Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32

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2009-08-21 2:53 PM

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Subject: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
I'm having a hard time deciding on a tri bike. I am looking at the Trek Equinox 7 $1869, Specialized Transition E5 Comp $1450 and the Felt S32 $1400. I don't want to spend more than $1800 but I like all three. Any suggetions? Anyone have one of these bikes and willing to offer some feedback?

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2009-08-21 3:25 PM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32

I just got my Trek Equinox 7 (WSD) a few months ago and I love it!  I got a great deal on the 2008 model.  My speed definitely showed improvement over my road bike with aerobars by about 1-2 mph and my previous best race pace had been about 18 mph and I averaged about 20 mph in my first race with it.  I've had people with Cervelo's commenting on how hot it looks!!  Can't comment on the others, but I do love my Trek.

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2009-08-21 4:44 PM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
Have an 06 S32... love it. It's not a P3C Cervelo, but it's more bike than my meager 20-21mph is worthy of.

Personally, for a lower end tri bike, I'd go with the cheaper Felt (again) and buy a used set of race wheels / aero helmet.

Components are going to be comparable, geometry is similar, and all are aluminum.

...that said...

FIT is the most important thing between the three bikes you mentioned (since they are similar otherwise) second is which one you like the most.
2009-08-22 1:39 AM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
Wait till the 2010 Trek bikes debut!
2009-08-22 2:25 AM
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meblack - 2009-08-22 1:39 AM Wait till the 2010 Trek bikes debut!


They have been out...

2009-08-22 6:05 AM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
Consider Cervélo's P1, MSRP of $1,750.
2009-08-22 3:30 PM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
I have an s-works transition E5. It is a very aggressive geometry, make sure you take it out for a ride. Personally I like it, very comfortable, can't tell the difference between this and any of my carbon bikes. That's also a good price.

2009-08-22 9:11 PM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
I'm curious as to why you aren't considering the Cervelo P1.  It's a great bike at a great price.  Mostly Ultegra components.

If you haven't looked at one, I recommend that you include that in your list.

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2009-08-23 3:09 PM
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Subject: RE: Trek Equinox 7 vs Specialized Transition E5 Comp vs Felt S32
rjp7204 - 2009-08-22 9:11 PM I'm curious as to why you aren't considering the Cervelo P1.  It's a great bike at a great price.  Mostly Ultegra components.

If you haven't looked at one, I recommend that you include that in your list.

Ray



I guess it's because none of the local dealers carry Cervelo or they do not have much on the floor to look at. Thanks for the suggestion, I will check one out on line.

Jack
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