Whether you’re lucky enough to be starting out in cycling with a £2000/$2100 budget, or you're just inspired by the Tour de France this month and keen to upgrade, you are somewhat spoilt for choice at this price point.
Contrary to what we often hear, you get far more now from the best budget road bikes than you did 10 years ago. Carbon steerers have improved weight and steering response, hydraulic discs are now the norm and 12 speed shifting is available too. What’s even more remarkable is that one bike in the test has not just been roughed out in simulations; it’s actually been wind tunnel-verified to check its aero performance.
