Cycling News — CONTEND AR

FRIDAY, JULY 30, 2021 BikeRadar posted a review of the Contend AR, giving the versatile aluminum road bike high marks for its “great looks, lovely all-round ride and long-distance comfort.” Editors gave it a near-perfect 4-star rating. Tester Simon Withers rode the Contend AR 3 model and was immediately struck by its color and graphics. “Of all the bikes I had on test, the Contend AR was one that really turned heads on its arrival,” he wrote. “People were wowed by its ‘garnet’ paintjob, which stands out in comparison against the blander-looking, largely monochromatic bikes it’s up against.” The Contend AR’s ride quality stood out as...