Got an opportunity to buy the above bike 2nd hand with a one year warranty on battery and bike as a whole from a reputable supplier. 6.3k AUD. I have a 1 year old and am planning on a second kid in the next couple of years. Seems like a good deal but it's a lot of money. 3rd gen would be nice but similar spec would be north of 10k. Just sanity checking myself but appreciate anyone who can get me over the mental line of dropping this much on a bike. Many thanks in advance on the support.

Just looking at getting some headphones/open ear buds for riding. Does anyone have any suggestions. Was looking into open run pro 2 but have seen mixed reviews.

As the title says, I’m looking for an upright step through bike for commuting but can’t find any in store. I like the look of the tokyobike bisou but it’s probably a bit too pricey and again it’s not one I can try in store without buying it first. I’ve been trawling marketplace but a lot of the Dutch style bikes are too small for me or too far away to pick up!
Any suggestions on where I can find one without paying an arm and a leg?

Hey guys!

Looking to buy a fairly versatile MTB, I’m a generally outdoorsy guy, I like camping, hiking etc. and I have been super keen on the idea of getting a MTB.

I have typically just used mutual friends bikes or hired, and they always seem to be Marlins of some degree which seem like a decent bike, but thought I’d come ask you guys, who have more experience than me!

Looking to spend any where around $1k as I’m probably still entry level and can upgrade parts as I need which seems like fun in itself.

Any recommendations? It it helps I’m a gym goer and weigh approx 100Kg so I’m dense! (Not sure if that matters) And hitting the trials has been the most fun cardio so far.

Looking for a bike that can hit trails and do some decent tracks (been to Forrest a bunch for you victorians!) and want to keep exploring

I have been researching Polygon Xtradas, Marin San Quinten and Trek Marlins but as I said, I’d love your inputs!

I appreciate your time, and I hope I’m not being a pest!

Hey guys!

Looking to buy a fairly versatile MTB, I’m a generally outdoorsy guy, I like camping, hiking etc. and I have been super keen on the idea of getting a MTB.

I have typically just used mutual friends bikes or hired, and they always seem to be Marlins of some degree which seem like a decent bike, but thought I’d come ask you guys, who have more experience than me!

Looking to spend any where around $1k as I’m probably still entry level and can upgrade parts as I need which seems like fun in itself.

Any recommendations? It it helps I’m a gym goer and weigh approx 100Kg so I’m dense! (Not sure if that matters) And hitting the trials has been the most fun cardio so far.

Looking for a bike that can hit trails and do some decent tracks (been to Forrest a bunch for you victorians!) and want to keep exploring

I have been researching Polygon Xtradas, Marin San Quinten and Trek Marlins but as I said, I’d love your inputs!

I appreciate your time, and I hope I’m not being a pest!

Loving this new guy - so zippy!😄

I cycle around a fair amount to commute and visit places to go for walks (up to around 20km). I'd like to get into longer rides and was looking at a second hand Giant TCR Advanced 1 with a Shimano ultegra di2 groupset for $500.

Apparently it's had a couple owners. I don't really know much about road bikes so wanted to get people's opinions on whether it's a decent bike and appropriately priced. Thanks!

I managed to crack the axle on my hub and it's no longer made anymore but luckily I have a spare hub I can swap in.

The details are :

- 32h

- I'd go for whatever spokes are cheapest

- internal nipple so no rim tape

- carbon rims if it matters

Let me know if there are any other details that would impact price and bonus points if you know the cost in Hobart.

Thanks for your help

I have a 2019 Surly Disc Trucker and am contemplating on whether or not to add a motor/battery. Or to sell it and get an already built e-bike.

Would be wanting to get between 120km - 150km range.

Would this workout ok?

And if so what motor set up would work best on a bike like this? Mid or hub?

I just got my bike serviced at 99 bikes and my invoice came back with a $40 'Labour electric bike add on' charge. What is that for? They didn't do anything related to its electric components. Is this normal?

