Not a racer (I know) but own a November. Wrapping up my 2nd season on it, and VERY happy with the bike and with the price-performance. They are a breeze to work with when you need help with something, and if not DC-area, there's email and overnight shipment. Their business model limits opportunities for instant-gratification, but for the price, I can plan ahead. They sell some nice-looking wheel sets, including a powertap hub option. Spend balance you'd have spent on a new bike instead on winter training program, coaching, whatever.