Ryan Gibbons is a recently retired professional cyclist, turned cycling coach, from Joburg. He is known for representing South Africa at the Olympics, being the South African Road Champion in 2020 and 2024, the African Continental Champion in 2021, and signing for World Tour teams where he raced in the likes of the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France. But most importantly, he is known as one of the nicest guys you’ll meet in the peloton.
With all his experience on two wheels, having competed on some of the most advanced bikes the industry has to offer, Ryan is more than qualified to share with you his top 3 bike picks.
1. An Uncompromising Gravel Bike
The Giant Revolt Advanced 1 is a carbon gravel bike that looks as good as it rides.
The lightweight composite frame has integrated storage in the down tube with internal cable routing to keep you aero and looking clean.
While it comes from the shop on a pair of Giant P-X2 Disc alloy wheels and 700x45c Giant Crosscut Grip tubeless tyres, the advanced-grade composite fork has a massive max tyre clearance of 53mm.
It has an SRAM Apex XPLR 1×12 groupset, with a 40t crankset and an 11x44t cassette and hydraulic disc brakes, ideal for cyclists who love the simplicity of a 1x without compromising on range.
Upfront, the Giant Revolt Advanced 1 would set you back R69,999.99 from Cycle Lab, but if you check out using Float, you can purchase it today and be grinding gravel this weekend for only R17,499.99 per month over 4 months, interest-free.
2. The High-Performance Road Bike
The Orbea Orca M10i, a replica of the Lotto-Dstny pro team bike, is fast enough to even take Ryan on the hills of France.
With its OMX carbon frame weighing in at an eye-wateringly light 6.7kg, you’ll fly up the climbs. It features a carbon integrated handlebar, a carbon FSA crankset with powermeter, and the pinnacle of Shimano’s Road technology, the Dura-Ace Di2 R9250 for fast, smooth, unbeatable wireless shifting.
There was no compromise on any component in this build. The Orbea Orca M10i comes with Oquo Road Performance RP45LTD rims and tubeless-ready 28c Vittoria Corsa Pro G2.0 tyres, but the aerodynamic carbon fork can take up to 32mm tyres if you prefer.
If you are racing the elites, Orbea Orca M10i retails from R239,999.99, but we’ve seen it on sale for as low as R184,999.99 – a massive R55,000 or 23% discount.
That means, with Float, you could easily steal a KOM on your next group ride or have a chance of keeping up with Ryan in the most cash-flow-friendly way possible by splitting your payments, interest-free, at R46,250.99 per month for 4 months.
3. The Affordable All-Rounder
The Silverback SE:Series CF 11: a smooth, slick, and sexy carbon bike suitable for absolutely anyone.
It comes with a dropper seatpost for easy mounting/dismounting and to give you more control on steep or technical descents. And the 1x SRAM Apex groupset sports a 38t chainring and an 11x42t, 11-speed cassette.
It has mechanical disc brakes, a lightweight full-carbon frame with internal cable routing, and Vee Rubber 700C x 40C wire-bead tyres on some SURFACE Alloy Symmetrical Rims.
Whether you’re lining up for a race, joining a local group ride, or riding down to the beach on holiday to meet some friends, the Silverback SE:Series CF 11 can do it all.
Usually, you’d set yourself back R40,999.99 for this bike, but with Float, you can split the payment up over 4 months, interest-free, at just R10,249.75 per month.
Pay Like a Pro, Ride Like a Pro
Ryan’s a pro for a reason. With years of experience riding and racing some of the best bikes in the world, his picks are built on performance, reliability, and real-world riding.
Cycling is an incredible sport, but it’s no secret that it comes with a hefty price tag. From carbon frames to premium components, quality bikes are a serious investment. That’s where Float makes things easier.
With interest-free instalments and no order size cap, all you need is what’s available credit on your card. Up to 24 months to pay. No interest. No fees. No sign up. Just smarter cashflow.
Pay with Float and get the bike you really want upfront, without the financial pressure. Less waiting, more riding, and more time doing what you love.