Nice…long overdue for us mortals. Please do more like this in the $1500/2500 range….👍🏻

First road bike I bought was a Felt F95 for £600 (2012). Took me from John O’Groats to Lands End and on countless sportives. It’s sad that the big brands don’t offer more options at a lower price, a £2,000 bill for a bike must put a lot of people off, and there’s better value to be found from companies such as Planet X and Fuji.

Rose and Canyon bikes are great value…….as long as you don’t mind the 6 month to 1 year delivery time. No joke.

£2,000 for a low-end road bike, no wonder bike sales are down. We can blame the bike industry for phasing out rim brake bikes, which allowed light weight bikes at affordable prices.

That Rose is an alloy frame (disguised as a carbon frame) but it looks beautifully made.

I have had my Giant TCR since 2014.. great bike.. if you keep your bike clean.. chain clean.. when i save up i upgraded wheels.. custom saddle.. have done multiple triathlons and iron.. no need for a 10k+ bike

David, great vídeo, thank you for the options. Giant and Rose are my favorite, for my first road bike. Regards from Porto City, Portugal 💪🏼🇵🇹🚲

I’ve ridden, but not owned, a couple of Giant bikes and I’ll have to say the ride quality is impressive. I’m not getting off my old Bianchi just yet, but Giant will be my next serious consideration. Great video!

Feeling really lucky with my end 2020 Canyon Ultimate CF SL 7 - rim brake (I live in the Netherlands, so all is flat), Shimano105-, then it was EUR 1699, 7.72 kg, super stoked with it! I see that now there is no rim brake version anymore and it is 2699 !

This one of your best videos. You have applied your extraordinary judgment to the ordinary world in which we live and to great practical and quality of life benefit for us all. Thank you once again, and all the best.

Bought a 2019 Giant Defy Advanced 2 with Shimano 105 gearset just before covid for a pretty good price at the time. Super happy i did, similar spec 2023 models are nearly double the price here in Canada...

I have that exact same TCR that was £600 more expensive in 2021. Great bike, great groupset. The wheels are ‘meh’ and the front thru axle adapter collapsed within 2 rides. The tyres - nice that it comes set up tubeless, but the tyres are heavy, and like treacle on tarmac. However- like your comments, I changed the wheels to some 50/60mm and added some F1 tyres and it’s absolutely transformed! Not much else I’d change - might add a thicker bar tape down the line. The saddle is ok as well although it creaked after a while so I’ve replaced it only due to that.

Just bought my 1st road bike, a mint condition Ribble fully carbon Endurance SL, 105 groupset for £550, 2nd hand! Worth 2k brand new. Now thats value. It is freaking light!

Rose decided to clean up the front end but route cable housing under chain stay! The frame design looks good though.

Great review of some excellent options - if you can find them in stock 😂. But I do believe the Rose is AL frame not CR. Still a stunning bike though.

Really interested to see what you think of budget brands like Vitus. Keep up the great work. Cheers from hot sunny Melbourne

I'm looking forward to the Vitus bike reviews. Great brand with great value

Trek Domane AL5 is another great value bike with 105 group set and good specs and good quality parts. Tires would be the only thing out of the box I’d upgrade but that’s with any of these bikes in this price range.

Thanks for reviewing more affordable bikes that are accessible to the masses - cheers!

In the land of Oz that’s Australia for you chaps.. Chinese unbranded carbon frames are very common and the quality is not that far off the brands you mentioned and in some cases the mix up of unknown brands do give better value for many especially for beginners and mid level riders. Great review as always 😊

I am going to follow you because I get some good ideas of what to buy for my cycling hobby

Thanks for good video! If I should by a roadbike now I would look for tyre clearance. The Canyon Endurace looks interesting. Gravel bikes are probably the kings of clearance and a versatile choice. My first "roadbike" was a Rocky Mountain Rail cyclodrossbike and has given me thousands of good kilometers during almost 20 years.

