I just got the Triban 500 RC. I'm very excited to have a bike I can basically use for everything. I've been riding a folding bike for a year and Lord have mercy, I need something a bit easier.
Bought mine about 4 weeks ago, I originally got a large but quickly decided I needed a medium? Decathlon changed it for me free of charge and were just brilliant? I adore riding mine, I have access to a much lighter race frame which I can accelerate from standing faster.... However with my RC520 I am much quicker once rolling and it feels so much more planted round corners, I feel the weight works with me not against me just love it!
Which mudguards do you have fitted on the RC520? Was there any problem fitting them? are there any other things you added or modified to make the bike better suited for winter?!?!?!? Thank you for making this video, and in advance for answering these questions!!!
Great bike at a great price. Haven't quite got a couple of thousand in yet that would be a full season for me, let me know if you had any issues at all please for a heads up? Got mine from Sheffield Decath lads there looked after me really well especially Luke went the full hundred for me. Couldn't source one on line in a small but after much searching we got one sent from another store which was an achievement in itself from what i understand consumers as far as Indonesia and France were looking for stock availability, looks like we got first pickings on British Isles. Extremely pleased with it as I think you are. Thanks for supporting the channel and subbing. Cheers and all the best.
Hi I'm preparing to buy my first bike and I've narrowed my search during quarantine to the triban rc 500 and rc 520. I'm already planning on putting some mavic ksyrium tubeless wheels on as punctures I know I have little tolerance for while riding lol What bike would you recommend? Thanks. Great detailed review one of the best I've seen yet
Afternoon thank you for the positive feedback and i hope your well in the current climate. Both bikes are fantastic... if it's your first bike and im thinking first road bike id go with the 500 difference being mechanical to semi hydraulics. I wouldn't worry about the groupset too much as your getting 'full' Sora which is great. I also wouldn't bother with buying another set of rims just yet...get the stock ones set up tubeless with a some gp5000 should b'rite! Start getting some mileage in and condition yourself, upgrades can come later once you've built your fitness up. Key factor would be just to get you out riding.
@@mullalife6764 thank you for the great advice I think that idea will save me some money for sure. Info like this gos a long way for a beginner like me, blue triban rc500 it is then for me oh and the gp5000's. Thanks for your time
What is your height? I'm about 170cm/5'7". I'm thinking of small. I tried medium, it felt a little stretched. This would be first road bike mainly for commute all year round...on a hybrid bike at the moment.
@@sminettsmith It does help...cheers...170cm is about 5'6", when i tried the medium it there was a bout or just under 2" gap when standing over. I think small will be a better size for me.
Here's a bike fit calculator for you, bear in mind this doesn't take your flexibility into consideration but should definitely put you in the right size frame which can be further tweaked for comfort with your contact points. pedalforce.com/online/bikefit.php If your in West Yorkshire pm me could possibly fit you up and check your body geometry on a tt for a nominal fee.
@@mullalife6764 cheers for the advice...I've only tried (small test) 52cm trek domane, merida 54cm medium...and rc520 medium and old triban 500 small in decathalon....I think I'm in between...I prefer the smaller size
@@colinlam3793 You should be good to go on a small, I'm 165 so not far off from you and the small is perfect for me with enough of a drop from saddle to stem/bars which is comfortable enough for the commute and training ride. If you aim for torso angle at 45 degrees and leg angle somewhere between 30 to 35 degrees this should keep you efficient and balanced nicely on the triban. Enjoy and hit me up if you purchase it. Thanks for the support and all the best ✌🏽.
How has it faired throughout the winter? Looking at one now for the next winter bike, can't see any reason not to get one. A few moans in the Decathlon reviews section, but thought I would ask a grounded fella like yourself for their honest long term take on it :) Cheers for doing such a thorough review.
Hey up Michael, cheers for the comments lad. Its been put away for the winter now after a good clean and lube, summer bikes out now. To further your decision i can say its been perfectly fine for me. Its not presented any problems at all however the hybrid oil/mechanical brakes will need a regular tuning as pads and cable wear and keep an eye on the oil bath down below for any leaks-not that ive had any. The bike is a bit heavy when fully loaded but thats what'll put strength in the old timber. Apart from a regular inspection and keeping the chain clean once a week (going out 3x week) aprox 130-150 miles a week in winter is absolutely fine. Im looking to change the tyres out for some lighter tubeless ones at some point possibly the GP 4 season when funds allow. Just size up the competition and if its for winter you cant go wrong lad...save your carbon.
@@mullalife6764 Nice one mate, pretty much what I wanted to hear. I'm the same as you, winter clunker is in hibernation now, apart from the odd occasion where it is best for the ride. Carbons are back out, and loving the difference like you lol. Used to heavy anyway, not exactly a lightweight myself, so a few kg is no hardship, plus the current winter bike is 10.5kg anyway, and only mechanical disc. How do the brakes feel in comparison to rim or mechanical disc? I have seen some saying there is a lot of lever travel before bite.
@@MichaelSnasdell Brakes have been fine, i suspect the lever travel would be determined with the cable stretch and pad wear again give it a little adjustment or get it done by a decathlon store. Don't know where you are exactly, but the lads at Sheffield store have been great. Hit me up if you decide to get one. All the best mate. Cheers
Looking at getting the sora groupset as a winter hack. For £599 it seems a good deal ratherthan buying something secondhand. This is the best review i have seen , i like how you roll ! I have a pretty decent mountain bike , that i ride trials bike parks on , but its not doing my fitness any favours, not getting enough miles in . What do you think to using the 500 in the summer for longer rides would the weight kill the party in the sun ?
