The Cypress now sports 700c wheels that will roll faster than their smaller counterparts on some other comfort bikes. This might seem like a drawback, but the giant cog on the back and the significantly less maintenance more than make up for it. You won’t find disc brakes or lots of speeds here. Giant’s Cypress line has been making comfort hybrid bikes for a long time, and their latest models continue their focus on pleasant ride quality. Beyond that, though, there’s nothing to criticize on this bike.
The Escape packs mechanical disc brakes, which provide solid stopping power in all weather, but aren’t as reliable and long-lasting as their hydraulic cousins. Steel soaks up bumps better than aluminum, so using it on the fork will help keep your hands and wrist more comfortable. You can fit tires up to 45c wide on this bike, which would be plenty wide for tackling gravel rides.Īnother comfort-boosting feature is the steel fork. The Escape 3 Disc comes with 700x38c tires that soak up more bumps than many road bike tires. If you want a great combination of comfort and efficiency, it’s hard to go wrong with the Giant Escape series. Proprietary sensors are becoming more commonplace, but we have yet to see if they’ll be able to fight off the bigger names like Cateye and Garmin. The 18-speed drivetrain keeps weight and complexity down, hydraulic disc brakes provide consistent stopping power, and 700x40c Kenda tires provide both efficient rolling and traction.Ĭannondale now specs the Quick CX 2 with a built-in wheel sensor, so you can track your ride distance and speed through the Cannondale app. It’s a great compromise for riders who want to explore more than their local streets. The 63mm of travel will take the edge off of rough trails and gravel paths, and it has a lockout for maximum efficiency while you’re on the road.
The Quick CX 3 is one of the few fitness hybrids with a suspension fork.
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