Hey /n/ Britanon reporting, I am eyeing up a boardman as my first roadie for getting from a to b and some recreational summer riding, what do you think? Other option was the B'twin Triban 500 which is about £50 cheaper. Since I'll also want clipless pedals and shoes (I've already got helmet, pump and lights) hopefully I will stay under £500.
I intend to get Halfrauds to upgrade the tyres to schwalbe marathons on picking up as I utterly loathe punctures.
http://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/road-bikes/boardman-road-sport-bike-51-5-53-55-5-57-5cm-frames 