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LAST UPDATED 4 MARCH 2019 <\/em><\/p>\n

Having already come clean on why we love Whyte bikes in general, it seems fitting that we should pay tribute to Whyte women\u2019s bikes too. Also check out helmets at a bike shop near me <\/a> . Aside from Whyte, we stock a huge range of hybrid bikes for women <\/a> .<\/p>\n

See our latest and best womens bikes <\/a><\/p>\n

Browse latest whyte bikes & whyte hybrid bike<\/p>\n

The Whyte Difference: Part 1<\/h2>\n

Whyte women’s bikes, much like the men’s bike range, take a unique approach to bike design, whichever style of bicycle they make.<\/p>\n

Whyte Strawberry Hill 2019 Women’s Classic Hybrid Bike [no longer available]<\/h3>\n

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For instance, the Whyte Strawberry Hill – their only traditional ladies bike \u2013 stands out as one of the best-executed examples of a modern, lightweight bike with classic looks.<\/p>\n

Whyte ‘All Terrain’ Bikes<\/h2>\n

Then there are the Whyte ‘All Terrain’ Bikes such as the Caledonian and the Ridgeway:<\/p>\n

Whyte Ridgeway 2019 Women’s Hybrid Bike – \u00a3599<\/h3>\n

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The Whyte Ridgeway is a great all-purpose bike for commuting or pleasure and ideal if you cycle on both roads and trails.<\/p>\n

Whyte Caledonian 2019 Women’s Hybrid Bike – \u00a3850<\/h3>\n

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Perfect for commuting, fitness and light off road cycling.<\/p>\n

Great all-rounders, Whyte ‘All Terrrain’ Bikes are equally fit for the tarmac and unpaved towpaths.<\/p>\n

The Whyte difference is that instead of a traditional open frame or a modern women’s-specific diamond frame, Whyte have opted for a partially dropped <\/strong> top tube. This way you get a stiffer, more efficient and hence easier-to-ride bike than one with a ‘ladies’ step-through frame. Plus, unlike many ladies’ frames there’s enough room to fit a bottle and cage. Simultaneously, the Ridgeway has more step-over clearance than any diamond-framed women’s bike.<\/p>\n

Compact Mountain Bikes and Road Bikes<\/h2>\n

Whether it\u2019s a Whyte mountain bike like the 806, or a flatbar road bike like the Carnaby or a drop bar road bike like the Devon, Whyte don\u2019t even refer to these models as \u2018women\u2019s bikes\u2019. They call them \u2018Compact\u2019.<\/p>\n

Whyte 806 Compact 2019 Mountain Bike – \u00a3999<\/h3>\n

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“Whyte’s 806 <\/em><\/strong> is one example of Whyte hardtail mountain bikes and is a compact bike for a compact rider looking for a serious machine! The 806 not only has all the benefits of the 800 series frame geometry but also comes equipped with a 1×10 Shimano drivetrain and tubeless ready wheels – that makes this compact bike excellent value for money and a big performer!” – Isaac from our\u00a0 Canonmills <\/a> , Edinburgh shop.<\/p>\n

Whyte Devon Compact 2020 Road Bike – \u00a3999<\/h3>\n

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“The Whyte Devon <\/em><\/strong> is an EBC favourite and\u00a0hugely\u00a0popular with our female customers. This ladies\u00a0specific gravel\/adventure bike excels over all terrain – on the road, on cobbles, or on unpaved bike paths. The Devon is designed to provide a\u00a0comfortable\u00a0and stable riding position and is equipped with top class components such as reliable Shimano gearing and hydro-mechanical disc brakes to ensure that you get the maximum enjoyment from your cycle.” – Isaac from our Canonmills, <\/a> Edinburgh shop.<\/p>\n

Whyte Carnaby Compact 2020 Hybrid Bike – \u00a3599<\/h3>\n

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Take the Whyte Carnaby. This is a fast flatbar road bike with a spec that’s the equal of the men’s Whyte Whitechapel\u00a0but with a more compact geometry. The top tube is shorter for an easier reach to the bars, and lower to maximise stepover clearance. This compact geometry offers a better fit for the majority <\/strong> of women.<\/p>\n

Whyte use the word \u2018majority\u2019 to emphasise the fact that the Carnaby\u2019s frame geometry is especially fitting for a woman with proportionally longer legs and a shorter torso than the average man.<\/p>\n

Now here\u2019s the rub. If you\u2019re a woman who doesn\u2019t comply to this archetype and you have a long back, Whyte suggest you\u2019ll probably be more comfortable on the non-compact Whitechapel. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Equally true, a shorter guy will often get on better with the shorter-reach Carnaby.<\/p>\n

This switchability of bikes between genders (not to mention their good taste) influenced Whyte to finish their compact bikes in \u2018adult\u2019 colours, rather than style them (like too many women\u2019s bikes) as though they were designed for little girls.<\/p>\n

The Whyte Difference 2<\/h2>\n

Two other features make us especially comfortable recommending Whyte women’s bikes: their obsession with frame geometry and their UK-proof design.<\/p>\n

Geometry<\/h3>\n

When someone rides a Whyte, the most frequent comment is that the bike feels really \u2018planted\u2019, as in stable and confidence building, yet also fast and quick steering when required. Creating this alchemy is down to geometry.<\/p>\n

\u2018When we talk about a bicycle’s geometry, we’re talking about the angles and measurements that determine where the rider is positioned between the wheels, and how the bike connects with the ground. More than the components or the frame material, a bike’s geometry defines the way it rides. It’s the key factor that sets Whyte apart from the competition.\u2019 <\/strong> – <\/em> Whyte Bikes<\/p>\n

UK-Proof Design AKA British Bikes for British Conditions<\/h3>\n

Every Whyte road bike (flat bar or drop bar) and all-terrain bike will take mudguards, so you needn\u2019t arrive at your destination smattered with road splash.<\/p>\n

Even their least expensive mountain bike, the Whyte 604 Compact comes with all-weather hydraulic disc brakes, as does every Whyte Carnaby-style flat bar road bike and every all-terrain bike from the Ridgeway up. Why?<\/p>\n