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 2009-09-08 1:51 PM |
Member  49 |  Subject: What bike???I need some input on what bike to get. Im going to be doing triathlons and I like to ride by myself and not in groups. I want to spend between 1k-2k. 2k being my limit and then I can upgrade from there. My questions are-do I buy new or used, do I buy a tri bike or a road bike with some clip on aeros and what the hell company do I go with. Within 10 miles of my house theres three bike shops wich sell Trek, Giant, garry fisher, felt, quintana roo, specialized ect. Any opinions and input would be greatly appreciated. Im looking to get it next week. Thanks to all in advance. |
| 2009-09-08 4:14 PM in reply to: #2395006 |
Member 39 | Subject: RE: What bike??? I am just getting into TRIs as well and I just bought a Cervelo P1 http://www.cervelo.com/bikes.aspx?bike=P12009 it may not be a carbon frame but it is one h3ll of a bike!! I LOVE IT!!! its got decent components as well for a brand new bike at $1700 just google the reviews for it and you will see what I mean. its totally sweet!! |
| 2009-09-08 4:17 PM in reply to: #2395006 |
Champion 7136    Knoxville area | Subject: RE: What bike??? BAD@SSFord - 2009-09-08 2:51 PM I need some input on what bike to get. Im going to be doing triathlons and I like to ride by myself and not in groups. I want to spend between 1k-2k. 2k being my limit and then I can upgrade from there. My questions are-do I buy new or used, do I buy a tri bike or a road bike with some clip on aeros and what the hell company do I go with. Within 10 miles of my house theres three bike shops wich sell Trek, Giant, garry fisher, felt, quintana roo, specialized ect. Any opinions and input would be greatly appreciated. Im looking to get it next week. Thanks to all in advance. Question1 - There's something to be said about having a NEW bike. However, you can probably find a lot more bike for the money if you don't mind it being a season or so old. Q2 - If you plan to be riding by yourself and not in groups, and do triathlons primarily, I'd buy a tri bike. Q3 - whichever bike/brand fits you the best, after that, whichever one you like the best. There's no "magic bike" that's leaps and bounds better than another. |
| 2009-09-08 5:08 PM in reply to: #2395006 |
Member 49 | Subject: RE: What bike??? Thanks guys. Ive test road a couple felt's and a trek. A guy on here has a cervelo for a good price just gotta see what shipping will be. |
| 2009-09-10 3:35 AM in reply to: #2395006 |
Pro 5892 , New Hampshire | Subject: RE: What bike??? This might be the best advise ever published on BT, so I'll steal this with pride from Gritty: Copied from Gritty: "Rule number 1: Take bike recommendations from others with a grain of salt. Different body types, riding goals, types of racing and expereince will make a big difference as to what is right for you. BTW - My current ride is a Felt B2. I love it and have no idea if it would be good for you. Rule number 2: Buy the bike shop; not the bike. That is, find yourself a bike shop who understands a triathlete's needs. You will be couting on them for everything: fitting, maintence, additional equipment, group riding. Lots more than just the sale of a bike. Rule number 3: Fit is the most important aspect of a bike. Get fitted by someone experienced in fitting bikes as part of the buying process. You mentioned road bike. Are you looking to race triathlon? Its fine to use a road bike if you are. Just wondering. Rule number 4: Stepping up in price isn't always the best solution." Since you're fortunate enough to have a bunch of shops in your immediate area, read advise #2. Visit them and ask a bunch of questions. The ones that make you feel important and are willing to spend time with you and your questions is the probably the shop that should get your business. Edited by audiojan 2009-09-10 3:35 AM |
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