Road bikes are specifically designed to be used on paved surfaces. These tarmac specific machines have always traditionally been referred to as road racing bikes (or just racing bikes) but this is no longer the case in today’s market. Today there are far more versions of road bikes to choose from and each offers something a little different. Whether this is in terms of geometry, tyre clearance or luggage carrying compatibility. A road bike will traditionally have drop handlebars which enables the rider to obtain a low and narrow position on the bike which helps reduce the frontal area of the rider and improves aerodynamic performance. They will also have a reduced tyre clearance for the fitment of tarmac specific tyres. These narrow-fit tyres will be high pressure and usually have a slick tread to reduce rolling resistance and provide better grip. These bikes will also predominantly use derailleur gears to allow the rider to navigate different terrains.

WHAT TYPES OF ROAD BIKE ARE THERE?

There are essentially 7 or more types of road bike including, road race bike, endurance bike, sportive bike, disc brake road bike, rim brake road bike, hybrid bike and touring bike. All road bikes are available in a variety of materials and what you opt for will normally be dictated by the price bracket. These materials are steel, alloy, carbon or titanium. Race bike – The riding position is low at the front to reduce the frontal area and decrease wind resistance. Endurance or Sportive bike – The frame is taller at the front end and places the rider in a more upright position which helps to reduce fatigue over longer duration rides. Disc or Rim Brake – All modern bikes have caliper rim brakes or the increasingly popular disc brakes. Disc brakes are more powerful but at a cost of being slightly heavier. Hybrid bikes – Feature flat handlebars, a wider tyre clearance and disc brakes for added confidence. Touring Bikes – They are built to carry luggage so have a longer wheelbase to make them more comfortable and more efficient at carrying heavy loads.

WHAT SIZE ROAD BIKE DO I NEED?

When choosing road bike size you should keep in mind the fact that not all bikes will have the same geometry and therefore you may require a different size in one type of bike to another. This is also the case between various manufacturers if you require a large in one does not mean this will be true of another manufacturer. To assist you with ensuring that you get the perfect size for you we have included a size recommendation guide for each bike, this can be located towards the bottom of each bikes webpage. Simply use your height to select the correct frame size.

WHO ARE ROAD BIKES FOR?

All road bikes are available in a variety of materials and what you opt for will normally be dictated by the price bracket. These materials are steel, alloy, carbon or titanium. Race bike – The riding position is low at the front to reduce the frontal area and decrease wind resistance. Endurance or Sportive bike – The frame is taller at the front end and places the rider in a more upright position which helps to reduce fatigue over longer duration rides. Disc or Rim Brake – All modern bikes have caliper rim brakes or the increasingly popular disc brakes. Disc brakes are more powerful but at a cost of being slightly heavier. Hybrid bikes – Feature flat handlebars, a wider tyre clearance and disc brakes for added confidence. Touring Bikes – They are built to carry luggage so have a longer wheelbase to make them more comfortable and more efficient at carrying heavy loads.

HOW MUCH ARE ROAD BIKES?

Due to the many types of road bike and the difference in material that they are constructed from they can range from just short of a thousand to a few thousand pounds. The price is largely reflective of the materials that the frame is constructed from and also the equipment that is built onto it. Alloy and steel frames offer a more accessible price point to the world of road cycling. A good quality aluminium or steel tubed bike with a decent specification can reasonably expect to come in around the £1000 price point. A quality build around a carbon frame will start around about the £1500 mark, though there are 1 or 2 entry-level models that can come in slightly lower at around the £1000 mark. With a Titanium bike you can expect to pay upwards of £2000 due to the difficult manufacturing techniques this type of frame employs.

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Our road range benefits from extensive R&D, testing, and advanced technologies to produce premium bikes that allow you to redefine what's possible on a road bike. Whether you're looking for the aerodynamic race performance of our Ultra models or t...Read more

CGR Ti
Titanium Cross Gravel Road Bike - Comfortably relaxed and stable, the CGR Ti conquers all riding surfaces with ease
From£3,299
Allroad Ti
Cutting-edge titanium endurance bike. Durability, performance & comfort. A bike for all roads and all conditions.
From£2,699
Allroad SL
Lightweight endurance bike. Carbon frame, forks & seat post blend comfort and performance for adventures on all roads.
From£1,699
- Electric
Allroad SL R e
Carbon Electric Allroad Bike - Ride fast and far with our lightweight pedal-assisted Allroad bike
From£3,999
Allroad SL R
Lightweight carbon endurance bike. Aero-optimised frame delivers speed, efficiency & comfort for riding without limits.
From£2,599
Endurance AL Disc
Alloy Disc Road Bike - Lightweight performance aluminium endurance road bike
From£1,199
Endurance SL Disc
Carbon Disc Road Bike - Light race and endurance with pro level technology // BIKE OF THE YEAR
From£2,499
Save £1,500
Endurance SL R Disc
Ultralight carbon race bike. Designed for speed and responsiveness for those who race fast and far.
From£2,999£4,499
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R872 Disc
Carbon Disc Road Bike - Lightweight endurance carbon at a great price
From£1,599£1,999
Ultra SL
Carbon Disc Aero Road Bike - World-leading aerodynamic race performance
From£2,999
Ultra SL R
Carbon Disc Aero Road Bike - The world's most aerodynamically advanced road race bike
From£4,499
Endurance 725 Disc
Steel Disc Road Bike - Classic steel road bike re-imagined for today's rider
From£1,599
- Electric
CGR AL e
Versatile Cross-Gravel-Road e-bike. Electric assistance, multi-terrain capability & comfort for any adventure.
From£2,699
CGR AL
The original 'do it all' Cross-Gravel-Road bike. Lightweight frame, multi-terrain capability & comfort.
From£1,399
CGR 725
Steel Cross Gravel Road Bike - Classic steel with all season, all terrain versatility
From£1,699

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Spend £350 or more with us, and you can apply to spread the cost with our finance partner V12. You can choose how much deposit you want to pay - whether it's half the cost or nothing at all.*

Classic Finance (14.9% APR Representative) is available over 24 months or 36 months with a minimum spend of £350.

0% APR Interest-free finance is available over six months with a minimum spend of £350 or 12 months with a minimum spend of £2500.

0% APR Interest Finance is available on all Ribble bikes with the exception of Special Offer / Special Edition and Clearance bikes.

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Why choose a Ribble Road bike?

Designed in Lancashire and tested over the hills and roads in northern England.

Our highly experienced UK design team apply their expert knowledge of designing advanced carbon road bikes to create a whole range of light and competitive road bikes constructed in steel, aluminium and carbon. There is a Ribble road bike for everyone. Racing bikes, women-specific designs and models suitable for the whole range of cycling including sportives, leisure riding, bikepacking, and commuting.

Within road bikes the Ribble Endurance range are road bikes designed to allow the rider a more relaxed riding position ideal for longer rides, road sportives or fast commuting. They are perfect for endurance riders who want to test themselves in challenge or long-distance rides and allow you to ride all day long in control and comfort.

For experienced riders road racing-style bikes can also perform well as a lightweight urban bike. Our wider bike range includes everything from road, triathlon &TT, urban, hybrid, cyclocross and track, built to the precise specification that you choose.

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