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Best manual bike: the top 10

Ranked by how many of the 9 lists include each pick.

  1. 1

    Brompton P Line

    $2100Visit
    On 2 of 9 lists

    A fast-feeling, versatile folder at just 10kg that stashes under a desk and suits public transport. It is pricey compared to the C Line, and the rear mech is fiddly with some gear slipping.

  2. 2

    Specialized Sirrus X 3.0

    $769Visit
    On 2 of 9 lists

    A well-priced, versatile hybrid that handles gravel and road with excellent brakes. Its flat bar makes filtering through traffic trickier, and the gearing has big jumps.

  3. 3

    Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQ

    $3400Visit
    On 2 of 9 lists

    A lightweight electric commuter bike with good handling and a silent SL 1.1 motor offering 28 mph assist and up to 120 miles of range with the range extender. The brakes could be punchier and the range isn't the largest.

  4. 4

    Whyte RHeO 3

    $2299Visit
    On 2 of 9 lists

    A nimble, well-equipped and good-value electric hybrid with lights, rack and mudguards. Its small 250Wh battery limits range on hills, and it charges on-bike only.

  5. 5

    BMC Alpenchallenge Two

    Visit
    On 1 of 9 lists

    A commuter bike with hydraulic disc brakes, a SRAM APEX1 1x11 drivetrain, internal cable routing, and fenders, suited to fast roads and steep climbs.

  6. 6

    Boardman ADV 8.6

    $750
    On 1 of 9 lists

    A comfortable, versatile and well-priced gravel commuter with tubeless-ready tyres. It has mechanical brakes.

  7. 7

    Boardman HYB 8.8

    $680Visit
    On 1 of 9 lists

    A very good-value hybrid with a fine spec and a lively ride. The one-piece stem and bar limit adjustability, and the ride is a bit firm.

  8. 8

    Boardman SLR 9.0 Carbon

    $1800Visit
    On 1 of 9 lists

    A carbon road bike offering a lot for the money with an impressive ride feel and hidden versatility. The non-group chainset cheapens the look.

  9. 9

    Brompton C Line Urban

    $1399Visit
    On 1 of 9 lists

    A folding commuter bike with rapid small-wheel acceleration and an easy, compact fold. Its lively steering takes some getting used to.

  10. 10

    Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Driggs 8i Disc

    $1200Visit
    On 1 of 9 lists

    An 8-speed city commuter with disc brakes, offered in two frame sizes for riders 5'6" to 6'4".

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1. Brompton P LineRecommendedNot mentionedRanked 6Not mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned2
2. Specialized Sirrus X 3.0RecommendedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned2
3. Specialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 EQRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned2
4. Whyte RHeO 3RecommendedNot mentionedRanked 3Not mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned2
5. BMC Alpenchallenge TwoNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned1
6. Boardman ADV 8.6RecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned1
7. Boardman HYB 8.8Not mentionedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned1
8. Boardman SLR 9.0 CarbonNot mentionedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned1
9. Brompton C Line UrbanNot mentionedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned1
10. Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Driggs 8i DiscNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedRecommendedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentionedNot mentioned1