Genesis Bikes Core 26 4 2012 Mountain Bike Reviews » Bikes » Hard Tails Free Mountain Bike Magazine IMB

Among the more than 20 brands are SRAM, Promax, KMC, Avid, Gyes, Velo, Truvativ, Continental, and Kenda. The Datum comes with 32c tyres, which is a bit closer to the ‘road’ end of the spectrum. But there is clearance for up to 38c, so if the conditions require it, this bike is able to handle the rougher stuff. Not quite mainstream, yet still hugely popular, Genesis Bikes are a British brand loved by steel-aficionados and adventurers alike.

genesis bikeAn internally geared hub goes a long way to weather proofing the drivetrain, as do the full housed gear cables that help stop dirt degrading your shifting performance. Just because a bike is designed for one specific purpose doesn’t mean it is limited to that purpose. Adventure bikes are very versatile and can be put to a multitude of uses.

Now 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.

The geometry is a little more upright, making for a more comfortable and less twitchy ride. There are mounts for mudguards and a pannier rack, which expands the range of use from just road riding to commuting and even lightweight cycle touring. The Croix de Fer is probably Genesis’ flagship bike, much loved by adventurers and commuters alike. It’s the ultimate all-round all-terrain machine, with a hardy steel frameset, disc brakes, relaxed geometry and mounts for all the additional fittings you might need. The Croix de Fer comes in three steel options (10, 20 and 30) as well as a titanium model. At the entry-level, the Delta is an aluminium frame and carbon fork road bike with endurance geometry that comes with rim brakes and provides a comfortable ride.

genesis bicyclesAll bikes are hand-built custom to order by our in-house mechanic. All Genesis framesets sold include a locally hand letterpressed “Certificate of Authenticity” that marks the milestone of our first product launch. Not only that, because we know how important it is to have easy access to tools, we’re including a limited edition Basic tool roll. You may believe that any brand of road bike sold in Walmart is not worth buying.

The Genesis Zeal 20 MGT has even stronger features than the Delta 30. It does compare, having the same type of tires, cassette, speeds, and brakes. However, the carbon fiber frameset, impressive height accommodations, and gender-neutral geometry put it on top. The level of efficiency offered by the bike begins to justify much higher prices.

Your bike frame & fork are protected under our Lifetime Warranty policy. If you’re in the market for a more porteur-style bike, the Brixton is where Croix de Fer meets cargo. Its 1×9 drivetrain keeps things simple, while the swept back riser bars give the rider a more upright position. If you’re a roadie, Genesis has a few models for you to consider.