How Good is the Giant CFR3?

Mike Tucker is new to cycling and has his eye on a Giant CFR3 and needs to know if it will do for training and racing? We give out opinion on second hand bikes and if this one will be OK for Mike

Question:

I am a beginner and looking at getting a bike. I am looking at the Giant CFR3, Is this a good bike for a beginner for training and race.

Hi Mike,

Welcome to the cycling community!

The only Giant CFR3′s that I could find were quite old and all had different components fitted, probably due to the original kit being worn out. If the frame is a CADEX then it was (at one time) at the cutting edge of tube jointing technology and could be either made with alloy or carbon tubes that are glued together with lugs, very well made and looked good at the time, but a bit dated now.

Check out the equipment as changes have probably been made over the years, look for wear and damage.

If the bike is in good condition then it would be very good for a starter bike for learning to ropes and training on, but may be a little heavy for racing, especially on hill courses. It’s a good bike but take a very close look at it before you part with your money.

TOP TIP: Second hand bike can be a bargain, but be careful!

Pre-used Cadex