1Boardman Sport
Although a bit ‘racier’ than our other picks, the Sport has what Boardman nevertheless term ‘sportive’ geometry, so it makes the list. The longer top tube and short head tube will get you long and low for fast riding, but there’s still room in the 7005 aluminium frame for 25mm tyres, with the rear wishbone stays offering a degree of respite from the harsh ride usually associated with alloy-tubed bikes. A machine at this budget price point certainly makes compromises, but the Sport is still a lot of bike for your money: enough, indeed, to scoop the road.cc Budget Bike of the Year award 2013-14.
Price: £349.99