I thought that the VN bikes were Dutch? I guess they're made in the east like most other bikes these days. If money wasn't so tight then I'd be tempted by the enigma's but the cheapest they come in at complete is £2010 - which is just a bit too much for me.
Canyon's look nice to me - but don't they use unique parts or have weird headset/bb sizes? Seem to remember reading that.
I bought one of these new in late 2009 and have covered some 3 - 4000 miles on it. My cycling experience is fairly limited and I've not got much to compare it with but it feels quick and it's also comfortable for hours in the saddle. My longest ride to date is 100 miles with no discomfort whatsover. The bikes designed pretty much for the use you're looking at.
As for riding in various conditions I use the bike all year round including rain, snow and very muddy country lanes.
bloody bargain. It's over my budget, but it's very pretty. I used to hate these frames but have grown to like them over time- look lovely in the flesh.
@dan
I thought that the VN bikes were Dutch? I guess they're made in the east like most other bikes these days. If money wasn't so tight then I'd be tempted by the enigma's but the cheapest they come in at complete is £2010 - which is just a bit too much for me.
Canyon's look nice to me - but don't they use unique parts or have weird headset/bb sizes? Seem to remember reading that.
bloody bargain. It's over my budget, but it's very pretty. I used to hate these frames but have grown to like them over time- look lovely in the flesh.