
Cannondale has specced a 1x9-speed drivetrain, complete with a wide range 11-42T cassette and a 38T narrow-wide chainring on the Quick 4.

The frame itself sees rack and fender mounts throughout, and the read end has flex tuned into the stays to keep you comfortable as you ride - termed SAVE Micro-Suspension. With a respectable lightweight aluminium frame, every decal and logo on the Cannondale Quick is reflective, so it lights up a Christmas tree to help you be seen in low light conditions. We've gathered our picks of the best hybrid bikes, so you can leave the car at home and spend more time out on two wheels. If this is what you're looking for, you've come to the right place. While some cyclists get a bit too hung up on things like weight, aerodynamics and bottom bracket stiffness, the vast majority of riders use bikes to get from point A to point B, and to get outside for a bit of exercise. They are typically specced with flat handlebars and parts that require minimal maintenance, but still perform in any riding condition.

The upright ride position means that you've got good visibility to spot what's happening around you and makes for easy starts and stops, while the trigger gear shifters, easy-to-reach brakes and wide, flat handlebars make for confident control.īlending the qualities of the best road bikes with mountain bikes, the best hybrid bikes are fast and comfortable and perfect for the commute, carrying luggage, and getting around town.

Hybrid bikes also make for some of the best commuter bikes, as they often offer plenty of mounting points for mudguards and racks, so you can carry luggage and shield yourself a little from wet roads and poor weather.
