Raleigh Detour 2 Review (For Men)

​Summary

​Detour 2 is one of the top performing comfort bikes available in the market today. The reason we like is, it’s moderately priced and quite popular among those daily bike riders. Their high quality material helps to stand out from other competitors and that’s why I have been using it on a daily basis since 1 month.

Raleigh Detour 2 Review – Our Unbiased Opinion

​Below, we are going to review raleigh detour 2 ​bike and see if it’s worth your money or not. Personally I have tested it & it’s hard to beat it’s ​functionality & amazing benefits.

Introduction to the Raleigh Detour 2 Bike

Looking for a bike that will give you comfort and confidence on two wheels? If so, the Raleigh Detour 2 is a perfect choice.

All Raleigh bicycles are designed with a primary goal of providing fun, and the Detour 2 is no different.

This is what inspired the idea of manufacturing the first bike in 1887. Since then, upgrades on features and build up quality have gradually improved and has culminated to the hybrid Detour 2 comfort bike, which has more comfort and efficiency than the average road bike.

Detour 2 comfort bike will keep reminding you of your first bike experience due to its comfort, balance, style and the freedom of exploring on two wheels.

Who is This Bike for?

Detour 2 bikes are made for the everyday cyclist who wants a comfortable bike ride for his or her recreational needs.  It features a little of anything any cyclist would want in a bike.

Whether you `re looking for a reason to smile or choose to enjoy a ride on the sunny path or cruise the beach,the detour 2 is the perfect solution.

Perfect for both beginners and professional riders, the Detour 2 is ideal for anyone looking for a quality hybrid bike.

Furthermore, the bike is cheap and affordable to anybody. This is especially considering its high-quality features.

Read here about the difference between hybrid and comfort bikes.

What’s Included?

The factory box contains the partially disabled complete bikes. Raleigh detour 2 comfort bike is about eighty-five percent assembled in its manufacture box. It will only require some components adjustment and installation of parts.

Features Overview

For the assembly it comes with tools, which include-

-> Hex wrenches and wrench -> Open end wrench-> User manual

The bike assembly takes nearly half to an hour depending on how much skill you have. You can take your bike to a bike shop for assembly if you are not good at it. 

Let`s explore the features that make the Detour 2 ideal for your cycling needs.

​Features of the Detour 2

Built Quality and Design

Raleigh Detour 2 Comfort Bike is made of a unique and modern design that gives the highest level of stability and comfort-ability. The bike has plenty of comfort grips, spring-loaded comfort saddle and no-slip peddles. The buildup quality on the Raleigh Detour 2 keeps you comfortable and relaxed in your rides. 

The fork and frame are designed from premium aluminum, making the entire Detour 2 edifice light and most importantly, robust and long-lasting. The robust framework provides for efficiency and optimization of the bike’s strength.

​Speed and Smooth Rolling

Featuring larger rims for added stability and narrower tires for improved efficiency, the Detour 2 makes the perfect bike for long-distance commuting and city riding.

Specifically, its cruiser tires, with a puncture-resistant casing are designed for stability, maximum acceleration of your bike across the different terrains.

The wide rims enable you to navigate through wet grounds easily, as the tires can give traction and stability.

Additionally, the bike has fender mounts, rack and full-size road bike wheels to adapt it for higher speed.

​Ergonomic Design and Comfort

If comfort is your concern, the Detour 2 bike is built to guarantees your pleasure in cycling.

For a start, the flat bar handle keeps you in an upright position with reduced strains on your hands. This makes it more efficient for long distances.

Another feature that gives the bike maximum comfort-ability is the Raleigh seats. The seats have an ergonomic design that gives them the highest comfort ability. The thick cushioning makes you enjoy riding the bike around.

The bike has a suspension fork meant for preventing the hiccups on potholes and bumping. They act as shock absorbers for you to have a smooth riding even on rough road

Different Sizes

Detour 2 bike has is widely versatile. The bike comes in four different sizes including small, medium, large and extra-large.

Buy the small size if you are 5’3” to 5’6”, medium size if you are 5’6” to 5’9”, large size if you are 5’9” to 6’ and extra-large size if you are 6’ to 6’4”.

The different sizes come with differently sized features such as stem length, head tube length, seat angle, wheelbase, and crank length.

However, this means that you can always get a perfect size detour 2 bikes that will fit you. More so, the bike is suitable to both men and women hence universal in its way.  

​Gear and Brake Performance

Detour 2 has a variety of gears designed for easy hill riding. The bicycle has three gears on the front and seven at the back that gives plenty of range to get you up and down even in hilly landscape.

The full Shimano seven speed shifters drivetrain allows you to click through the twenty-four gears without having to use your hands.

The ProMax alloy v-brakes, on the other hand, are convenient and built to effectively hold your speed and come to a stop as moment`s notice.

Price

The bike has a great and pocket-friendly price. It moderately priced, which is nothing compared to classic accessories, city-friendly geometry, lots of gears and snappy, smooth rides and all it has to offer.

Conclusion

Detour 2 is one of the best comfort bikes available in the market today. The reason we like is, it’s moderately priced and quite popular among those daily bike riders. Their high quality material helps to stand out from other competitors and that’s why I have been using it on a daily basis since 1 month.