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Looking for a Used Tri Bike - What to look for?
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 2017-09-25 11:43 AM |
 5 , Connecticut |  Subject: Looking for a Used Tri Bike - What to look for?Hi Everyone. I have been searching around looking for a used Triathlon Bike (Upgrading from a entry level specialized allez e5 sport). I'm new to the sport as I just finished my second season of Tri's and did my first Olympic this year. I did find one online, but not sure if this is such a improvement from where I am with my original bike, and is buying a 2014 bike like buying a computer that's 3 years old and probably already out of date? Here are the specs. Any feedback would be appreciated. Felt B12 aero TT 56cm frame, UHC performance MMC carbon fiber w/ 3kP weave Dura Ace crankset 53/36 Dura Ace front & rear derailleurs Dura Ace bottom bracket Dura Ace chain Vision Metron aero bar shifters Felt Bayonette handlebar/cockpit Aero placed TRP rear brake (tucked behind the bottom bracket) ISM Adamo Prologue saddle Arundel Carbon cage frame bottle Look Keo pedals Felt TTR3 wheelset Continental Ultra Race tires Ultegra 12/25 10 speed cassette |
| 2017-09-25 1:27 PM in reply to: wsljlw |
Member 259  Oviedo, Florida | Subject: RE: Looking for a Used Tri Bike - What to look for? I guess it would depend on what you have on your current road bike and what you are willing to pay for the Felt. But mostly it's going to come down to FIT! I went from an entry level 2011 road bike that I rode and raced for 5 years. Last year I bought a used B2. The previous owner did do some upgrades and it's kinda matches what you have on the B12. I can say this. It was a HUGE difference for me. I was professionally fit on both bikes. But going from a road bike with clip on bars, to the carbon B2 was like night and day for me. The really big payoff for me was the run off the bike. I just felt so much more comfortable running when I got off the B2. My 2 cents. YMMV -- Dave |
| 2017-09-25 1:49 PM in reply to: wsljlw |
Champion 7553   Albuquerque, New Mexico | Subject: RE: Looking for a Used Tri Bike - What to look for? That is a well spec'd bike, but fit and fitness matter more than components. Most of us couldn't tell the difference in performance between Shimano DuraAce and 105 (or even Tiagra/Sora) components. The saddle might or might not work for you. If you have an aero helmet, can maintain aero form, and are already optimized for power-to-weight (i.e. not carrying an extra 5#), the aero brake calipers and carbon bottle cage will make a difference. If it's a good fit and you feel good riding it (and will therefore ride it lots), it's now a question of life priorities. I suspect it's still a very expensive bike and only you can decide if it's "worth it" or not. |
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