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07-08-03, 11:41 AM
I’ve put about 50 miles on the bike this weekend. That’s my highest weekly mileage in about 6 months. Most of it (or so it seemed) was against the wind. At least that cooled the temp down. The bike rode just as I expected it would from my test ride. Nice, smooth feel, even on some roads that weren’t in the greatest shape. Although I busted my budget (doesn’t everyone?) I’m glad I sprung for the higher end ultegra component group. It shifts nice and smooth, and it is what I’m used to from riding my wife’s road bike.
Definitely noticed a big speed increase from my mountain bike. I started out doing some of my usual routes, but had to add on because my average speed had increased because of the bike. This was especially noticeable riding into the wind. I did 20 miles in the time it usually took me to do 15. Plus, it was an easier ride. I was definitely a lot more comfortable at the end of the ride compared to riding the 15 on my MB.
The bike is a little heavier than my wife’s AL bike. Maybe about 2 pounds. But it is still very light. Actually, it’s lighter than some of the other Al road bikes that I test rode. I doubt if I will notice extra weight. Plenty of other places for me to shave weight that will make my doctor happy.
I did swap out the seat with the one I have on my mountain bike after 1 1/2 rides. The stock Specialized body geometry seat just didn't fit my geometry.
Definitely noticed a big speed increase from my mountain bike. I started out doing some of my usual routes, but had to add on because my average speed had increased because of the bike. This was especially noticeable riding into the wind. I did 20 miles in the time it usually took me to do 15. Plus, it was an easier ride. I was definitely a lot more comfortable at the end of the ride compared to riding the 15 on my MB.
The bike is a little heavier than my wife’s AL bike. Maybe about 2 pounds. But it is still very light. Actually, it’s lighter than some of the other Al road bikes that I test rode. I doubt if I will notice extra weight. Plenty of other places for me to shave weight that will make my doctor happy.
I did swap out the seat with the one I have on my mountain bike after 1 1/2 rides. The stock Specialized body geometry seat just didn't fit my geometry.