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Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
The Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike makes light work of steep hills and tougher commutes with 24-speed Shimano gears with Shimano Altus rear mech.
Average Customer Rating:
(25 Reviews) 25
Rating Snapshot (25 reviews)
5 stars
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4 stars
6
3 stars
0
2 stars
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1 star
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24 of 24(100%)customers would recommend this product to a friend
Customer Reviews for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Review 1 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Easy rider,
April 04, 2013
By DaveN89
from York
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: stability, looks, ride
Cons: nowt
"I have just purchased this bike to commute to work on (reducing the old carbon footprint right there), and do the occasional off roading. Having tested the bike i can safely say hybrids are loads better than mountain bikes on the roads, smoother tyres and lighter frame. Have yet to test off road but seems stable and durable enough. I would reccomend this product!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Which Store did you visit? YORK
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Review 2 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Feels light and lively,
March 21, 2013
By martybaby
from hampshire england
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: light and breezy feel, no suspension (i don't go off road)
Cons: had to buy mudguards.
"This bike is just what I hoped it would be. My previous machine was a Claud Butler hybrid with hub gears and was very hard work. I go 10% faster on this one, and it makes me want to tackle hills that I thought were no fun at all on the Butler bike. I waited for the price to take one of its regular dips, and it didn't take long. The gear shifting isn't currently good from 2 to 1 on the front set of cogs (chain comes off unless I'm v careful), but I expect Halfords to be able to correct that easily.
Overall I'm delighted."
Overall I'm delighted."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 65 & Over
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? WINCHESTER
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Review 3 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
The right bike for me,
March 09, 2013
By SuperDann
from Nottingham, UK
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: great size for the larger cyclist
"Being 6'4" I was sceptical of finding a bike that would seat me comfortably. This one did so perfectly. It is good quality and not too pricey either."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
How many bikes: 1
Which Store did you visit? CHILWELL - NOTTINGHAM
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Review 4 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
nice bike,
February 15, 2013
By manix
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: the weight
"light efficient and easy to maintain, what more can you ask for the price."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
How many bikes: 2
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Review 5 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Great Buy,
February 07, 2013
By AndyH15
from Staffordshire
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Apart from lack of handle bar adjustment and a bit of saddle soreness for the frist few days this bike is a pleasure to ride. I travel to work and back in all conditions using canals towpaths, roads and some trails and it is comfortable on all of these.
Good solid bike, that is light and surprisingly fast. Over the past few years i've tried all sorts of different cycles but this is by far the best. Be careful with the brakes until you get used to it they're unbelieveable sharp.
Fantastic ride, brilliant bike!"
Good solid bike, that is light and surprisingly fast. Over the past few years i've tried all sorts of different cycles but this is by far the best. Be careful with the brakes until you get used to it they're unbelieveable sharp.
Fantastic ride, brilliant bike!"