In advance : apologies for the long answer, but I tried to do justice to your questions :) If you are just fine with Sora , just go for the RC 500 , it comes with Sora. This one comes with 105, which may or may not be overkill, as I'll theorise later. For fitness, provided you have the time, a solid road bike (to me at least) is second to none, because you can *go longer distances and put in more power with less noticable discomfort* , allowing you to burn serious calories even in an intense 40-45 minute ride and enough for weight loss if you ride ~ 1 hr every day (evenings or mornings, evenings feel better for me). Of course, losing weight depends on how many calories you eat. But a good *1 hr ride for the average adult male can burn ~ 1000 calories* at medium to high intensity and i reckon that isn't trivial, even if you make no changes to your food. *MTBs are not ideal fitness machines*, since they are primarily built for having fun going downhill on undulating trails - which consumes ~ resting calories only for all intents and purposes. They also tend to be *heavy and clunky and unwieldy* when trying to go fast on flats or climing up hills , both activities which burn good amounts of calories and so activities you should be doing a lot more of and hence need to be more comfortable doing. The advantage of doing this for fitness means you *dont have to chase lower weight or aerodynamics too much*. What you will need is an endurance (comfortable) geometry , and stiff ride , since these will enable you to ride for longer while still having a lot of fun. This - comfortable geometry and stiffness is easily delivered by the Triban 500 and 520, since they are touring bikes, designed to go longer distances. *So, 500 or 520 , and Sora or 105 ?* Well, its about predicting your *seriousness for the activity of road cycling/touring* . If your doing it just for the weight loss and wont be doing it passionately - if your goal is to lose weight but passion is to mountain bike or something else - then it makes little sense to go for the RC 520/105 since the slightly increased efficiency and feeling of smoothness aren't worth it then. If you predict that you'll fall in love with road cycling and stick to it for long beyond just weight loss, go for the 520 with the 105, well worth it. Disclaimer : the 500 and 520 are touring bikes, meaning they have holes for mudguards and racks/panniers and also have a more relaxed geometry for long rides. But, if you intend to race, and want absolute speed and aggressive geometry or are thinking of going pro, maybe a more race-style road bike works better than a Triban.
Great review mate thanks for sharing 👍🏻 I have one regret in all my bikes I've sold and it was selling the triban 540(btwin) but looking at this bike thanks to your upload I think this is the next bike for me either this model or the flat bar model .stay safe out there 👍🏻🚴♂️....colin.
Very good review, really enjoyed it thank you. I'm just going through the bike to work scheme to get this ordered so I am hoping to get it before Christmas. Love the options thos bike gives, I'm planning a 4 day tour in the spring and I think this will be an ideal ride. It will also be pushed into commuter usage and general cruising about
Thanks for the feedback brother. I hope your enjoy your tour, anywhere nice? Bike fits well into the Cycle2Work scheme I'm sure she'll see you right. Again thanks for watching and supporting. Cheers.
Could be other factors why you are getting a different size frame. Size calculators will be taking your stern, arm length, thigh, even foot size and other variables as opposed to just height and inseam. Im at 5ft5 and could have possibly gone smaller but my wing span is large and the larger size gives me ample room in the cockpit. Hope this helps
Great review. Torn between this and the 500. My concern is that it's quite nick-able. Obviously more discreet than a £1k+ road bike but the 500 being all black and with sora on is just a little bit less tempting for thieves. What d'you reckon?
Hi Pal sorry for the late reply. Don't think you can go wrong with the Sora version, I'm looking to pick one up for me son, there's hardly a weight difference and apart from mechanical disc and a finished in stealth black it's a steal. Don't look back, jog on!
Any good for a complete beginner, ?? It’s quite hilly where I live . This was a vert technical,review and I didn’t understand a lot of your information, quite obviously you know about bikes , So for a novice who wants some fun y fitness any good ?
Absolutely fine for a starter bike pal. Go with the sizing on Decathlon website and you should be fine for commuting, light off road, gravel and road riding. Have a gander at the rc 500 aswell black version... think that would be a great starter bike for the money. Hope this helps. Cheers
Great Review and Thank you. I've just bought the RC500 and am over the moon with it. Someone has already asked you about the mirror that you are using and you said that you got it from amazon, a Zefal. Ant chance that you could give us the link? Thanks in advance.
Evening and thanks for the comments........ Lets me know I'm doing something right :D. I think you've purchased a great bike and I'm sure she'll provide you with many years of faithful service....... Make sure she's looked after. Just come back from a winter ride on mine........ Extremely impressed with it as I'm sure you will also. Extremely comfortable and on par with me carbon. I think I've found the link for the mirror c if it works.... Zefal 95293 Spy Double Adjustment Bike Mirror for Road and MTB: Amazon.co ... www.amazon.co.uk › Zefal-95293... Thanks for supporting the channel and the feedback.....still getting used to it but hopefully improving. All the best and Happy New year!
@@mullalife6764 Cheers, the link works fine and I've ordered one thanks to you. I had a quick blast on the Triban today & very impressed. I have the triban 500se & loved that too. Happy New year, take it easy.
