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Off topic but what do you think of the bike?
The one in the link is the perfect size for my Gf and wondering if it would be well suited to a bit of cycle touring we have planned in Holland this summer, looks ideal.
How do you rate it?
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I love it. That sale price is half of what mine would've been new. There are no components where they've skimped excessively. Alfine hub is great (just make sure to adjust it (super simple process) a couple of times as the cable stretches or it jumps out of gear ALL the time). Paint job is tasteful. Do it.
My review is still around if you can be bothered to read my waffle: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/men/active/recreational-cycling/11744366/Genesis-Smithfield-review-a-commuters-friend.html
Sparky
Bit of a long shot, but does anyone know what sized mudguards/tyres I could squeeze into this?
http://www.ukbikesdepot.com/m89b185s800p19646/GENESIS_Smithfield_Ex-Display_50cm_2015/RS_GB/67715?gclid=Cj0KEQiAsP-2BRCFl4Lb2NTJttEBEiQAmj2tbdVTGVDR4jVl2SWV3wbNTY2sOpbLzoiU14OO97kvHlEaAgXh8P8HAQ
Was thinking of running these mudguards (mine have developed a crack so are on the way out):
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/gilles-berthoud-gilles-berthoud-700c-stainless-steel-mudguards-long-prod32967/
And then getting some chunky, chunky tyres. Already running 35mm Schwalbe Marathons but may go even bigger if possible.