This isn't a huge bargain for the type of bike. You get a heavy but very strong steel frame with steel forks. Great load capacity and capable of some knocks, basic components but you do get an entry level Shimano tourney derailleur. These are produced at high speed and low cost. You'll probably need to adjust the bike when you get it to ensure everything is correct and often there is missing or very minimal grease. It will practically need a service before use.

It benefits from not having suspension the cheap bikes achilles heel which is often hopeless. Basically only really suitable for someone who knows what they are doing to service a bike. Who wants a cheap commuting bike possibly that doesn't appeal to thieves much or wouldn't be a huge loss if stolen.

I've used such a bike many years ago for many thousands of miles and it was great.

The important thing you have to realise here is the bike is never worth £160, with the voucher you are probably only £10 under the going rate for such a bike.

Looking at sports direct they do a near identical bike under a different brand at the same price with cheaper delivery.

http://www.sportsdirect.com/muddyfox-energy26-mens-932274?colcode=93227411

Also they have some cheap cycle accessories of which some you might want anyway when you buy a new bike. So the Tesco deal doesn't look so great.

Don't forget to go through a cashback site where ever you buy one. Also check out Argos who may do similar bikes at these sort of prices. Toys R us aren't so good as their quality believe it or not is actually much worse than the Tesco and sports direct bikes, they don't even fit Shimano derailleurs but often very low end Chinese brand parts which are very problematic.

Lastly poundland do a lot of cheap bike stuff, pump, inner tubes, tools, puncture repair kits, lights etc. All usable but basic.

Wilkinsons do cheap tyres.

i maybe a little harsh, but i am that guy that bought the cheap £75 MTB and on the first ride who had to carry the bike back from a small ride with the derailleur stuck in the spokes. i've got a grave yard of kids bikes from sports direct/toysRus and Tesco bikes waiting to be weighed in. i'd take a picture but it's dark now, i've learn't my lesson the hard way. just wish i still had my raleigh burner with yellow mags!!

I think you are right but a bit harsh. These aren't too bad for kids who are gonna throw their bikes down in the park and they are cheap so makes them less attractive to thieves. Not good if you are a serious bike rider but for the kids not too bad. Personally I got a kids one last year in the sale for my little boy, paid £36. Looks reasonable build quality but he hasn't taken it out yet, it will only be the right size for 18 months so not too fussed if it get broken after 12 months.

£7.95 delivery to factor in too

is this bike any good?

^^ nope, i've bought the kids these types of bikes before heavy and will break within a year. if you want a bike for yourself at this price point buy second hand and look at a hybrid (and some more cash). if your thinking of going off road mainly the budget needs to go up a couple of hundred £.

edit: i thought it was a MTB but it isn't, but still wouldn't touch it with a barge pole.

i maybe a little harsh, but i am that guy that bought the cheap £75 MTB and on the first ride who had to carry the bike back from a small ride with the derailleur stuck in the spokes. i've got a grave yard of kids bikes from sports direct/toysRus and Tesco bikes waiting to be weighed in. i'd take a picture but it's dark now, i've learn't my lesson the hard way. just wish i still had my raleigh burner with yellow mags!!

This isn't a huge bargain for the type of bike. You get a heavy but very strong steel frame with steel forks. Great load capacity and capable of some knocks, basic components but you do get an entry level Shimano tourney derailleur. These are produced at high speed and low cost. You'll probably need to adjust the bike when you get it to ensure everything is correct and often there is missing or very minimal grease. It will practically need a service before use.

It benefits from not having suspension the cheap bikes achilles heel which is often hopeless. Basically only really suitable for someone who knows what they are doing to service a bike. Who wants a cheap commuting bike possibly that doesn't appeal to thieves much or wouldn't be a huge loss if stolen.

I've used such a bike many years ago for many thousands of miles and it was great.

The important thing you have to realise here is the bike is never worth £160, with the voucher you are probably only £10 under the going rate for such a bike.

Looking at sports direct they do a near identical bike under a different brand at the same price with cheaper delivery.

http://www.sportsdirect.com/muddyfox-energy26-mens-932274?colcode=93227411

Also they have some cheap cycle accessories of which some you might want anyway when you buy a new bike. So the Tesco deal doesn't look so great.

Don't forget to go through a cashback site where ever you buy one. Also check out Argos who may do similar bikes at these sort of prices. Toys R us aren't so good as their quality believe it or not is actually much worse than the Tesco and sports direct bikes, they don't even fit Shimano derailleurs but often very low end Chinese brand parts which are very problematic.

Lastly poundland do a lot of cheap bike stuff, pump, inner tubes, tools, puncture repair kits, lights etc. All usable but basic.

Wilkinsons do cheap tyres.

Most sensible bike post I've ever read on here.

Actually, that doesn't sound like a fantastic accolade does it? (...and the "Most Sensible Bike Post" award goes to...!) - but you catch my drift (did you see what I did there? :wink:)

It's ideal for £80. Don't expect to do black runs, but ideal for now and again riding...