Triathlon - Felt F80 or Felt F75

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GumballStyle

04-18-08, 02:53 PM

Still looking into which bike to get. I've called around most of New England and checking with various bike stores. I've found a Felt F80 with full 105 parts all around, 3 wheel crank set, and Alex wheels for $750. Also found a F75(a small step up) for $900 with 105 and Ultegra parts, 2 wheel crank set, and Shimano WH-R500 Aluminum wheels. I also found a Giant OCR Composite 3 for $800 w/ 105's. I could go any which way. I don't think the Giant is for me as I'm looking into serious riding and several triathlons. Any thoughts as to what you think would be the best? Should I go for the F75? Specs are below.

http://www.feltracing.com/06/06_bikes/f80/spec.html

http://www.feltracing.com/06/06_bikes/f75/spec.html

http://archive.giant-bicycles.com/us/030.000.000/030.000.006.asp?year=2006&model=11263

tombiowami

04-22-08, 08:27 PM

Of the Felts, def the F75 for that price. I have the F75 for the more retail price of 1300 and find it very worth it. I don't know anything about the Giant. I personally see no need for a 3 ring crank, so that is no plus. On bikesportmichigan.com there is a pretty extensive write up on the F75.

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