Again a few hundred quid short of the £2000 budget, the Scott Contessa Solace 25 Womens 2015 brings a lot of bang-per-buck to the table. The finishing set includes a female-friendly carbon seatpost to go with the rest of the women’s specific frame which is also carbon.

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Shimano 105 componentry, Schwalbe Durano tyres and a Syncros Women Road Endurance saddle make it clear that this bike is for those of you looking to take on extended periods in the saddle with a bicycle that remains nimble.