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SMYLGR8

2008-10-16 2:53 PM

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Subject: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

I have the opportunity to purchase either a P2C Ultegra or a Ordu with mostly DuraAce components. Now I know the Ordu is the more valuable bike. I've tried to research the differences in them in terms of geometry and it seems the Cervelo is better for nose leaners and the ordu for rear leaners but I thought I would ask the experts.

Which bike and why? Thanks a bunch guys.

JohnnyKay

2008-10-16 3:14 PM

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Media, PA

Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

The P2C is more aero and better if you like to ride 'steep'.

The Ordu looks good and better if you like to ride 'slack'.

They fit quite differently and you are much more likely to prefer one to the other based upon that.

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IronBrew78

2008-10-16 3:41 PM

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Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

I just bought a P2C and love it! Ride 'em both and get the one that is most comfortable.

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djluscher

2008-10-16 7:25 PM

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Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

JohnnyKay - 2008-10-16 2:14 PM

The P2C is more aero and better if you like to ride 'steep'.

The Ordu looks good and better if you like to ride 'slack'.

They fit quite differently and you are much more likely to prefer one to the other based upon that.

x2
try them both. i got the ordu; BTW i think it is more sexy.

sydneypitt

2008-10-16 10:05 PM

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Planet earth

Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

I just got an ORDU, and my best friend just got a P2C. We both love our bikes....but mine is sexier!

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cxk9758

2008-10-17 8:21 AM

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Master

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Nashville, TN

Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

I agree with the above mentioned comments to try to ride both at teh LBS but I do love my p2c

GomesBolt

2008-10-17 2:29 PM

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Austin, Texas or Jupiter, Florida

Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

I got a P2C, Ordu was nice, but felt a little plastic to me. P2C is FAST. I went from a Bianchi, averaging 17-19mph to the P2C averaging 21-24 mph on the same routes.

Then again, the owner of my normal LBS swears by Orbea...

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ipull400watts

2008-10-17 9:14 PM

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Brookings South Dakota

Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

I'd go for the Orbea just because I'm sick of seeing Cervelos around everywhere. the Ordu is much nicer looking.

SMYLGR8

2008-10-20 8:41 AM

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Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

Thanks guys. I went with the Orbea. I don't really care about looks or exclusivity but the Ordu had better components, bars and wheels and I think it will suit my riding style a little better. We'll see.

NavyTRIChief

2008-10-20 9:19 AM

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A Husker stuck in VA

Subject: RE: NEED ADVICE. P2C VS. ORDU???????

Odd, I see ads in the magazines that list the P3C with DA at a lower price than an Ordu with Ultegra. I spec'd an Ordu Ultegra with HED3c's at $5969.51 (with tax). I found P3C's (DA) in magazines for around $3500. I realize the HED3's add a chunk of change (1590 to be exact) but seems that the Ordu is still much pricier.
I want the Ordu, but it seems the P3 is a better deal. Mind you, none of this includes fit as a factor. When the time comes that will be my main focus.

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Gaarryy

2008-10-20 11:26 AM

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