Looking at the 500 as my first commuter of I can get a decent deal and get into store to get fitted up for size after 2 Lockdown : 2 Furious finishes. Moving from motorbike to bicycle is going to be a big shift
Haven't had a single issue with the bike, cleaned and lubed regularly. Not a single puncture either. Nice comfortable ride. Only minor point is the brakes are not as powerful as full hydraulics but for the price this is a minor niggle.
Thank you for the feedback. Much appreciated and let's me know I'm doing something positive. All the best my friend and thank you for supporting the channel.
If your inbetween sizes I'd check your 'ape' index...I know sounds funny however if you've a considerably bigger torso than bottom half of your body and your arms are long or there wing/ width span is longer than your actual body height id go with the large. If your stats are opposite to the above then opt for the smaller size. Ultimately get a leg over both of them if you can and see what feels comfortable. Also determine whether you would like smaller size for being slightly more lively as opposed to slightly more subdued. Hope this helps.
Go for medium , I am 5 ft 8 and bought size medium , seat can go up another couple of inches ! Size large you probably have seat post at bottom of stem ! My inside leg is 30" ! Hope that helps
where are your references for the fit calculator? im kinda between 520 and 520 gravel. im bracing myself for the release :) thanks for the video! salutations from portugal.
Ola Pedro, thanks for watching and liking the video. Please find below one of the fit calculators i used, if you do not find this one suitable check Google accordingly for a suitable one. Hope this helps. pedalforce.com/online/bikefit.php Cheers
Thanks for the feedback brother. Cheers. Bikes been absolutely fantastic, extremely comfortable just as comfortable as me carbon but heavier 'help strengthen the fibre in the old timber'. If your on fence with the bike 'don't be' cracking solid stable bike.
Thanks for the great and detailed video! I am looking for my first all-rounder road bike. I won’t be commuting and am definitely a warm weather rider. I am considering the Btwin Triban 540, the Ultra 900 AF (currently on sale at £700) and the one featured in this video. What are your thoughts?
Hey up Caspar, sorry for the late reply brother. Thank you for the kind comments let's me know im bantering about the right things, cheers. To further your choice of bike i don't think you can go wrong with any denomination of the Triban. The question is how much mileage will you be putting in and the terrain that you ride on is a major factor imo. If you live in a hilly area with good elevation then you need to make sure you've got a compact gearset i personally think if you can average 1000ft per 10 mile then you need an 11-32 unless your a seasoned rider. The Ultra 900AF has an 11-28 and compact 52-36 up front which is still great and along with a 105 groupset it's a steal! Having said that the 540 geometry looks quite relaxed and aimed for the commuter and weekend warrior with its versatility of being able to attach guards, both the 900 and 540 have 11-28 on rear but the 540 has an RS 500 front chainring....... still great and you'd be hard pushed to tell the difference as i have both...105 crankset on me summer carbon bike and a RS 510 on the RC 520. To sum it up IMO i think the Ultra 900 has a more aggressive geometry is on offer atm and at a great price along with a full 105 groupset if you aim to ride in the warmer climate and the odd sportive and with a slightly more aggressive geometry then it's a no brainer. Get all three bikes straddled and let me know how it went. You won't go wrong with any of them, Lifetime guarantee says it all, just remember to check the total weight restriction. Hope this helps and doesn't cloud your judgement. All the best, happy new year!
Thanks for the video. Any thoughts on if it’s worth spending the extra £120 on the 520 gravel version. I’m currently on a carrera subway 1 and mainly do road cycling but like the idea of hitting light gravel and being really stable on it as I’m new to cycling. I’ve never tried a road cycle and on paper the flared handlebars sound like they might be good for stability? Thanks pal
If your new to road cycling and want to try a bit of light gravel riding the wider bars would be a beneficial but £120 is alot of cash for a point of diminishing returns. Light gravel should be sufficient on the non gravel varient however as your new to road bikes you may struggle with the narrower bars. Peraonally i would stick to the non gravel and see how you get on and im sure youd be able to pick some bars up at a later date for alot leas than £120 should the need arise. Thats my tuppence on the matter hope it helps. Cheers
Mulla Life cheers, appreciate the reply. The wider tyres were my real consideration but again not sure if that and the wider bars are worth it. How has your bike lasted through the winter? Did you find it reliable? Thanks again
@@stamenkd1 I think you could then go gravel with RC500/RC520 since the extra space on the fork you might have tyres with 35 or 38 mm wide is still fit. Wide enough for gravel.
Bro how tall are you and what inner leg length ? the website tells me to buy a size medium even tho if i go 1cm down from the inner leg measurement it recommends me size S. I am like 173cm and my inner leg length is 81cm.
@@mullalife6764 thanks man i guess i will grab myself the size S and crank up the saddle height to the given number from my sizing guide. Thanks though some people do not even respond to my comments dealing about sizing.
SeikoFPS , I’ve just bought the rc120 so same size chart, I’m 173 and it was defo the small for me, med was to much of a reach, put the seat back 20mm and spot on.
Could you tell me what do those hubs look like? Do they look like some kind od novatec hubs? are they realy sporting 4 bearing on rear hub? Is that freehub serviceable?
Thanks for the video, Can you give me some advice on size. Im also 5.5,but my inside leg is only 69. Im thinking a small but could I get away with xs? many thanks in advance
Afternoon, sorry for the late reply. Our inseam is similar, my inseam is at the 78 mark but i have longer torso and arm length 'ape index'...I know. I'd personally go with the size small if your torso is similar however if you are in proportion and your wing span is roughly same length as your height or smaller then id go with the size xsmall. Hope this helps.