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
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Review 6 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Carrera Subway Hybrid 22" (XL),
February 05, 2013
By Delboyz
from Colchester
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: excellent fit and ride for a tall person, great spec, exellent gears
Cons: none yet
"If you are looking for a great looking and easy to ride bike this is version of the subway is excellent. Being 6' 3" tall, I have always struggled with most bikes. The subway (XL) is a very comfortable to ride with smooth 24-speed grear changing and very responsive disc breaking. Excellent bike packed with features."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 2
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Review 7 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
great bike,
January 23, 2013
By mutly
from East Yorkshire
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: gears, brakes, looks great, occasional off road use
Cons: none
"Bought this bike to replace my racer to commute to work, I do 10-20 miles a day on it. Very comfortable now I'm used to the riding position (used to my racer) Gears are great and I can take it off road too :-)"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
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Review 8 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
carrera 20,
January 11, 2013
By tony145
from burnley
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"got subway fron burnley branch,my 4th bike in 14 years wont go anywere else.staff top class allways helpful.bike is great very comfortable a smooth ride"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 55 - 64
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Pro-Performance - I'II always buy the best quality regardless of price
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
How many bikes: 1
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Review 9 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Amazing,
January 08, 2013
By Tuna83
from England
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Excellent build quality for a very reasonable price it flys down the road like a dream very happy"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 2
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Review 10 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Excellent,
December 28, 2012
By Joshua22
from Ipswich, suffolk
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: fast, great handleing, doesn't let you down
Cons: uncomfortable
"I'm a teenage boy and have had the bike for 6 months now and has been a great bike, that is strong and quick and suitable for most terrain, my gears and brakes and tires are still all working perfectly and all I have had to do is fix a puncture, clean it up and oil the chain, plus i use it on a daily basis and is still excellent. I have also taken the bike on bike rides of 40+ and have had an excellent average as the bike as a good speed and is great for fitness. A great bike. The only problem is it is a little uncomfortable for some people, I personally like it as it has a good aerodynamic riding position so doesn't effect but with the option of a extended handle bars wouldn't go a miss and I would like a higher gear selection for the speed the bike can reach."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
Type of Cyclist: Serious Cyclist
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 2
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Review 11 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Had my eye on this for a long time,
December 18, 2012
By boldyrider
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Had my eye on this for a long time due to the good reviews on the halfords site. I must say I am not disappointed at all.
Very comfortable ride, easy to change gear, and feels a very solid bike, very impressed with it."
Very comfortable ride, easy to change gear, and feels a very solid bike, very impressed with it."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 2
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Review 12 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
You can't go wrong with this..,
December 11, 2012
By beatthetraffic
from Plymouth Devon
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Bought this for the commute to work, and this bike eats the hills. The gear changes are very smooth, and the disc brakes are spot on. The tyres are very robust and need to be as the roads are a mess. Saddle is a bit hard but with more use this won't be noticed. Standard pannier rack won't fit, so bought one that attaches to the seat post.
Built it at home my self. Well packaged and easy to construct."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 1
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Review 13 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Great for commuting and leisure,
November 10, 2012
By JimmyNightmare
from Swansea
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: ace disc brakes
Cons: it's got some weight to it
"Bought the bike through gritted teeth when the car gasped its last and haven't looked back since. It's been over six months now that the guy's done a good seven-mile trip every day with the odd 20-miler at the weekends. No issues with gear change making light work of Swansea's hills although I will stress that it was a good couple of weeks before the seat stopped wrecking my backside. Copes well with the conditions I put it through daily, covering it with sand and salt and grit; cleans up nicely and you don't hear a peep out of it afterwards.
Overall, over the moon. I'd buy it again if it got robbed tomorrow :D"
Overall, over the moon. I'd buy it again if it got robbed tomorrow :D"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Value for Money - I like things to be as cheap as possible
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 2
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Review 14 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large,
November 03, 2012
By reverandf
from glos
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: gear ranges good
Cons: handle bar adjustment?
"Very pleased with the bike, the gearing is good for steep hills and plenty of speed on the flat. my wife has the same model but a16" and she gets on well also. the chunky tyres are ideal for rough tarmac lanes and am glad we did not choose a racing type model as even these on slippery leaves and mud do loose traction. brakes quite fierce can easily lock up the back wheel. adjusting the handle bars higher not possible without purchasing extra spacers. gear changes easy up or down."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Serious Cyclist
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: More than 3
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Review 15 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
CARRERA SUBWAY,
November 02, 2012
By ANDYG123
from LEEDS
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
"Started cycling again after 30 years had an old heavy mountain bike Replaced it for the Carrera Subway Hybrid what a difference seemed like the bike had an engine. Best ride we have had since starting to cycle again would highly recommend this bike"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 45 - 54
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - No Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Boating
How many bikes: 2
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Review 16 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
excellent,
October 19, 2012
By shorty68
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: gears, style, brakes, price
"What fantastic bike,ended up buying two on 6 weeks cos someone decided to steal my first one. However I had to replace it with one identical as it was such a good bike, excellent value for money. 22 inch frame is perfect for my 6ft4 frame. Due to.back injury I have a adjustable handlebar stem, but for anyone tall it's just right. Slick gears,sharp brakes and great gear ratio. And light. Looks good too,almost like it won't get picked up on radar. It looks so good."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
How many bikes: 3
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Review 17 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Carrera Subway - HYBRID 2011-2012,
October 12, 2012
By SMcD
from Kent
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: the look, brakes, gear change, handle bar grips, seat
Cons: tyres, cant adjust handle bar height, halfords putting it together
"This bike presents very well, is solid, smooth and a joy to ride. The comfort comes from the handle grips, seat and feels very solid in a good way when riding. With the help of 24 gears the gear changes are very smooth. The brakes are amazing and make you feel in complete control.
