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Brake rubs when pedalling hard or whilst standing.
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Asked on: Carrera Virtuoso Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
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Does this bike have a weight limit?
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Carrera Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm

The Carrera Vanquish Road Bike features a terrific spec, which includes 18-speed Shimano gears, Tektro calliper brakes and a Shimano WHR500 wheelset.
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Questions & Answers for Carrera Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm

Question
Do you need 'cycling shoes' to ride a road bike such as the one, with or without the optional road bike pedals?
I noticed in a bundle deal that it is possible to purchase road bike pedals with the bike itself. If i wasn't to get the pedals, would I need some kind of specialist foot ware? I would not be racing seriously, just going out on long rides for exercise.
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: Just for fun
Other hobbies: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
asked 5 months, 1 week ago
by
aswjack1
 - Edinburgh
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
2 answers
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answer 1
no just ware what if comfortable for you
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: 2
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Top 500 Contributor
answered 3 months, 1 week ago
by
sammy1712
 - highlands of Scotland
answer 2
No special shoes are required for the standard pedals, but we would recommend cycling specific shoes as they are stiffer soled and therefore more effiicent.
Staff Answer
answered 5 months, 1 week ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
Fork material?
In the description, it states "lightweight carbon fibre fork with 1-1/8" alloy steerer", but then underneath it states "alluminium fork"? Please could you state what material it is made from?
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
asked 9 months ago
by
Anonymous
 - Portsmouth
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
1 answer
Answers
answer 1
Apologies for the confusion, the Carrera Vanquish actually has an alloy fork, the spec has been amended accordingly.
Staff Answer
answered 6 months ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
Carrera Vanquish weight compared to Carrera TDF?
The weight stated here is for the Carrera Vanquish is 10.9Kg. On this site the weight for the Carrera TDF is also stated as 10.9Kg (although disputed on some review sites.) How come the weight is the same but the Vanquish is £250 more expensive?
Attitude to Shopping: Quality Seeker - I'd rather spend a little extra on something if I know its going to last
asked 9 months ago
by
Anonymous
 - Portsmouth
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
1 answer
Answers
answer 1
The Carrera TDF actually weighs 11.7kg and the Carrera Vanquish features better components.
Staff Answer
answered 6 months ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
Are the Carrera Vanquish wheels/hubs compatable with disc brakes? Potentially going to buy this bike and may consider converting to disc brakes.
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: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
asked 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
isotonic
 - North Down
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
1 answer
Answers
answer 1
Unfortunately, this bike is not compatible with disc brakes - there are no mounts on the frame/forks for the calipers, and the hubs are not disc ready either.
Staff Answer
answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
Can brake levers be added to the flat bar of this bike?
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: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
asked 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
isotonic
 - North Down
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
1 answer
Answers
answer 1
It is possible to fit 'crosstop' style levers to this bike, yes.
Staff Answer
answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
Question
Just bought this bike. How do you raise the handlebars on this bike?
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: Running / Athletics
How many bikes: 1
asked 4 months ago
by
isotonic
 - North Down
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
1 answer
Answers
answer 1
The handlebars are an 'ahead' design, and depending where the spacers are placed, the handlebars may already be as high as they will go (this is how they are set at the factory). Your local store will be able to advise if it's possible to fit a stem raiser to give you more adjustment.
Staff Answer
answered 4 months ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
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Is this bike suitable for a big adult
Would it suit a Rugby player 19 st + recovering from injury?
asked 5 months, 2 weeks ago
by
rugger1
on Carrera Vanquish Road Bike 2011/2012 - Large 54cm
1 answer
Answers
answer 1
All Halfords bikes are tested to a rider weight of 120kg so it should be suitable so long as it was only used for road riding.
Staff Answer
answered 5 months, 1 week ago
by
HalfordsWebTeam
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