@@paulterry474 Ah great news...great bike 👍🏼. Saddles are usually subjective I get on great with mine compared to a premium saddle on my race bike. Stick with the saddle and see if you get accustom to it. Congrats on the steed.
Also... could this/is this a do it all/one bike only for someone (me) that wants only one bike, mainly for 11mile commute, involves half road and half tow path, to be used all year round? The value is sooooo good for what you get.....is this just as good (or right to compare this) to specialized diverge 2019 with 105? and it cost £1500. And one last question.... (new to road cycling) if I bought 2nd hand light road bike like 8kg.....is 2kg more on rc520 going to make a huge difference? My commute mainly flat (3 small hills) and I'm not racing. Advice appreciated. (I'm keen on this rc520 for price and I think versatility (tubeless rims, discs, eyelets, 105 etc)
I also looked at the diverge but for the value with the Triban you'll have money to spare for accessories for your commute ie panniers racks mudguards, clothing or upgrades. I also looked at the diverge elite and comp which had mechanical discs but above the £1000 mark for equal spec to the RC520. Diverge does have the suspension in the head tube trickled down from the Roubaix pos or negative? Imo i just think your getting more value and personally think Decathlon have got it right with this one. The market is alive with the one bike do it all models Ribble have gone the whole hog with the CGR range for 2019 (another great brand and bike). Both bikes come with a limited lifetime warranty so you should be good to go. Your question about the weight shouldn't be s problem for the commute or training ride, this will build strength into your legs. If you go for the Triban you could also put some money aside and save for a summer bike..... Just a thought. One can get quite overwhelmed when buying a new steed, try make a checklist of what you want in a bike for your budget, if you can tick all your boxes within the price and the 'genuine' reviews are good..... GO FOR IT and don't look back. If you haven't got the knowledge on purchasing a second hand bike id stay well clear. That's what lead me to the purchase of the Triban, i returned a Kinesis Racelight which was worst for wear and needed a couple of hundred spending on it after paying 400. Big risk for me it was just fortunate the seller payed for the return. Just like to say thanks for watching and supporting the channel. All the best.
Hi Mulla . They say If you pay cheap you pay twice.. I’ve often found that sometimes stuff is cheap because it’s rubbish ,. My walking gear isn’t cheap, I once bought a cheap coat . it cost £70. It was rubbish. Leaked after a few hours. I took a chance , but it wasn’t to be. A Dyson isn’t cheap because it works although the new models are expensive. My walking coat is around £300 but worth every penny for comfort , performance etc, I wouldn’t expect a £10 T shirt to wash or look too good but I wouldn’t pay £100 to wear a Designer brand. I’d stick to middle ground . Ok I think you get the picture ,... I know advertising increases £££ but can you or anyone else on here say these bikes are good quality .? As I say I’ve always found that quality comes at a cost . Forget Rolex etc and all that snobbery ( IMO) but just why are these bikes so good, what’s the catch .. thanks
grate bike shame about the wheels never in my life of over 50 years cycling have I come across a wheel so hard to change a tire to get off and then back on .remove that tire seating lip so the tire can fined it own way to seat itself .the true build wheels are tight but nowt like TRIBAN change the wheel set please
Touche, Thats the one aspect i didnt revisit and comment on after experience and agree the wheelset needs to be changed i also found the tyres weighed some. Nevertheless good foundation to build personally found the bike very comfortable from the initial outset apart from the perch which i changed out for a spoon version. Thanks for comment :D
1:04 .."and I picked up me winter steed" ..nice
Ordered today mate, totally looking forward to getting out on it. Great review,thanks for taking the time to share.
All the best mate... enjoy!
I just got the Triban 500 RC. I'm very excited to have a bike I can basically use for everything. I've been riding a folding bike for a year and Lord have mercy, I need something a bit easier.
Congratulation and great choice....enjoy. Folding bikes have there place but nowt beats the road bike. 👍🏽
What a cracking review mate. As soon as this lockdown is over I'll be along to get measured up.
Your more than welcome brother, glad I could help. Cheers.
The best value. Incredible bike.
Bought mine about 4 weeks ago, I originally got a large but quickly decided I needed a medium? Decathlon changed it for me free of charge and were just brilliant?
I adore riding mine, I have access to a much lighter race frame which I can accelerate from standing faster....
However with my RC520 I am much quicker once rolling and it feels so much more planted round corners, I feel the weight works with me not against me just love it!
Which mudguards do you have fitted on the RC520? Was there any problem fitting them?
are there any other things you added or modified to make the bike better suited for winter?!?!?!?
Thank you for making this video, and in advance for answering these questions!!!
bike from video is S size? that's original stem? 2:07....ok How tall are you? thanks!
I got an RC520 the week it came out. Done over 2000 miles on it now. Love it
Great bike at a great price. Haven't quite got a couple of thousand in yet that would be a full season for me, let me know if you had any issues at all please for a heads up?
Got mine from Sheffield Decath lads there looked after me really well especially Luke went the full hundred for me. Couldn't source one on line in a small but after much searching we got one sent from another store which was an achievement in itself from what i understand consumers as far as Indonesia and France were looking for stock availability, looks like we got first pickings on British Isles.