I have two slight issues with the bike which are: the thickness of tyres and the fact you are not able to alter the height of the handlebars.
Compared to my previous bike it is a completely different experience, which is a huge compliment to the Carrera and a big well done to the company! I enjoy going out on this bike come rain or shine!"
I have two slight issues with the bike which are: the thickness of tyres and the fact you are not able to alter the height of the handlebars.
Compared to my previous bike it is a completely different experience, which is a huge compliment to the Carrera and a big well done to the company! I enjoy going out on this bike come rain or shine!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Just for fun
How many bikes: 2
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Review 18 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Great bike,
July 27, 2012
By Allex
from Cork
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Performance
4
out of
5
Pros: smooth gear changes, great brakes, comfortable grips
Cons: tires are too thick
"Bought this bike two weeks ago and I can say that it is a brilliant hybrid for its price. Great gears bearings and the grips are very comfortable.
The only let down is the tires are too thick therefore it is slower on the road. I just wish this had thinner tires and it would be perfect."
The only let down is the tires are too thick therefore it is slower on the road. I just wish this had thinner tires and it would be perfect."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: Under 25
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With No Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 2
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Review 19 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Good but not as good as earlier models,
July 05, 2012
By monkfish1969
from East Yorkshire
Quality
4
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Pros: looks good, lightweight
Cons: tyres not that good for commuting, front forks too straight
"Well,i really wanted to give this five stars, but i have had this about two weeks now, and used it extensively, and must agree that it is indeed a good looking bike, but i think that the subway 2 i bought back in 2004 is better than this, not neccersarily with regards to gearing and bearings, just the performance i got from it, i purchased the xl frame or 22inch, i do not agree with the fact that there is no change in wheel size i.e. still 26 inch, my friend who i cycle with has a giant seek 3 with a smalller 18 inch frame but 28 inch wheels and easily hands down finds the routes we do a lot easier, yet when i was on my subway 2 it was the other way round, and that is his opinion, the tyres on this model are quite wide, at least double width than my previous, perhaps i should have gone with my intuition and bought the giant, but my fondness for my previous subway pulled me towards this, if i could take it back i would, but by no means do i think its a bad bike, but where i live in east yorkshire, it is indeed built for cycling, but this bike is not really a good contender for serious commuting or leisure, i can do about 18 mile in just over an hour, but still, i dont think its fast enough for my leisure requirements, but each to their own, i wish i had my old one overhauled, but it lasted 8 years and was run into the ground, but for money it is still reasonable"
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 35 - 44
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Single - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Camping
How many bikes: 2
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Review 20 for Carrera Subway Hybrid Bike 2011/2012 - Extra Large 22"
Overall Rating
Best bike,
May 29, 2012
By Nhorse
from Scarborough
Quality
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Pros: great value, supurbly built
Cons: only available at halfords so can't shop around
"Simply this is the best bike I've ever bought. It's light (approx 13kgs), looks great and is packed with features such as the type of gears used and those disc brakes are simply amazing at stopping you. It shouts quality."
Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Age Group: 25 - 34
Gender: Male
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
Family: I'm Living with Partner/Spouse - With Children
Type of Cyclist: Commuting
Other hobbies: Cycling
How many bikes: 2
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