I love the Giant Contend AR! Beautiful all road bike. And very capable!

Very interesting. That giant is a screaming deal in UK. Can't get close to that price in the US.

Excellent stuff sir.Very impressive.

I have been riding/racing Rose Bikes for far over 10 years, however their bikes are great value, I must add that one should avoid their carbon fibre frames. My MTB is now on it's sixth frame in 7 years time, all the frames broke down due to manufacturing issues. My racing bike is the same as I'm on my second frame after 8 years but still kinda sad to have to go back to the german shop (live in the Netherlands) to bring the bike away and pick it up a few weeks later. On the ALU bikes I only have positive experiences tho!

Great video and great choice for value roadbikes. Small correction David. The Rose road bike is very light aluminium build with a very fine finished, which it looks like carbon. Greetings from Germany.

I give you crap for not holding the manufacturers to account on their batshit prices. But, fair play, you've done a good job here of giving the masses useful info.

Merida used to have some well spec'd mid range bikes even in carbon but they seem to have disappeared. but I saw an escultura 400 for £2400, which seems pretty cheap for electric assistance, with hydraulics discs and 105. Might be worth reviewing the e-road bike market. La Pierre seem to have nice ones as do giant and trek

Dave..I truly enjoy your channel..thank you sir !!!

I’m in Langkawi , Malaysia, there is a nice Gusto with DI2 and calliper brakes , Taiwan carbon frame , 12500 RM or about £2200 . 👍

Finally! WE like this type of videos. Affordable bikes

I recently bought the giant tcr trading my canyon and my what a difference in comfort and ride quality.Giant is by far the best value

This channel is not aimed at me. Happy for your joy of this hobby

My ORRO Terra C 105 came to £100.00 less than the £2000 and that included pedals and mudguards and a personal bike fit. Im absolutely delighted. Although its my first bike so I have nothing to compare, what I used to cycle in 1 hour on my wife's bike I can now achieve in 45min on the ORRO and her bike is a good quality Specialised hybrid. I feel every ounce of downward pressure is converted to the drive train. Ive now cycled almost 500 miles with no issues at all.

Giant TCR advance 1 I love it !

Interesting comments on the gravel. Considering one to replace my current. Warwickshire lanes are awful these days. I’m getting to old for thin rubber 😂

Very useful examination.

Just scored a Ridley Fenix SLIC for $2400 … totally loving it!

The best bike is your current bike. My 2016 Endurace still rides like a charm. Upgraded the groupset to axs.

2:49 I have a Giant Propel 2022 model. I know it's not in this price range of road bikes, but I just wanted to say that I love the bike so much! Giant is a great value for money regardless of what price range you're looking at. I'd love to save up for a TCR one day, but right now I'm having fun enjoying my Propel ❤

If you're not racing you don't need a fancy bike. You can get a really nice bike for less than $1,000 with Shimano Claris 8x2

Still rocking my trek sl6 2017 rim brake 2500€,bought some zipp 303´s for racing,still good enough today.

Just found a Giant Defy with a paint blemish on the frame in my local bike shop, massive discount, collection next weekend 😊

Bought a 2nd hand Scott Addict (2020) for £1200 last year and absolutely love it !

You can actually get the Emonda SL5 disc for £2k if you look around. Good discount and I did consider it but ended up with a TCR,based on the frame weight.

“But you missed out [insert random name of every bike ever made here]”. Seems you can’t win. Something to keep in mind with this price point is resale value. Getting a “branded” bike often means when people buy at this level, don’t ride it much and then decide to sell, they fetch a better price back than “lesser” brands. Facebook marketplace is littered with examples of broken dreams and best intentions. Plus always buy a bike you like the look of, as if you are not a super enthusiast roadie, it’ll make you want to ride it just that little bit more! The list you have provided is an excellent start point for sure.