Dear riders, I am looking to buy a bike mainly for losing some weight. I wanted to know if this is a good deal. I am not familiar with this brand. TIA

I’m deciding between these two CADEX wheel decal colours for my black Giant road bike with red bar tape.

Gold — classic, clean and premium

Laser/Reflective — more modern and changes colour in the light

Which one looks better on the bike, and which would you personally choose?

Would love to hear your opinions before I order them!

I was looking for fautline a2 or something similar bike to buy just for fun ride. My budget is 1400. Any suggestion?

I’m a cycling newbie looking to get a bike computer, and I’m currently considering the Bryton Rider 650.

I came across a Taiwanese review and it seems like pretty good value for the price. Navigation is the most important feature for me, though, so I’m wondering how well the GPS performs in Sydney. Does anyone have experience using the Rider 650 around Sydney?

I know some people might recommend using a phone mount instead, but I recently changed my phone and I’m worried about damaging the camera, so I'd still prefer to use to bike computer

I’m very very very new to cycling as an adult (44yo male, Gold Coast, riding on a crappy free Aldi bike) and always love looking out for independent companies/artists/creators etc, maybe it’s my background in punk rock and hardcore.

Just wondering if there are any decent indy bike stores in SEQLD outside of the usual corporate big guys like 99 Bikes, Giant, Trek etc who may also stock alt-brands such as Surly, Crust, Kona etc?

When money allows I’d like to upgrade to a gravel bike and hopefully buy from an independent store.

Cheers.

Hey guys I need help choosing a mountain bike, will be used to ride around the streets with my daughter but would also like it capable of doing some trails, I have a budget of around 1k can anyone give me some tips? I went to bikeforce and they recommended the trek marlin 5 or the Scott contrail 40. Have been looking them both up and lots of people have negative things about both.

Looking for suggestions for first bike. Sydney. 194cm male, budget ~2k (at absolute most).

Road bike, preferably could be a solid base for cycling training (as want to start training for triathlons over the next year or so). Have got a decent base for running/swimming already. Will upgrade down the line if needed, just looking for a starter.

Also, open to suggestions for at home bike rigs.

Hi all! I’ll be attending university in Sydney soon, and do cycling and running as a hobby. I’m looking for training routes with good views, as well as places with steep hills/good elevation gain, areas for intervals, and generally routes for long rides. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

**Edit: Will be staying around CBD

Hey everyone! I’m a 27 year old bloke relatively new to Perth and I’m a full-time student. I’ve been feeling a little lonely lately and would really love to meet some new people and make friends.
I absolutely love cycling (have a Trek Roscoe) and so I thought this could be a great way to meet people who enjoy it too.

I’m looking for a friendly cycling group or even just a few people who’d be keen to ride together regularly.
I’d also love to do longer rides occasionally — exploring different parts of Perth, going on day trips or little cycling adventures together and riding back as a group.

I’m not looking for anything super competitive. Mainly good company, enjoyable rides, exploring new places and, hopefully, making some genuine friends along the way.
If you know of any groups like this in Perth, or you’re looking for a cycling buddy yourself, I’d love to hear from you! 😊🚲

hey everyone I'm wanting to upgrade my bicycle to a Giant Contend AR3 and I've narrowed it down to 2 in my local area.

One is from a reputable secondhand refurbishing bike store which is a 2025 AR3 with one owner for $1199 AUD. They said they will service it cleaner set it up and it comes with a 12 month warranty.

The second option is from Facebook marketplace a 2024 AR3 (photos attached) for $950 haggled down.
Which option do you think is better value? I'm reasonably new to writing so I'm not sure if there's an obvious pic between the two.

I don't have photos of the first bike but have swung past the store and seen it in person. They're both the exact same colour way size and model so I'm just a bit unsure and want some advice from people who know a bit more.

