For the rider who's ready for more.
You might know it as the Perfect First Bike. Now the Hot Contender, it's grown into a bike for riders who have caught the cycling bug and are ready for more.
You've fallen in love with cycling. You're riding further, getting stronger, chasing new goals and finding more reasons to get out on your bike.
Now you want a bike that matches that feeling.
The Hot Contender is built for riders who want more from every ride. More confidence on the climbs, more speed on the flats, more comfort over longer distances and more reasons to take the long way home.
Whether you're building your fitness, joining bunch rides, discovering new roads or starting to push your own limits, the Hot Contender gives you the performance, quality and confidence to keep progressing.
Designed by Chloe Hosking, it's a bike that brings together thoughtful engineering, quality components and a rider-first approach to fit. No unnecessary compromises. No paying extra for a big name. Just a genuinely great road bike that's ready for wherever your cycling takes you.
What makes the Hot Contender different?
Lightweight aluminium frame with a carbon fork
Designed by Chloe Hosking, the lightweight aluminium frame delivers responsive handling, excellent durability and a lively feel on the road. Paired with a carbon fork to help absorb road vibration, it's built to keep you comfortable and confident, even when the kilometres start adding up.
SRAM Rival AXS electronic shifting
A bike at this level should feel special to ride, and the SRAM Rival AXS wireless electronic groupset delivers exactly that.
Enjoy fast, precise gear changes at the touch of a button, without the fuss of traditional mechanical shifting. Whether you're powering up a climb, accelerating out of a corner or finding your rhythm on a long ride, every gear change feels effortless.
Ready for more than just smooth roads
With 28mm aluminium wheels, internally routed cables and clearance for tyres up to 35mm, the Hot Contender is built for the variety of riding real cyclists love.
From fast bunch rides and weekend kilometres to quiet country roads and light gravel detours, it's a versatile road bike that doesn't need perfect conditions to deliver a great ride.
Performance that makes sense.
We believe you shouldn't have to spend a fortune to get a bike with the features that make a real difference to your riding.
The Hot Contender delivers:
- SRAM Rival AXS wireless electronic shifting for effortless, precise gear changes.
- A wide-range 2x12-speed groupset to give you the gearing for challenging climbs and fast, flat roads.
- A lightweight build of approximately 8–9.3kg, depending on frame size.
- A rider-first sizing and fit philosophy, designed to accommodate more riders rather than simply following industry averages.
- Versatility for real-world riding, with clearance for tyres up to 35mm.
It's the kind of specification you'd expect to find on a much more expensive bike, without the unnecessary price tag.
A bike you'll grow with.
At Hosking Bikes, we want more people to discover just how good cycling can feel.
We also know that when you find the right bike, something changes. You start riding more. You become more confident. You take on rides you might once have thought were beyond you.
The Hot Contender is built for that journey.
It's for the rider who's ready to invest in their cycling, wants quality they can feel every time they ride, and needs a bike that will keep delivering as their ambitions grow.
More riding. More confidence. More possibilities. That's the Hot Contender.
Let customers speak for us
Super clear and crisp, nice and light on and the fit is perfect - no slipping even when sweaty as! Love the colour and the lens are so clear!
Awesome sunnies! great on the roadie and MTB!
Lo e my new glasses. And I love supporting Chloe
I used these on a run this morning. They are very clear, good fit and at an excellent price point! Great sunglasses!
These glasses are amazing. They look great. Comfortable on long rides. Great value
I almost gave these glasses a "one star" review because they have a serious flaw!! That flaw, if you can call it that, is that they are too stylish & too comfortable. I've already bought 2 pairs - and they've both been, er, "rehomed." I now need to buy a third pair after my daughter claimed the last ones. My daughter doesn't even ride bikes! (She reckons they'll be perfect for running, though.) Hoping I can enjoy the next pair for slightly longer...
Easy to choose & order, great follow up & prompt delivery.
Love the glasses - stylish, comfortable & super affordable, too!
These sunglasses are super comfortable, fit perfectly and look great! They are very versatile and stay in position while running and riding. I am so impressed with the clarity in all conditions.
These glasses are what we all need. The price is very affordable, they are comfortable and above all, they look very, very cool.
Also, the Hosking customer service is incredible. Definitely recommend
I absolutely love her (my bike).
Chloe and Jack were so down-to-earth and made themselves available. They answered all my silly first-time cyclist questions and took the time to measure me to ensure the bike was the right fit for me. Having opportunity to have a bike fit was a privilege you don't get in a shop. Chloe was so encouraging and I love the way she promotes woman's sport - her morals and values are very much aligned to mine. The process was very seamless and supportive. Can't recommend Hosking bikes enough - particularly for a first timer like me.
Bike is great - light, agile and fast. The best part has been the service and support. Excellent to deal with.
Very happy with my Hosking sunnies. Very comfortable. Forget I'm wearing them and love the bright colour scheme.
Absolutely love these glasses - the quality is unreal and they look fantastic. Highly recommended
Awesome sunnies, great price! I can’t recommend these highly enough!
Sizing
Geometry
| 45 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 57 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 367 | 379 | 382 | 391 | |
| Stack | 510 | 523 | 545 | 561 | |
| Top Tube (effective) | 510 | 530 | 543 | 565 | |
| Seat Tube C-T | 441 | 473 | 502.5 | 535 | |
| Seat Tube C-C | 420 | 453 | 485 | ||
| Head Angle | 71 | 72.1 | 73 | 74 | |
| Seat Angle | 74.3 | 74.4 | 73.5 | 73.5 | |
| Head Tube | 97.5 | 107.5 | 127 | 140 | |
| Chainstay | 408 | 408 | 410 | 410 | |
| Wheelbase | 974 | 977 | 980 | 983 | |
| Front Centre | 577 | 579 | 580 | 595 | |
| Standover | 705 | 743 | 760 | 790 | |
| BB Drop | 72 | 70 | 70 | 70 | |
| Fork Length (A2C) | 373.5 | 373.5 | 373.5 | 373.5 | |
| Tire Width (max) | 32mm | 32mm | 32mm | 32mm | 32mm |
| Stem Length | 90mm | 90mm | 90mm | 100mm | 110mm |
| Crank Length | 170mm | 170mm | 170mm | 172.5mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 380mm | 380mm | 380mm | 400mm | 420mm |
World-class bikes, but affordable
HOSKING bikes are exceptionally priced because we are on a mission. After a remarkable 13-year career as a professional cyclist, our founder, Chloe, committed to a purpose: making world-class bikes accessible. Our dedication to this purpose is why we are able to offer top-quality bikes at prices our competitors won't match.
We believe in breaking down barriers and empowering cyclists to ride with professional-level equipment, without breaking the bank.
When you purchase a HOSKING you join us on our mission for accessible excellence in cycling.