Cube, Whyte, Marin, Boardman - which hybrid is best?

Cube, Whyte, Marin, Boardman - which hybrid is best?

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Lemans Party

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157 months

Wednesday 20th July 2011
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HELP! So many manufacturers, so many opinions. I am wondering if any of the manufacturers mentioned have a worse or better reputation than the others?

I'm looking for a hybrid, mostly for road use.

I want flat bars and hydraulic discs.
I'd rather have no suspension than poor suspension.
I'd prefer QR hubs as I will want to take the bike in the car.

Budget £450 - £1000.

Does weight really matter with a hybrid?
I looked at the Boardman Performance Hybrid Pro which is very light, with a carbon fork, weighing in at 9.3kg. It is always at the back of my mind when I look at other bikes weighing 13kg+.

Really I'm looking for someone to tell me to make my bloody mind up, or tell me what to avoid....