Extremely pleased with it as I think you are.
Thanks for supporting the channel and subbing.
Cheers and all the best.
Hi
I'm preparing to buy my first bike and I've narrowed my search during quarantine to the triban rc 500 and rc 520.
I'm already planning on putting some mavic ksyrium tubeless wheels on as punctures I know I have little tolerance for while riding lol
What bike would you recommend?
Thanks. Great detailed review one of the best I've seen yet
Afternoon thank you for the positive feedback and i hope your well in the current climate.
Both bikes are fantastic... if it's your first bike and im thinking first road bike id go with the 500 difference being mechanical to semi hydraulics. I wouldn't worry about the groupset too much as your getting 'full' Sora which is great. I also wouldn't bother with buying another set of rims just yet...get the stock ones set up tubeless with a some gp5000 should b'rite! Start getting some mileage in and condition yourself, upgrades can come later once you've built your fitness up. Key factor would be just to get you out riding.
@@mullalife6764 thank you for the great advice I think that idea will save me some money for sure. Info like this gos a long way for a beginner like me, blue triban rc500 it is then for me oh and the gp5000's. Thanks for your time
@@deemitchell8450 Your welcome.
What is your height? I'm about 170cm/5'7". I'm thinking of small. I tried medium, it felt a little stretched. This would be first road bike mainly for commute all year round...on a hybrid bike at the moment.
i am 5.8 and have sat on a size M and felt pretty good so i am ordering that. Not sure if that helps :)
@@sminettsmith It does help...cheers...170cm is about 5'6", when i tried the medium it there was a bout or just under 2" gap when standing over. I think small will be a better size for me.
Here's a bike fit calculator for you, bear in mind this doesn't take your flexibility into consideration but should definitely put you in the right size frame which can be further tweaked for comfort with your contact points.
pedalforce.com/online/bikefit.php
If your in West Yorkshire pm me could possibly fit you up and check your body geometry on a tt for a nominal fee.
@@mullalife6764 cheers for the advice...I've only tried (small test) 52cm trek domane, merida 54cm medium...and rc520 medium and old triban 500 small in decathalon....I think I'm in between...I prefer the smaller size
@@colinlam3793 You should be good to go on a small, I'm 165 so not far off from you and the small is perfect for me with enough of a drop from saddle to stem/bars which is comfortable enough for the commute and training ride. If you aim for torso angle at 45 degrees and leg angle somewhere between 30 to 35 degrees this should keep you efficient and balanced nicely on the triban. Enjoy and hit me up if you purchase it. Thanks for the support and all the best ✌🏽.
How has it faired throughout the winter? Looking at one now for the next winter bike, can't see any reason not to get one. A few moans in the Decathlon reviews section, but thought I would ask a grounded fella like yourself for their honest long term take on it :)
Cheers for doing such a thorough review.
Hey up Michael, cheers for the comments lad. Its been put away for the winter now after a good clean and lube, summer bikes out now. To further your decision i can say its been perfectly fine for me. Its not presented any problems at all however the hybrid oil/mechanical brakes will need a regular tuning as pads and cable wear and keep an eye on the oil bath down below for any leaks-not that ive had any. The bike is a bit heavy when fully loaded but thats what'll put strength in the old timber. Apart from a regular inspection and keeping the chain clean once a week (going out 3x week) aprox 130-150 miles a week in winter is absolutely fine. Im looking to change the tyres out for some lighter tubeless ones at some point possibly the GP 4 season when funds allow. Just size up the competition and if its for winter you cant go wrong lad...save your carbon.
@@mullalife6764 Nice one mate, pretty much what I wanted to hear.
I'm the same as you, winter clunker is in hibernation now, apart from the odd occasion where it is best for the ride. Carbons are back out, and loving the difference like you lol.
Used to heavy anyway, not exactly a lightweight myself, so a few kg is no hardship, plus the current winter bike is 10.5kg anyway, and only mechanical disc.
How do the brakes feel in comparison to rim or mechanical disc? I have seen some saying there is a lot of lever travel before bite.
@@MichaelSnasdell Brakes have been fine, i suspect the lever travel would be determined with the cable stretch and pad wear again give it a little adjustment or get it done by a decathlon store. Don't know where you are exactly, but the lads at Sheffield store have been great. Hit me up if you decide to get one. All the best mate. Cheers
Looking at getting the sora groupset as a winter hack. For £599 it seems a good deal ratherthan buying something secondhand. This is the best review i have seen , i like how you roll ! I have a pretty decent mountain bike , that i ride trials bike parks on , but its not doing my fitness any favours, not getting enough miles in . What do you think to using the 500 in the summer for longer rides would the weight kill the party in the sun ?
In advance : apologies for the long answer, but I tried to do justice to your questions :)
If you are just fine with Sora , just go for the RC 500 , it comes with Sora. This one comes with 105, which may or may not be overkill, as I'll theorise later.
For fitness, provided you have the time, a solid road bike (to me at least) is second to none, because you can *go longer distances and put in more power with less noticable discomfort* , allowing you to burn serious calories even in an intense 40-45 minute ride and enough for weight loss if you ride ~ 1 hr every day (evenings or mornings, evenings feel better for me).
Of course, losing weight depends on how many calories you eat. But a good *1 hr ride for the average adult male can burn ~ 1000 calories* at medium to high intensity and i reckon that isn't trivial, even if you make no changes to your food.
