Dawes Galaxy versus Claud Butler Dalesman

Tourerman · Post by **Tourerman** » 19 Feb 2008, 9:03pm

Hi All,
After 4 years slogging away on my 40 mile round commute on my battered old mountain bike, I have taken the plunge and decided that I need a tourer in my life! My budget has an upper limit of around £800 for the bike itself and after much research and deliberation I have narrowed it down to the Dalesman and the Galaxy. I have recently joined a cycling club and the opinion among fellow club members seems to favour the Dalesman as being the marginally better ride and perhaps better value.
I was wondering if anyone could share their experiences of these two bikes and possibly suggest any alternatives that I might not have thought of.

Many Thanks

P.S: The bike would also be used for the weekly sunday run and extensive touring during the warmer months.

mercurykev · Post by **mercurykev** » 20 Feb 2008, 7:30am

The Dalesman has a slightly higher spec than the Galaxy. You can get some good deals here http://www.bikesheduk.com/main/Products1.asp?PR=4 Dalesman £599

james01 · Post by **james01** » 20 Feb 2008, 9:38am

Don't dismiss the idea of buying 2nd hand, keep an eye on the local press/this website etc. You may get lucky & end up with a superior machine (and spare cash left over for some nice accessories!)

Tourerman · Post by **Tourerman** » 23 Feb 2008, 8:25pm

Many thanks for the advice. I take your point about the second-hand machine James. I've actually never had a new bike before and as I'm already heavily 'accessorised' I thought that on this occasion i might just have to see my man at the LBS (the excellent Church Street Cycles in Gainsborough) and go for a new one.

Thanks also for the link, Kev. The aforementioned shop has said they can do me a similar deal on the 2007 Dalesman and I think that is what I'll go for.