You posted elsewherewise that this isn't happening any more. So as not to take that thread OT, would you like to elucidate?
Yep, it seems that the supply chain between Cannondale and Evans is the wrong shape for Hooligans to get through. I requested my Ride2Work voucher once I'd been told by Evans that a consignment of Hooligans was expected on these shores in a matter of days. I was not able to place a firm order for one at that stage, I was told, but could order one once they had landed. When I followed this up with Evans I was then told that there was only one Hooligan after all, and that one had been ordered by someone else. They didn't know whether or, if so, when the next ones might be available but suggested i shouldcheck the stock status on the website. The next time I checked the website, it said "this product is no longer available".
harrumph
I may give it one more try - I had a chat with one of the staff in the new Mortimer Street branch the other day who knew the Hooligan and said it was a brilliant bike, and it's just possible that his enthusiasm could be put to good use.
If anyone reading this knows whether Evans have ever been persuaded to source bikes from odd places, do let me know. I'm now lumbered with monthly deductions from my pay but struggling to find an alternative bike to spend my voucher. Almost all the bikes I've looked at lately are just a bit too close in functionality to what I've already got, unless I pursue the folder option.
My daughter confirmed to me last night that if I get a folder I will have to find somewhere else to live.
