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10-04-08, 09:08 PM
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hey guys, i've been lurking for a few weeks trying to read as much as possible. i'm looking for a bike that i can commute on, do some road training on, and also some light trail riding once in a while. i figured that a cyclocross bike would be perfect for this. here is my question, i'm considering 3 different options at this point...
04 redline conquest disc R brand new
02 or 03 cannondale xr 800 - 105 shifters, 9 speed, 600 rear der., Mavic Speed City wheels
01 diamondback podium - disc brakes with the hand levers. Front is Schimano 105; rear derail is Ultegra and the hubs are XT. And the rims -- Salsa Del Gados -- Stem and seatpost both Salsa as well.
if i could get them all for about the same price...which would be the best value?
thanks!
tyler
btw, i'm about 6'1" 210 lbs.
04 redline conquest disc R brand new
02 or 03 cannondale xr 800 - 105 shifters, 9 speed, 600 rear der., Mavic Speed City wheels
01 diamondback podium - disc brakes with the hand levers. Front is Schimano 105; rear derail is Ultegra and the hubs are XT. And the rims -- Salsa Del Gados -- Stem and seatpost both Salsa as well.
if i could get them all for about the same price...which would be the best value?
thanks!
tyler
btw, i'm about 6'1" 210 lbs.
10-04-08, 10:19 PM
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Kona Jake, Surly Crosscheck and Soma Doublecross seem to get all the publicity here.
Have you considered asking in the cyclocross forum?
Have you considered asking in the cyclocross forum?
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hey guys, i've been lurking for a few weeks trying to read as much as possible. i'm looking for a bike that i can commute on, do some road training on, and also some light trail riding once in a while. i figured that a cyclocross bike would be perfect for this. here is my question, i'm considering 3 different options at this point...
04 redline conquest disc R brand new
02 or 03 cannondale xr 800 - 105 shifters, 9 speed, 600 rear der., Mavic Speed City wheels
01 diamondback podium - disc brakes with the hand levers. Front is Schimano 105; rear derail is Ultegra and the hubs are XT. And the rims -- Salsa Del Gados -- Stem and seatpost both Salsa as well.
if i could get them all for about the same price...which would be the best value?
thanks!
tyler
btw, i'm about 6'1" 210 lbs.
04 redline conquest disc R brand new
02 or 03 cannondale xr 800 - 105 shifters, 9 speed, 600 rear der., Mavic Speed City wheels
01 diamondback podium - disc brakes with the hand levers. Front is Schimano 105; rear derail is Ultegra and the hubs are XT. And the rims -- Salsa Del Gados -- Stem and seatpost both Salsa as well.
if i could get them all for about the same price...which would be the best value?
thanks!
tyler
btw, i'm about 6'1" 210 lbs.
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i was asking more about the components, ie which bike would be a better VALUE...not necessarily, which will fit me the best...considering they're all the same size, i'm hardly an experienced rider to notice the difference between a frame that dimensions that a few cm's different than the others
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The most critical dimension for fit is the length of the top tube.
Also check for the location of threaded eyelets for rack(r) and fenders(f/r). You really need these eyelets for a commuter even if you chose not to use them right now.
Be aware that std disc mount location can interfere with rack/fender fitting even if you have the eyelets. Ideally you want a frame with the disc mount on the seatstay.
Also check for the location of threaded eyelets for rack(r) and fenders(f/r). You really need these eyelets for a commuter even if you chose not to use them right now.
Be aware that std disc mount location can interfere with rack/fender fitting even if you have the eyelets. Ideally you want a frame with the disc mount on the seatstay.