*MTBs are not ideal fitness machines*, since they are primarily built for having fun going downhill on undulating trails - which consumes ~ resting calories only for all intents and purposes. They also tend to be *heavy and clunky and unwieldy* when trying to go fast on flats or climing up hills , both activities which burn good amounts of calories and so activities you should be doing a lot more of and hence need to be more comfortable doing.
The advantage of doing this for fitness means you *dont have to chase lower weight or aerodynamics too much*. What you will need is an endurance (comfortable) geometry , and stiff ride , since these will enable you to ride for longer while still having a lot of fun. This - comfortable geometry and stiffness is easily delivered by the Triban 500 and 520, since they are touring bikes, designed to go longer distances.
*So, 500 or 520 , and Sora or 105 ?*
Well, its about predicting your *seriousness for the activity of road cycling/touring* . If your doing it just for the weight loss and wont be doing it passionately - if your goal is to lose weight but passion is to mountain bike or something else - then it makes little sense to go for the RC 520/105 since the slightly increased efficiency and feeling of smoothness aren't worth it then.
If you predict that you'll fall in love with road cycling and stick to it for long beyond just weight loss, go for the 520 with the 105, well worth it.
Disclaimer : the 500 and 520 are touring bikes, meaning they have holes for mudguards and racks/panniers and also have a more relaxed geometry for long rides. But, if you intend to race, and want absolute speed and aggressive geometry or are thinking of going pro, maybe a more race-style road bike works better than a Triban.
Great review mate thanks for sharing 👍🏻 I have one regret in all my bikes I've sold and it was selling the triban 540(btwin) but looking at this bike thanks to your upload I think this is the next bike for me either this model or the flat bar model .stay safe out there 👍🏻🚴♂️....colin.
Thanks for the great review!
Thanks for the support brother. Cheers
Very good review, really enjoyed it thank you. I'm just going through the bike to work scheme to get this ordered so I am hoping to get it before Christmas. Love the options thos bike gives, I'm planning a 4 day tour in the spring and I think this will be an ideal ride. It will also be pushed into commuter usage and general cruising about
Thanks for the feedback brother. I hope your enjoy your tour, anywhere nice? Bike fits well into the Cycle2Work scheme I'm sure she'll see you right. Again thanks for watching and supporting. Cheers.
Just as a guide how tall r u for the small bike all the calculators say different sizes for me
Could be other factors why you are getting a different size frame. Size calculators will be taking your stern, arm length, thigh, even foot size and other variables as opposed to just height and inseam. Im at 5ft5 and could have possibly gone smaller but my wing span is large and the larger size gives me ample room in the cockpit. Hope this helps
Hi, thanks for this great review. I am not able to get the back light name, can you let me know the name and/or the shop you buy it? Thanks!
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07DFKCS4T/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_56T1CbQECHJQD
There you go pal. Thanks for supporting the channel. Cheers.
Great review. Torn between this and the 500.
My concern is that it's quite nick-able. Obviously more discreet than a £1k+ road bike but the 500 being all black and with sora on is just a little bit less tempting for thieves. What d'you reckon?
Hi Pal sorry for the late reply. Don't think you can go wrong with the Sora version, I'm looking to pick one up for me son, there's hardly a weight difference and apart from mechanical disc and a finished in stealth black it's a steal. Don't look back, jog on!
@@mullalife6764 ta mate!
Any good for a complete beginner, ??
It’s quite hilly where I live . This was a vert technical,review and I didn’t understand a lot of your information, quite obviously you know about bikes ,
So for a novice who wants some fun y fitness any good ?
Absolutely fine for a starter bike pal. Go with the sizing on Decathlon website and you should be fine for commuting, light off road, gravel and road riding. Have a gander at the rc 500 aswell black version... think that would be a great starter bike for the money. Hope this helps. Cheers
Great Review and Thank you.
I've just bought the RC500 and am over the moon with it.
Someone has already asked you about the mirror that you are using and you said that you got it from amazon, a Zefal.
Ant chance that you could give us the link?
Thanks in advance.
Evening and thanks for the comments........ Lets me know I'm doing something right :D.
I think you've purchased a great bike and I'm sure she'll provide you with many years of faithful service....... Make sure she's looked after.
Just come back from a winter ride on mine........ Extremely impressed with it as I'm sure you will also. Extremely comfortable and on par with me carbon.
I think I've found the link for the mirror c if it works....
Zefal 95293 Spy Double Adjustment Bike Mirror for Road and MTB: Amazon.co ...
www.amazon.co.uk › Zefal-95293...
Thanks for supporting the channel and the feedback.....still getting used to it but hopefully improving.
All the best and Happy New year!
@@mullalife6764 Cheers, the link works fine and I've ordered one thanks to you.
I had a quick blast on the Triban today & very impressed.
I have the triban 500se & loved that too.
Happy New year, take it easy.
Looking at the 500 as my first commuter of I can get a decent deal and get into store to get fitted up for size after 2 Lockdown : 2 Furious finishes.
Moving from motorbike to bicycle is going to be a big shift
Hi Im watching your review and I would like to know if the bike is still good and how the long term durability is.
Haven't had a single issue with the bike, cleaned and lubed regularly. Not a single puncture either. Nice comfortable ride. Only minor point is the brakes are not as powerful as full hydraulics but for the price this is a minor niggle.
