Women’s Axial – Greyrose / Blush

The Women’s Axial road bike is a race bike at heart but its geometry has been softened for greater comfort on long rides. The Aluminium frame has slender seat stays to absorb road buzz and it’s paired with a carbon fork that filters out vibrations at the front end. Despite being made from aluminium, you could mistake the Axial for a carbon bike thanks to smooth welding construction techniques and hydroformed tube shapes. If you want to use the Axial for winter training then just fit it with full-length mudguards.

Being a women’s bike, the Axial has handlebars, a saddle, and geometry that were specifically designed for the female anatomy. Narrower bars, a differently shaped saddle and a shorter reach make for a more comfortable ride. This bike comes specced with Shimano’s excellent value Claris Groupset. It has a 2×8 configuration that shifts reliably and can be easily adjusted. Mechanical disc brakes mean you never need to worry about stopping power because they bite just as well in the wet as they do in the dry.

If you’re just getting into road biking or you’re looking for a winter training bike then the Axial is a great choice.