I wanted an American (Wooo America!!! We rock!!!! Don't forget we saved you Brits in WW2, the big one) bike but none of the local dealers had my size and price point in stock!!! So I bought a Giant Revolt 2... It's okay, but I haven't broken past 30 miles per hour downhill yet... Trying to ride every day or other day!!!!

For two grand you can get a fantastic second hand bike. A mate of mine picked up a carbon Fondriest, Full Ultegra with Zipp 404v wheels for £600. It had hardly been ridden and was like new.

2000euro cathegory and not pick any Cube bike is a big blunder. That would be my first choice out of all your recommendetions without thinking toolong. Awesome frames of really high quality, top groupsets. Attain or Agree lines are what everyone should be considering in 2000 budget

I have a 2019 CAAD12 Ultegra. Still rides amazing today. Cannondale is the best when it comes to Alloy. Same with Specialized with the Allez.

Biig thumbs up for having the courage to include other bikes than the usual one's 👍🏻 Tnx. Dave.

Aluminum has a bad reputation? Never heard that. Bike companies are ripping everyone a new one. I wouldn’t spend 2000 on tiagra group set. I also don’t need batteries on a road bike, something else that breaks down. I think 105 non Di2 at 1800 reasonable. If not I’ll keep riding what I have. Rose Ultegra, mechanical groupset that sounds good.

You forgot another good german Brand. I bought a Stevens Aspin to ride during winter. A really fantastic bike. Complete Ultegra Groupset with only Rim Brakes, but this is for me ok.

I’d love to get the Rose gravel bike, but it doesn’t seem possible in the UK. Is this still the case?

Trek Domane AL is a good option in the US. Trek are expanding their retail shop coverage pretty well. Which means good warranty coverage countrywide

I have to say nice video and the price point more realistic. Does seem some people think you should have covered every bike in the world in the 2k range. Clearly not possible.

Van Rysel the Decathlon in-house brand also offers, both alloy and carbon, well specced road bikes in this price range. Unfortunately there still is some stigma buying from Decathlon.

This is a step in the right direction. Let the market lead the industry giants, not the other way around

I can't find a similarly equipped TCR for that price point in the US market - I would buy it if I could find it!

Awesome :)

I have that Trek Emonda ALR and tarted it up with Dura Ace 😊

Let me tell you as a vintage and new old stock kind of rider, anything Shimano Claris and Sora that’s being made by Shimano now, is as good if not better than Dura Ace and Ultegra of yesteryear. AND is compatible with previous groupsets. Where as new Tiagra id im not mistaken isn’t compatible with other precious 10 speed groupsets.

Cannondale caad optima 1 for 1600 with 105 is hard too beat

I would love to see you test and review De Rosa Bicycles.

I like your full zip hoodie! What brand is it? Great video!

Nice content! But the Piano(or so) background loop is KILLING me!!!

The big brands also need to get with the program with respect to crank length and handlebar width. Too often the offerings are too big. The only way to get 165mm cranks is with a small or extra small frame. Sub 400mm handlebars likewise.

Anyone have thoughts on how the Fezzari Empire or Veyo stack up as value bikes? Keep in mind that the standard Veyo carbon frame won’t be out until this summer...all the current Veyo prices reflect their super light frame.

Good feature - many vlogs give the impression that you need a 4k/ 5k bike to be a cyclist. I’ve ridden Cube which are widely available and they are very good value- also Dolan and Ribble probably have offerings at this price point. Would like to see a feature on best upgrades for a 2k bike. PS All metals used for bikes are alloys - ie a mixture of metals - ie Titanium is an alloy - so aluminium is the accurate description for an aluminium bike. Keep up the good work.

