Well thought out geometry, good looks and great handling make the Genesis Core 26.4 stand out as a great bike at a good price. Cornering is quick and precise with rear wheel drift easily attainable. The frame appears to be a Genesis Zero Disc – a model that’s no longer in the range – that has had an extension up front.
The frame is fully carbon and the cables are integrated into the frame for a cleaner look and better aerodynamics. There are three different spec levels, with 10 being the entry level, 20 the mid-range and 30 being the top of this range. For the entry level, you’ll get a Shimano Claris 2×8 drivetrain, an aluminium frame and carbon fork. Whilst the 30 model gets a Shimano 105 2×11 drivetrain, along with the aluminium frame and carbon fork. As the name suggests, these are bikes that are designed for the explicit purpose of riding on the road. Some are more race oriented, meaning mudguard and pannier mounts are forgone and the geometry is longer and lower.
Due to being disc brake only, the bridge between the seatstays could be removed. This further increases mud clearance and also adds to the frame’s compliance, providing better control. 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. The 16 years old brand is mainly known for the conception of durable bicycles made of quality materials. Most of these bikes are reported by users as comfortable and reliable, some of which are record-breakers (bicycle touring in particular).
genesis bicyclesNow over 50, he’s riding road and gravel bikes most days for fun and fitness rather than training for competitions. They have been advocates of steel as a material choice due to its superior ride characteristics and durability. This company meticulously designs its bikes, incorporating advanced technology and durable materials, ensuring optimal performance and comfort. Essentially an aluminium version of the Croix de Fer, the CDA features a similar plethora of mounts and wide clearances but comes in at a significantly lower price.
This top-down forest road singletrack trail is lined with intermingling trees and has many turns. At first, I was a little concerned about whether it would cause a sightline obstruction, but as soon as the tires started rolling, I knew it wouldn’t be a problem. Secondly, I needed more torque for this bike and I should have swapped the front cassette for a bigger one on the climb.
Lowest noise possible, quick disconnect for ease of use, and unmatched dependability. Goes up to 20 MPH Path/Street Legal In All 50 State, It’s a Class 2 e-bike. We’re experiencing a very high volume of orders during this HOT HOT HOT Summer Season. Sign up for our Newsletter to receive inventory and new bikes updates. Although the two bikes in this section might both be called the ‘Vapour’ with only the epithets ‘Alloy’ and ‘Carbon’ differentiating them, there are actually significant distinctions to be made.