GCN's Guide To Buying Your First Road Bike




So you’ve decided to buy your first road bike, and taken your first step into the larger world of the cycling community. But it can be quite overwhelming; there are so many different styles and brands of bikes to chose from – and knowing where to start can be daunting. In this video, Ollie helps you find everything you’ll need to know about purchasing your first road bike to start you on your journey of becoming a cyclist.

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