Want to buy a bike but not sure where to start? Halfords have got all types of riding covered with their new range of Carrera bikes. There are 25 great value bikes for all types of riding with road, mountain and hybrid bicycles starting from just £299.99.
Launched in the 1970s, Carrera has now become one of the UK’s most popular brands, so you can choose from great value lightweight racers, full on mountain bikes or town and trail classics.
Carrera cycles designer Justin Stevenson says, "With a more contemporary image and lots of attention to detail in every aspect, looking back at the completed range I feel incredibly proud of what we have achieved. I’ve been so lucky to be able to work with the Carrera brand with blank sheet of paper – and no rules! I really wanted to keep the value Carrera has been famous for but to add a twist with some exciting visuals and improving on the ride performance to develop what I believe are some true high level bikes at great value prices.”
The mountain bike range includes 10 lightweight hard tail (suspension on the front forks only) and rugged full-suspension bikes (often known as full-suss) for taking on the most challenging terrain. Highlights include the new Carrera Fury featuring 2x10 speed gearing extremely competitively priced at £599.99.
There are three stylish road racing bikes for ultimate speed, including the new Carrera TDF road range priced £299.99, now a permanent addition to the range.
Then there are 12 versatile hybrid bikes that you will find are equally at home riding around town or on the trails. The Bike List likes performance hybrid, the £369.99 Gryphon, which delivers maximum speed for minimum effort, almost like a road bike but with flat rather than drop handle bars. But if you’re after a more mountain bike look without the suspension, you’ll be more interested in the new Subway’s aggressive styling, priced at £299.99. For a more traditional look riding on canal paths and short commutes try the Crosspath and Real Classic Deluxe from £399.99.
The new Carrera collection is exclusively available from Halfords.com and over 460 superstores nationwide. The much anticipated Carrera Fury and Banshee are due to arrive late September.
Mini interview with designer Justin Stevenson
FIRST BIKE
An orange and chrome Raleigh Chipper – I loved it.
GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT
Nailing the climb up Jacobs ladder in the Peaks in one smooth and controlled effort (or did I dream that?)
FAVOURITE RIDE
An uplift and long descent from the top of the mountains down to Lake Garda. Perfect weather and views over the lake as the sun set. It was a one off and will never be forgotten.
DEFINE CARRERA
Great Visuals. Great Value. Great Ride.
Posted on Tuesday, 16 August 2011
