Subject: Road Bike or Tri Bike Ok, Now Im really confused. I appreciate the letters on my last post regarding Felt or Cervelo bikes. I just returned from my LBS more confused than ever. After questioning me about my plans to use the bike, The LBS guy said that I might want to consider a road bike with Aero bars because it will be a more comfortable ride for what I will be doing most. My area has some very nice roads up in the foothills and I will be doing the majority of my riding there with a few tri's mixed in.
While I was there I rode the Felt 25 and the Specialized allez comp. Both are about $1600. The Felt was very rough. I felt every bump on the asphalt. The specialized on the other hand was a dream to ride. It was soooo smooth. I couldnt believe it was a road bike. It had some Zert things in the seat post, forks and seat stays that he said help smooth out the ride. I must say it was a HUUUUGE difference. What do you all think about getting a road bike and setting it up for tri's? Thanks again, Mike.....Hopefully someday I can make a decision. |