Never thought that I would ask for a bike recommendation!
05-04-13, 10:04 PM
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Thanks for all the responses! I wish I could take my own advice. Problem is being 6'4" LBSs don't usually have many bikes to try. And it would be dumb luck if they had the model that I'm interested. Maybe they would order one in. Wondering about the Tiagra versus 105. I could get the higher model if I went with Tiagra. I'm used to Campy.
I know I don't need, and can't afford, top of the line. Moving down is still hard. Of course today's Tiagra/105 are probably better than my almost 30 year old Nuovo Record
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A lot to tink about!!
Bill
I know I don't need, and can't afford, top of the line. Moving down is still hard. Of course today's Tiagra/105 are probably better than my almost 30 year old Nuovo Record
!A lot to tink about!!
Bill
05-25-13, 10:48 AM
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Well after due consideration I went with the Domane 4.5. Surprised me. I was thinking about Tiagra vs Apex and ended up with Ultegra, well mostly. That's why I said to go in with a budget!! Oh well I never believe much of what I say anyway!
My last new road bike was in 1989, Cannondale 3.0, in 1989. There was a little bit of sticker shock!!
Now I can get ready for the MS ride in Sept!!
Bill
My last new road bike was in 1989, Cannondale 3.0, in 1989. There was a little bit of sticker shock!!
Now I can get ready for the MS ride in Sept!!
Bill
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05-25-13, 05:25 PM
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Definitely a slick looking bike. A quality purchase that should last another 20+ years.
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