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

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CGR Ti-X
Titanium elegance with the CGR do it all attitude. Smooth, confident, ready to go the distance on any surface. Built to ride and built to last.
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CGR AL
The original do it all bike. A versatile, all-surface aluminium bike built for every day. Confident on the commute, gravel or road. Mounts for racks, mudguards and bags to carry everything you need.
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CGR E AL
Everything brilliant about the CGR AL, plus electric assist when you want it. Powered by the Mahle X30 e-drive system. Quiet, light and ready to go.
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CGR E Carbon-X
CGR taken to a new level. A premium, integrated, e-bike for road, gravel and everything between. Super lightweight carbon bike and Mahle’s latest X20 e-drive system. It’s capable of anything you are.
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ALLROAD AL
Lightweight, aluminium endurance bike. Aero-optimised frame delivers speed, efficiency & comfort on all road surfaces.
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ALLROAD E AL
Lightweight electric e-road bike. Hydroformed, aero-profiled aluminium frame with electric assistance for speed, efficiency & comfort on all roads.
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ULTRA-RACE
Neu für 2025. Unser leichtestes, reaktionsschnellstes Rennrad aller Zeiten. Carbon der nächsten Generation, explosive Geschwindigkeit, rasiermesserscharfe Kontrolle. Erhältlich ab 6,58 kg.
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Endurance SL R Disc
Extraleichtes Carbon-Disc-Rennrad – Flaggschiff-Pro-Spezifikation, ultimative Renn- und Ausdauerleistung
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Allroad SL
Leichtes Ausdauerrad. Rahmen, Gabel und Sattelstütze aus Carbon vereinen Komfort und Leistung für Abenteuer auf allen Straßen.
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Allroad SL R
Fortschrittliches Carbon Allroad Bike - Definiere deine Grenzen neu, setze Maßstäbe bei Leistung und Vielseitigkeit
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Allroad Ti
Hochmodernes Ausdauerrad aus Titan. Langlebigkeit, Leistung und Komfort. Ein Rad für alle Straßen und alle Bedingungen.
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Allroad SL R e
Ausdauer-E-Bike aus Carbon. Leichter Rahmen mit elektrischer Unterstützung für Geschwindigkeit, Effizienz und Komfort auf allen Straßen.
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Ultra-Aero SL
Weltweit führendes, leichtes Carbon-Design, Aerodynamik und Leistung für den Rennsport.
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Ultra-Aero SL R
Das aerodynamisch fortschrittlichste Straßenrennrad der Welt. Leichtes Carbon-Design, unübertroffene Leistung und Geschwindigkeit.
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Endurance 725 Disc
Stahl Disc Rennrad – Klassisches Rennrad aus Stahl, neu konzipiert für den Fahrer von heute
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CGR AL
Alu All-Road Fahrrad - Leichter Aluminium Allrounder mit ganzjähriger Vielseitigkeit auf jedem Terrain
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CGR 725
Stahl Cross Gravel Rennrad - Klassischer Stahl mit Vielseitigkeit für jede Jahreszeit und jedes Gelände
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CGR Ti
Titan Cross Gravel Rennrad - Das entspannte und stabile CGR Ti ist bereit, auf einer Vielzahl von Terrains zu fahren.
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Road Bike Guides

Road Bike Buying Guide
Our road bike buying guide will walk you through each road bike model, helping you determine which is best suited for your cycling needs.
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Race Geometry vs Endurance Geometry vs Upright Geometry
Choosing your next bike isn’t just about material or groupset - geometry defines how it feels, from razor-sharp race bikes to all-day endurance and relaxed upright rides.
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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.

Road Bikes

Speed, endurance or adventure. Engineered for the road, wherever it takes you.

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Road Bike Buying Guide

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