Kinesis 4S Disc review

We've tested Kinesis UK's year-round do-it-all workhorse

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Cycling Weekly Verdict

Good all-rounder or second bike with a lot of versatility and a lively ride

Reasons to buy
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    Quality frame and component package

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    Versatile frame with lots of clearance

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    Nicely finished

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Reasons to avoid
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    Tyres are a bit stiff

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    Some rattle from the internal cables

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Kinesis UK has been around for almost 20 years. During that time, it’s built up a reputation for designing quality alloy frames which have become favourites as winter bikes and for cyclocross. It’s more recently included titanium frames in its range and has developed more race-oriented frames like the Aithein.

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