Excellent review, I might order one.
Thank you for the feedback. Much appreciated and let's me know I'm doing something positive. All the best my friend and thank you for supporting the channel.
I really need to know which exact size these fenders are so as to buy a pair myself
I’m 5 foot 10. Would you recommend M or L? Great review by the way
If your inbetween sizes I'd check your 'ape' index...I know sounds funny however if you've a considerably bigger torso than bottom half of your body and your arms are long or there wing/ width span is longer than your actual body height id go with the large. If your stats are opposite to the above then opt for the smaller size. Ultimately get a leg over both of them if you can and see what feels comfortable. Also determine whether you would like smaller size for being slightly more lively as opposed to slightly more subdued. Hope this helps.
Go for medium , I am 5 ft 8 and bought size medium , seat can go up another couple of inches !
Size large you probably have seat post at bottom of stem ! My inside leg is 30" !
Hope that helps
where are your references for the fit calculator? im kinda between 520 and 520 gravel. im bracing myself for the release :)
thanks for the video! salutations from portugal.
Ola Pedro, thanks for watching and liking the video.
Please find below one of the fit calculators i used, if you do not find this one suitable check Google accordingly for a suitable one. Hope this helps.
pedalforce.com/online/bikefit.php
Cheers
Great review mate! Any problems with the bike?
Thanks for the feedback brother. Cheers. Bikes been absolutely fantastic, extremely comfortable just as comfortable as me carbon but heavier 'help strengthen the fibre in the old timber'. If your on fence with the bike 'don't be' cracking solid stable bike.
@@mullalife6764 Thanks for the Great reply!
Thanks for the great and detailed video! I am looking for my first all-rounder road bike. I won’t be commuting and am definitely a warm weather rider. I am considering the Btwin Triban 540, the Ultra 900 AF (currently on sale at £700) and the one featured in this video. What are your thoughts?
Hey up Caspar, sorry for the late reply brother. Thank you for the kind comments let's me know im bantering about the right things, cheers.
To further your choice of bike i don't think you can go wrong with any denomination of the Triban. The question is how much mileage will you be putting in and the terrain that you ride on is a major factor imo. If you live in a hilly area with good elevation then you need to make sure you've got a compact gearset i personally think if you can average 1000ft per 10 mile then you need an 11-32 unless your a seasoned rider. The Ultra 900AF has an 11-28 and compact 52-36 up front which is still great and along with a 105 groupset it's a steal!
Having said that the 540 geometry looks quite relaxed and aimed for the commuter and weekend warrior with its versatility of being able to attach guards, both the 900 and 540 have 11-28 on rear but the 540 has an RS 500 front chainring....... still great and you'd be hard pushed to tell the difference as i have both...105 crankset on me summer carbon bike and a RS 510 on the RC 520.
To sum it up IMO i think the Ultra 900 has a more aggressive geometry is on offer atm and at a great price along with a full 105 groupset if you aim to ride in the warmer climate and the odd sportive and with a slightly more aggressive geometry then it's a no brainer.
Get all three bikes straddled and let me know how it went.
You won't go wrong with any of them, Lifetime guarantee says it all, just remember to check the total weight restriction.
Hope this helps and doesn't cloud your judgement.
All the best, happy new year!
I guess it is kind of randomly asking but do anyone know a good site to watch newly released series online ?
@Justice Adriel flixportal :)
@Karter Morgan Thanks, signed up and it seems to work =) Appreciate it!!
@Justice Adriel you are welcome :)
Thanks for the video.
Any thoughts on if it’s worth spending the extra £120 on the 520 gravel version. I’m currently on a carrera subway 1 and mainly do road cycling but like the idea of hitting light gravel and being really stable on it as I’m new to cycling. I’ve never tried a road cycle and on paper the flared handlebars sound like they might be good for stability?
Thanks pal
If your new to road cycling and want to try a bit of light gravel riding the wider bars would be a beneficial but £120 is alot of cash for a point of diminishing returns. Light gravel should be sufficient on the non gravel varient however as your new to road bikes you may struggle with the narrower bars. Peraonally i would stick to the non gravel and see how you get on and im sure youd be able to pick some bars up at a later date for alot leas than £120 should the need arise. Thats my tuppence on the matter hope it helps. Cheers
Mulla Life cheers, appreciate the reply. The wider tyres were my real consideration but again not sure if that and the wider bars are worth it.
How has your bike lasted through the winter? Did you find it reliable?
Thanks again
@@stamenkd1 I think you could then go gravel with RC500/RC520 since the extra space on the fork you might have tyres with 35 or 38 mm wide is still fit. Wide enough for gravel.
Could you put 650 wheels on? So you can put wider tyres on?
Haven't tried pal, i presume it would be hub/axle dependent. If you try it give us a holla on your findings :D
I'm interested in doing the same. If you find out, please post your findings back here.
Decathlon have published more info on this for the RC 520 gravel (same frame) and say: "700x36 or 650x42 tyres can be fitted on the wheel"
whats that side mirror you have on the drops? looks like just what i need!
Hey up Sam, Zefal. Try Amazon mate.
Enjoy it
Bro how tall are you and what inner leg length ? the website tells me to buy a size medium even tho if i go 1cm down from the inner leg measurement it recommends me size S. I am like 173cm and my inner leg length is 81cm.
Im 5, 5 with a 78 inseam. Hope this helps bruv.
