Definitely not a versatile bike; this is designed with only CX racing in mind and makes no compromises - except for, perhaps, its two sets of bottle bosses. There aren’t mounting points for front or rear pannier racks; strap on bike-packing bags are the weapon of choice here. Some practically remains, with downtube bottle bosses (useful for holding extra water or a tool keg) and discrete mudguard mounts. The frame is fully carbon and the cables are integrated into the frame for a cleaner look and better aerodynamics. The steel tubes of these endurance bikes, with their ability to dampen the road buzz, make them perfectly suited to long days out in the saddle. A rim brake version is available in addition to the disc option and both come with Shimano Ultegra 2x11 groupsets. It is only available in a unisex configuration, however. The maximum tyre size on bike is 28c, typical for rim brake set ups but relatively narrow for a bike with discs. But for races that are solely on roads, this should be more than adequate. Our daily cruiser e-bike is loaded with premium features to take you on your next adventure. This Class-2 e-bike features a step-thru aluminum 6061-T6 frame for a comfortable ride especially if you like to bring a backpack or make frequent stops. Prefitted mudguards and more puncture resistant city tyres are such examples. With a 2x9 Shimano Sora groupset and mechanical disc brakes, there are notable differences to the higher end Croix de Fer. But these won’t present an impediment to getting out and using the frame for the huge variety of applications it has the capability for. Gravel riding, endurance road riding, cycle-touring, commuting, these are all still possible on this bike – it’s just a more accessible platform to get started with. As the name suggests, these are bikes that are designed for the explicit purpose of riding on the road. The Vagabond strikes an interesting balance between off-road capability and on-road manners—how much you like one or the other depends on you. Since you own this bike, there’s a very good chance that you have never heard of a bike shop. They carry all sorts of odd bits and pieces for bicycles, and may even have a 26? front rim with disc brake hub. But if your Genesis V1200 needs a new rim, now may be a good time to consider cutting your losses and sell it for scrap instead. There are, however, a number of points that make this a more versatile bike than the carbon alternative. Tyre clearance is increase to 38c, there are discrete mudguard and pannier mounts and an extra set of bottle bosses is present on the downtube. Aluminum four bar linkage suspension frame with a strong spring loaded suspension fork, front disc brakes, rear linear pull handbrakes, and a 21 speed drivetrain with Revo twist shifters from Shimano are the vitals. All this set up with a comfortable riding position featuring a padded saddle and rise handlebars will keep you out of the chiropractor's office. With a slogan like “Excellence Begins Here”, there was no way we could pass up the chance to review the Genesis V2100 mountain bike. This $149 full suspension, 26? bike has it all – aluminum frame, at least one disc brake, Shimano drivetrain, and even a padded seat. As an added bonus, it includes a full set of front, rear, pedal, and wheel reflectors, so you can be in compliance with local vehicle codes. That’s not something we usually find on the typical full squishy mountain bike, but we don’t usually shop for bicycles where most people buy diapers and groceries. Built to bridge the gap between a cyclocross bike and mountain bike, the Vagabond keeps the drop bars while inheriting wider tyres. The Vagabond is your ultimate all-rounder, responding to everything from road, gravel, and touring, respectively. You’ll be out for a spin up Mt Victoria or Brooklyn wind turbine and without fail you’ll end up on chunky singletrack with a big smile on your face. Like all Genesis Bikes, this comes with no shortage of mounting options.