It is only since this season that wholesaler Hartje has shown greater ambitions as a racing bike supplier with its Conway brand. The "QR-T800" has a cleanly finished frame, good equipment and convincing handling. The surface treatment is visually appealing, with matt grey and shiny polished tube sections creating an interesting contrast. The equipment is a proven mix of "Ultegra" groupset, solid Mavic wheels and a comfortable saddle from Fizik. The bike always remained predictable during the ride test. Noticeable suspension comfort on the saddle, which is not least due to the slim carbon seatpost from 3T, emphasises the good impression. The moderately sporty riding position allows a wide range of use from extended tours to races.
ConclusionNewcomer Conway surprises with an attractive frame, solid equipment and good riding characteristics.
Web: www.conway-bikes.de
*Weighed weights, complete bike without pedals; **Test frame size greased; ***Projected dimension from centre of bottom bracket to upper edge of head tube/seatpost/head tube rise at 75 cm seat height (centre of saddle frame - upper edge of headset cap)