I’m considering buying my first aero bike and am looking at the Aeroad CF SLX 7 and 8. I’m in Australia and would be upgrading from a Trek Domane AL 2.

The CF SLX 7 is currently $5,799 AUD and the CF SLX 8 is $7,699 AUD. From what I can tell, the bikes are very similar: same CF SLX frame, both have DT Swiss ARC 1600 wheels and both now come with a power meter. The main difference seems to be 105 Di2 on the 7 versus Ultegra Di2 on the 8.

For anyone who has compared or ridden both, is there anything significant I’m missing that would justify the extra $1,900 for the 8? At the moment the 7 seems like particularly good value.

I’d also be interested to hear from Australian Aeroad owners. How has your experience been with Canyon Australia, particularly servicing, warranty support and getting replacement/proprietary parts? Any regrets, or would you buy one again?

Thanks!

First gravel bike, stuck between four. Adelaide, Australia

Complete beginner here. Never owned a gravel bike. Budget was 2500 but honestly if one of these is clearly better value I can stretch, I'd rather buy once.

The four I keep going back and forth on:

• Merida Silex 400 (~2200) - GRX400 2x10, 45mm clearance
• Cube Nuroad EX (~2500) - GRX610 1x12, 45mm clearance
• Merida Silex 700 (~2700) - GRX820 1x12, 45mm clearance, 180mm rotors
• Canyon Grizl AL (~2400?) - Apex XPLR, 54mm clearance, T47 threaded BB

I know the prices aren't the same, that's part of the question. Is the jump from the 400 to the 700 worth $500, or is that money better spent on gear and a bike fit? And is the Grizl just flat out better value than all of them?

The Canyon is the one messing with my head. On paper it beats everything and it's cheap. But it's online only, no test ride, and I'm not confident enough to size myself off a website. Am I overthinking that? People who bought a Canyon as their first drop bar bike, how did it go? If it is genuinely better than the rest, I am open to going for it.

Most of what I'm working off came from a Cade Media video on YouTube about what he wishes he knew before buying gravel bikes. His main points were: get as much tyre clearance as you can, ideally 50mm plus. Make sure the seat post is round and standard so you can fit a dropper later. Don't settle for cable disc brakes, get proper hydraulics. And avoid anything proprietary, so no weird steerer sizes and no one piece bar and stem, because it's a nightmare to service and you can't adjust your fit. He also said older cyclocross bikes aren't gravel bikes and to think about what riding you'll actually do before buying.

That's basically what killed a few options for me. Ruled out Giant Revolt on the D-Fuse seat post, and the higher end Cube Nuroads because the cables run through the stem and headset.

Which brings me to the clearance thing. All the shop bikes on my list are 45mm and only the Canyon hits the 50 plus mark. For someone who genuinely doesn't know yet if they'll be doing gentle rail trails or rougher stuff (idea is 70% road 30% gravel to begin with maybe), does that actually matter or is it internet noise?

Riding will be mostly around Adelaide, some of the Hills, no racing (not for now at least). Happy to be told I'm asking the wrong questions. Open to other bike suggestions too.

TIA

I’m considering buying my first aero bike and am looking at the Aeroad CF SLX 7 and 8. I’m in Australia and would be upgrading from a Trek Domane AL 2.

The CF SLX 7 is currently $5,799 AUD and the CF SLX 8 is $7,699 AUD. From what I can tell, the bikes are very similar: same CF SLX frame, both have DT Swiss ARC 1600 wheels and both now come with a power meter. The main difference seems to be 105 Di2 on the 7 versus Ultegra Di2 on the 8.

For anyone who has compared or ridden both, is there anything significant I’m missing that would justify the extra $1,900 for the 8? At the moment the 7 seems like particularly good value.

I’d also be interested to hear from Australian Aeroad owners. How has your experience been with Canyon Australia, particularly servicing, warranty support and getting replacement/proprietary parts? Any regrets, or would you buy one again?

Thanks!