17#21
Hello I spend a lot of time at Halfords, Decathlon, Wiggle etc (even taking trips to my local decathlon and halfords) and I couldn't see anything there better.
I was tempted by the Triban 500 Flatbar but it's a road bike rather than hybrid. Decathlon hoprider are ugly (in my opinion) and they are a lot heavier.
There was nothing in Halfords that matched the spec and brand for the price.
Do you have names/links or just general "I could get it cheaper" comment?
youknowwho
13 Mar 171#20
There isn't much difference in components between the two. Except one is a lot more expensive :smiley: The shocks are the only item that's an issue, and it was an issue for me too. I was not too keen, but figured if they put on 0.5kg then it's not the end of the world and maybe it gives me a little more scope in the future.
Good price for decent hybrid, personally don't think shocks are necessary and just add weight. Also shocks don't really take much abuse if you use this as a daily tcommuter in all weathers. But as a fair weather bike for a bit of it will be good.
fallout51
24 Feb 173#3
I gave up on my order after seeing delivery to Northern Ireland is £79.99.
fishmaster to fallout51
12 Mar 171#15
For that price I'd expect a bloke to be cycling it all the way to your house.
dwl99
24 Feb 17#6
Tempted by this - I have a cheapo steel-framed bike which weighs a ton and am thinking of getting something lighter and better for general exercise rather than any serious cycling. Would this fit the bill? Is there any other make I should consider for round about the same price or less?
Thanks
PS also 3.45% Topcashback, can also try code 25OFF for further £25 off
DigitalReaper to dwl99
12 Mar 174#14
Wouldn't you get more exercise on a heavy bike?
dwl99
1 Mar 17#11
Bike arrived yesterday. Really pleased with it, thanks for posting.
youknowwho to dwl99
1 Mar 17#12
Glad you liked it - I picked mine up on Sunday and tested it on Monday - really happy with it too.
For the money it's superb - can see why it's worth £400 RRP
sat384
28 Feb 17#10
Thanks, ordered
dwl99
25 Feb 171#9
Damn you HUKD. Again. Ordered for £244.99 with code 25OFF
neils31
24 Feb 171#8
I have the roam 2 paid £495 for it when it was new, this is a bargain
The Giant won because it's a more respected brand and slightly more mountain bike features. The Verenti (Wiggle own brand) is more road focused.
RamiresJ
24 Feb 171#2
small black out of stock
youknowwho to RamiresJ
24 Feb 17#5
will update post :smiley:
dwl99
24 Feb 17#1
specs - Weight - Not Available
youknowwho to dwl99
24 Feb 172#4
It's because Giant don't declare a weight and instead have this text
"The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All Giant bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality."
I think the text is a bit of a cop-out, they could have given an average. But if Giant the manufacturers don't declare it then can't expect resellers to do so either.
That being said Dr Google suggests it weighs around 13 kg.
Opening post
Link to Giant website describing the bike https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/roam-3-2016
Good price for a "budget" hybrid
Frame - Aluxx Grade Aluminium
Fork - SR Suntour NEX HLO Lock Out, 63mm Travel
Shock - n/a
Number of Gears - 24
Shifters - Shimano EZ Fire 51 24 Speed
Chainset - SR Suntour XCT 48/38/28T
Chainrings - 48/38/28T
Cassette - Shimano HG31 11-34T
Chain - KMC Z8
Front Derailleur - Shimano M191
Rear Derailleur - Shimano Acera
Bottom Bracket - SR Suntour Cartridge
Pedals - One-Piece PP
Rims - Giant GX02 Aluminium, Double Wall
Front Hub - Formula Sealed
Rear Hub - Formula Sealed
Front Tyre - Giant S-RX4 700x40c
Rear Tyre - Giant S-RX4 700x40c
Front Brake - MTB Alloy Linear Pull
Rear Brake - MTB Alloy Linear Pull
Brake Levers - Shimano EZ Fire 51
Handlebars - Giant Sport, 30mm Rise
Grips - Included
Headset - Included
Stem - Giant Sport
Saddle - Giant Connect Upright
Seatpost - Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Post Clamp - Included
Weight - Not Available
Brand - Giant
Model - Roam 3
GTIN/EAN - 601522
New model is out and approx £400
Hope this helps someone
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Still loving mine!
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/roam-3-2016 if you are interested.
Have heat!
You'd be better off at Decathlon, Halfords with their various discounts or if you know what you are looking for spending out 2nd hand.
Forks weigh this down and are completely superflous.
You could get a lot better bike from Wiggle and Chain Reaction own brands. Paying for the name
I was tempted by the Triban 500 Flatbar but it's a road bike rather than hybrid. Decathlon hoprider are ugly (in my opinion) and they are a lot heavier.
There was nothing in Halfords that matched the spec and brand for the price.
Do you have names/links or just general "I could get it cheaper" comment?
Thanks
PS also 3.45% Topcashback, can also try code 25OFF for further £25 off
For the money it's superb - can see why it's worth £400 RRP
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/verenti-division-2-2016/
The Giant won because it's a more respected brand and slightly more mountain bike features. The Verenti (Wiggle own brand) is more road focused.
"The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All Giant bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality."
I think the text is a bit of a cop-out, they could have given an average. But if Giant the manufacturers don't declare it then can't expect resellers to do so either.
That being said Dr Google suggests it weighs around 13 kg.