I’m wondering if Shimano is still producing mechanical 11 speed group sets for sale? I haven’t seen any full groups sets for sale, I just bought a full mechanical Dura Ace but had to buy it in pieces. Love my mechanical!

the worst thing about the cycling industry aren't 15k bikes, those are built to win the tour de france....the worst thing is entry level bikes being 3k+

Still love my trek Emonda 2017 rim brake

Hi David, how would you compare the Giant TCR to the Giant Defy range? Is the Defy just a more upright/endurance type setup? Thanks again

I have had carbon and aluminum,one of my bikes used paid 800.00 and have had no issues it has a Claris

great man, great bike, great price, great quality ...TREK

Buy used. Be patient

The one thing I hate about Giant, is the way they market their bikes in different countries. That model TCR is not available in Japan. In fact the only models available with the Ultegra are the Di2. The lower end models come with the 105 group sets.

I'd love to ride a road bike, but they are too difficult for me, I'm not flexible enough. Could you make a video with more upright, comfortable bikes?

For good value alloy bikes, you should also rake a look at Dolan’s offerings.

Tiagra sometimes has mechanical disc though? Yes a question..Thanks david love your vids

You missed out the vitus zenium crs. I own one and there us no better bike for under 2k - high quality carbon frame, ultegra groupset,8kg weight and it rides fantastic - very comfortable with excellent road manners and handling.

Not quite the group set you mention on the GIANT, comes with Shimano 105

I think in this Pricerange Cube has good offerings.

If you 1. Pack your bike in a car 2. Take your bike on a plane 3. Ride for fun 4. Do overnight rides 5. Are over 90kg 6. Ride on a variety of roads - then you need Alloy Frames... If you 1. A show off 2. A tosser 3. Think you are some elite racer... You need a carbon frame.

Quick question Dave. Why do you never review PlanetX bikes? A british brand with a good Rep. Just Interested. Cheers

Hi David, what do you think about the new Fezzari Veyo? It seems to be a really good all-around aero road bike that offers 105 di2 and Ultegra di2 12 speed for $thousands less than even the Canyon Ultimate,

1:03 I think alloy and alu are two different things. In the (not that remote) past, all bicycles were made out of steel; which is a combination (alloy) of iron and carbon, whereas alu is the material on its own. Now, maybe, that's an habit you have in the Anglosphere to call it like this.

Excellent video,,,,,,Magistroni aluminium 7005,,out of Mexico…..it does the job

If I didn't have a discount on Trek, I would go for a TCR Frame. Upgrade to some Bontrager Aeolus, and you could have one heck of a bike.

Hi David thinking of a new endurance/sportive bike.Can’t decide Canyon, Scott, Ribble or Giant what would you go for thanks?

Surprised no Boardman slr 8.9 £1750 ... It always seems to get on other lists? I only ever had the TT bike but from others+reviewers it is still great value!

Welcome to the David Arthur drinking game: 'pricepoint' drink!

Great stuff..i have the TCR its great

Can't cover every firm which i get but being uk surely a little move love for some home grown offerings such as Ribble.would have been good

One thing that drives me crazy is that quality aluminum bikes are going out of style. It's so hard to find a quality aluminum bike with decent components these days; everything is carbon fiber. But you're spot on about your comments about gravel bikes. I have an Canyon Ultimate w/ ultegra di2 and a Grail AL w/ mechanical grx. I much prefer my grail for most riding because it feels more planted on windy days going downhill. If Canyon had a aluminum ultimate with similar components to my cf sl with ultegra di2, i would have gotten that one in a heartbeat.

The old gen ultimate cf sl 7 is not available anymore. They replaced it with an 'updated' version that now costs €2699 and has worse components.

Any suggestions on a bike this prove range, that could be used for a beginner triathlete that also would like to ride gravel?

Bit deceptive on the Giant TCR 1, as this is the 2021 model and they have none in stock anywhere, the 2022 model they have loads of, but they are 3k

The way to get the best bike for 2'000€ is going used. I just bought a Simplon Pavo Granfondo (Full Carbon, Shimano Ultegra, 5 years old, 4'500€ new, 3'300km) for 1'600€