@@mullalife6764 thanks man i guess i will grab myself the size S and crank up the saddle height to the given number from my sizing guide. Thanks though some people do not even respond to my comments dealing about sizing.
@@xxzmk holla me if you need owt else bruv. Hang in there!
SeikoFPS , I’ve just bought the rc120 so same size chart, I’m 173 and it was defo the small for me, med was to much of a reach, put the seat back 20mm and spot on.
@@spice3767 thanks mate i appreciate that a lot
Is the Groupset 105 Shimano because if it is at that price it is a steel
Mostly 105 but not the cranks and microshift cassette as per review. Still a lot of bike for the green. Cheers
yeah. and easily upgradable. @@mullalife6764
Could you tell me what do those hubs look like? Do they look like some kind od novatec hubs? are they realy sporting 4 bearing on rear hub? Is that freehub serviceable?
ATM i couldn't tell you, when i get chance to have a gander I'll get back to you, cheers.
Thanks for the video, Can you give me some advice on size. Im also 5.5,but my inside leg is only 69. Im thinking a small but could I get away with xs? many thanks in advance
Afternoon, sorry for the late reply. Our inseam is similar, my inseam is at the 78 mark but i have longer torso and arm length 'ape index'...I know. I'd personally go with the size small if your torso is similar however if you are in proportion and your wing span is roughly same length as your height or smaller then id go with the size xsmall.
Hope this helps.
@@mullalife6764 thanks for reply, I actually bought the small on Saturday, love it apart from not feeling the seat at mo 😕
@@paulterry474 Ah great news...great bike 👍🏼. Saddles are usually subjective I get on great with mine compared to a premium saddle on my race bike. Stick with the saddle and see if you get accustom to it. Congrats on the steed.
@@mullalife6764 yeah will keep with it and see how my butt goes
Also... could this/is this a do it all/one bike only for someone (me) that wants only one bike, mainly for 11mile commute, involves half road and half tow path, to be used all year round? The value is sooooo good for what you get.....is this just as good (or right to compare this) to specialized diverge 2019 with 105? and it cost £1500. And one last question.... (new to road cycling) if I bought 2nd hand light road bike like 8kg.....is 2kg more on rc520 going to make a huge difference? My commute mainly flat (3 small hills) and I'm not racing. Advice appreciated. (I'm keen on this rc520 for price and I think versatility (tubeless rims, discs, eyelets, 105 etc)
I also looked at the diverge but for the value with the Triban you'll have money to spare for accessories for your commute ie panniers racks mudguards, clothing or upgrades.
I also looked at the diverge elite and comp which had mechanical discs but above the £1000 mark for equal spec to the RC520. Diverge does have the suspension in the head tube trickled down from the Roubaix pos or negative?
Imo i just think your getting more value and personally think Decathlon have got it right with this one.
The market is alive with the one bike do it all models Ribble have gone the whole hog with the CGR range for 2019 (another great brand and bike).
Both bikes come with a limited lifetime warranty so you should be good to go. Your question about the weight shouldn't be s problem for the commute or training ride, this will build strength into your legs. If you go for the Triban you could also put some money aside and save for a summer bike..... Just a thought.
One can get quite overwhelmed when buying a new steed, try make a checklist of what you want in a bike for your budget, if you can tick all your boxes within the price and the 'genuine' reviews are good..... GO FOR IT and don't look back.
If you haven't got the knowledge on purchasing a second hand bike id stay well clear. That's what lead me to the purchase of the Triban, i returned a Kinesis Racelight which was worst for wear and needed a couple of hundred spending on it after paying 400. Big risk for me it was just fortunate the seller payed for the return.
Just like to say thanks for watching and supporting the channel. All the best.
Hi Mulla . They say If you pay cheap you pay twice.. I’ve often found that sometimes stuff is cheap because it’s rubbish ,. My walking gear isn’t cheap, I once bought a cheap coat . it cost £70. It was rubbish. Leaked after a few hours. I took a chance , but it wasn’t to be. A Dyson isn’t cheap because it works although the new models are expensive. My walking coat is around £300 but worth every penny for comfort , performance etc, I wouldn’t expect a £10 T shirt to wash or look too good but I wouldn’t pay £100 to wear a Designer brand. I’d stick to middle ground .
Ok I think you get the picture ,... I know advertising increases £££ but can you or anyone else on here say these bikes are good quality .?
As I say I’ve always found that quality comes at a cost . Forget Rolex etc and all that snobbery ( IMO) but just why are these bikes so good, what’s the catch ..
thanks
Humdard
Definitely a contender! But I'm thinking 'Thofaan' Storm.
grate bike shame about the wheels never in my life of over 50 years cycling have I come across a wheel so hard to change a tire to get off and then back on .remove that tire seating lip so the tire can fined it own way to seat itself .the true build wheels are tight but nowt like TRIBAN change the wheel set please
Touche, Thats the one aspect i didnt revisit and comment on after experience and agree the wheelset needs to be changed i also found the tyres weighed some. Nevertheless good foundation to build personally found the bike very comfortable from the initial outset apart from the perch which i changed out for a spoon version. Thanks for comment :D
Can i put there 40mm tires? anyone did try? :)
Pan Křivej 35-36mm.
With 650B wheels, 42mm should probably be ok. Ask at the store
this is £500 only.. and it is no where close to the best bike under £1000