Jeff Enck
09-12-03, 07:39 PM
I am considering purchasing one of these bikes, would appreciate input on either of these. The Buenos Aires rides a little better, the Giro is a little lighter. Thanks in advance.
Jeff
Jeff
Road Cycling - LeMond Buenos Aires or Bianchi Giro
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Diesel
09-12-03, 11:00 PM
Well Lemond is built in the U.S. and the Bianchi for North America are built in Taiwan. I have lemonds in my stable and love them. I have friends who have Bianchis and they are nice bikes. If you get a Bianchi be sure to get the version built in Italy (the real deal).
late
09-13-03, 08:31 AM
Hi,
when you say it rides better; could you tell us a bit more what you mean by that? Based on just that much; it seems that you are saying the BA fits better....if so, that's your bike.
when you say it rides better; could you tell us a bit more what you mean by that? Based on just that much; it seems that you are saying the BA fits better....if so, that's your bike.
Jeff Enck
09-13-03, 07:30 PM
Late,
I don't think it fits any better, its just seems like you don't feel evey pebble in the road. It is hard to compare bikes on a short "demo" ride. Different roads, quickie bike set up, tire pressures, etc. LBS that sells LeMond has just put his remaining stock on sale at 20% off so i think I will go with LM. Thanks.
Jeff
I don't think it fits any better, its just seems like you don't feel evey pebble in the road. It is hard to compare bikes on a short "demo" ride. Different roads, quickie bike set up, tire pressures, etc. LBS that sells LeMond has just put his remaining stock on sale at 20% off so i think I will go with LM. Thanks.
Jeff
late
09-13-03, 09:08 PM
Hey!
You're in Yarmouth! I am in Falmouth. Hope to see you around. Ever try the Iced Mocha shake at Mr Bagel in Yarmouth? I love that place.
You're in Yarmouth! I am in Falmouth. Hope to see you around. Ever try the Iced Mocha shake at Mr Bagel in Yarmouth? I love that place.
Jeff Enck
09-14-03, 05:32 PM
Late,
Yes I have been to mister bagel, my daughter used to work there. Just bought the Lemond BA and went for my first ride, it isa great bike!!!!
Jeff
Yes I have been to mister bagel, my daughter used to work there. Just bought the Lemond BA and went for my first ride, it isa great bike!!!!
Jeff
late
09-15-03, 10:27 AM
Cool,
here's one of my favorite rides. From Mr Bagel, turn right up the hill. At the stop sign turn right. Go through Cumberlan, and take a left onto Blackstrap Rd. Follow that to Mountain Rd. There are a couple ways back to Yarmouth from there, the back way, Rte 1 (I like that stretch of Rte 1) and of course 88. I start in Falmouth, of course, and stop at Mr bagel :D for that iced coffee that's really a shake. I then head North to Cumberland. The Lighthouse Loop is another good one, wonderful in the spring, and the best for going fast.
here's one of my favorite rides. From Mr Bagel, turn right up the hill. At the stop sign turn right. Go through Cumberlan, and take a left onto Blackstrap Rd. Follow that to Mountain Rd. There are a couple ways back to Yarmouth from there, the back way, Rte 1 (I like that stretch of Rte 1) and of course 88. I start in Falmouth, of course, and stop at Mr bagel :D for that iced coffee that's really a shake. I then head North to Cumberland. The Lighthouse Loop is another good one, wonderful in the spring, and the best for going fast.
~LongRider~
09-15-03, 01:08 PM
I have a Bianchi Vigorelli. It isnt Italian made,,,,,,,,, so I guess it's not a real Bianchi. ???????????????????????? anyway,,,,, I rode an aluminum framed Trek prior to it, for several hundred miles. My Bianchi feels like a dream compared to aluminum. I think it is a matter of preference between Bianchi and Lemond. Both are great. Both ride great. Get the bike that fits the best, with the most componentry for the money. You cant go wrong either way.