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Thanks Matt - apologies about the link.

Many thanks for all your replies, which have really helped dial me in. Does anybody have any experience with H&B Exclusive in Holland? They offer a good selection of used and refurbished bikes with Free Delivery and Warranty, and, being from a nation with many tall people, they have a wide selection of XL/XXL sizes (I think I'm the latter). Link to the Store: https://ebay.us/m/96dezF There is a nice Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro 800 Allroad available - shame it is only an XL - https://ebay.us/m/9JXkR3

Great point - thanks!

Thanks, Peter, that's useful, as I'm reasonably good with the spanners!

Thanks Andy - much appreciated.

Thanks Matt - much appreciated.

Hi all, New here and hoping for a bit of guidance before I spend any money. My main aim is to take the sting out of the hills and let me ride a bit further/more regularly to help keep the weight down. I've read several similar threads, but none quite hit the 'big bloke' button. About me 6'4", about 118 kg. Fairly fit (veteran) for age, but not as much as I’d like. One hip done, the other a bit grumbly at times. Riding Mostly Wiltshire lanes. Some gravel tracks/byways. Occasional trips onto Salisbury Plain. What I think I need (happy to be corrected!) Bosch CX motor or similar. Decent battery, maybe 625 Wh. Something like a hybrid/trekking bike rather than a full MTB. XL frame (I’m tall…). Rack/guards would be useful. Budget is around £2k, and I’d look at a good used bike if that’s a better route. Bikes I’ve seen mentioned Cube, Trek, Haibike, KTM, etc., but I’m open to anything sensible. Questions Am I right to focus on the Bosch CX for hills/weight? Is 625 Wh enough in the real world? Are there any other good options for big riders? Is it better to buy new at this price, or go used and get more bike? Any/all advice appreciated, and if anyone has something suitable for sale, feel free to shout. Cheers and thanks for reading.