Triathlon - Habanero - Question

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ds97a
11-27-07, 09:24 PM
So, I blew my wad on a Serotta CDA for my training/road bike and am now looking to build a tri-bike, (for a bit less $). My LBS showed me Habanero Cycles (http://www.habcycles.com),

I am attracted to them for two reasons, first, price is reasonable for Ti, second, I am 6'6" and they make a 64cm frame stock (with a return policy!)

I am interested if anyone has any experience with them or any other suggestions.

Thanks in advance!
Dan

jimblairo
11-27-07, 11:28 PM
A 64cm frame made from 3AL/2.5V would not be very stiff.
ds97a
11-28-07, 06:51 AM
A 64cm frame made from 3AL/2.5V would not be very stiff.

That's an interesting point! Hadn't thought of that. Thanks.

bvfrompc
11-28-07, 06:17 PM
Habanero Cycles (http://www.habcycles.com),


Why would they make the 62 and the 64 with the same length top tube, do torsos stop growing after a certain length?
Dwayne1
11-28-07, 06:51 PM
I thought Habanero was a pepper...:)
I kill me! LMAO! :)
Dwayne
jimblairo
11-28-07, 11:09 PM
Have you looked at Cervelo. With a 75 degree st you get a 604 tt on a 61 frame.
ds97a
11-29-07, 06:22 AM
Have you looked at Cervelo. With a 75 degree st you get a 604 tt on a 61 frame.

I have not but, it would certainly make the desire to test ride before I purchase a LOT easier! My Serotta has a 72.5 degree with a 63 cm ST and 59.6 TT. It might make it.

Thanks
Triguy
11-29-07, 06:57 PM
You'll want a shorter top tbe on your tri bike.

A 60cm Felt should also be close to fitting. Find a tri bie store with a lot of stock and get on a few big bikes.
ds97a
11-29-07, 07:15 PM
You'll want a shorter top tbe on your tri bike.

A 60cm Felt should also be close to fitting. Find a tri bie store with a lot of stock and get on a few big bikes.

I have always been a fan of Felt but, always considered them to small (just by the numbers.) I will be interested in trying a few on. I know there are several shops in NYC but, I think that FitWerx or the like in Vermont would be my choice for trying them out.

Thanks
sigg.switz
11-29-07, 08:49 PM
I really don't think those Habaneros are that great of a deal - depending on the build - $2400? Is that right? Well a Cervelo P2C is going to run you $2500 and I think that is the 07 price, the 08 price is 2000 I think.
A Felt B12 is going to cost you $2700 - These two bikes while only a couple hundred more are really much better frames with equal or superior components. Beware of what your LBS is trying to sell you....