genesis 853 volare..any good.

I am thinking about one of these as my next road bike, any views or opinions would be great

In answer to your title, yes.

I have the 931 stainless version. No regrets throwing down the £1000 on the frameset. I absolutely love it with its full dura ace 7800 setup.

I've got one and its great (853 with enve fork) but would love to try the 953 one though. Im up in Manchester if you want to try a 52cm one...

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That's a nice looking saddle - what is it? fizik something.

fizik aliante (carbon)

Got the 2015 725 version.

It's fucking awesome, stiff but nothing a carbon post and lightweight 28mm can fit.

Enter your text here...Hi thanks for your offer its a 56cm I think I will need but may take you up on the offer to see one in the flesh as nowhere local to me sells them

@starskyandhutch - have a 56cm Volare 40 demo here (same frame/fork). I'd be happy to arrange it sent to your local Genesis dealer for you to test-ride. Just need the request to come from them - contact me via PM for details. Hope this helps.

What's with the CX rings, junior?

No point in having big ring if you don't ride in group.

I wish! I prefer the small jumps between front rings. I've also found 46/11 is enough even on the down hills in the pennines

Me too (Pyrenees), it felt a little small when I'm riding in a group, which is usually why the pro go for Big Ring.

Such nice bikes, such good value.

Sorted now thanks