Lapierre USA Presence Growing
11-14-15, 11:23 AM
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Lapierre USA Presence Growing
Just noticed Lapierre's new 2016 lineup, and they've brought a lot more from France!
Cycles Lapierre
Lapierre's lineup was something like BMC before. Wide range of what kind, but only starting at a higher price-point. Now they have value carbon, aluminum value roadie, women specific model, flat-bar roadie, etc...
I think it's great we're getting a large euro maker making their way over for competition as a shop's possible staple brand.
Cycles Lapierre
Lapierre's lineup was something like BMC before. Wide range of what kind, but only starting at a higher price-point. Now they have value carbon, aluminum value roadie, women specific model, flat-bar roadie, etc...
I think it's great we're getting a large euro maker making their way over for competition as a shop's possible staple brand.
11-14-15, 12:01 PM
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It will also be interesting when Canyon starts selling direct in the United States which is supposed to be happening in a few months
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At my LBS of choice, there's a beautiful LaPierre bike...about $5,000.
Too rich for my blood, but I can dream.
Too rich for my blood, but I can dream.
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If you got one, you could lend it to all your acquaintances and colleagues.
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I like the looks of them but the closest Lapierre dealer is just over 3 hours away from me and doesn't have any of the models I was thinking about. So a new Lapierre is not in my future. 
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11-14-15, 02:57 PM
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I've never heard of any dealers here nor have I ever seen one for sale. But funny timing, this bike with 60 miles on it just popped up on CL today for $2400. Retail is $5500.
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I had a Lapierre Aluminum FDJeux Team frame from 2004-2007. It was aluminum and still one of my favorite frames. I regret selling it. I think it was under 1200g for the frame (w/ derailleur hanger), which was pretty light for that time. Rode great. If I ever find that frame in my size, I'd buy it in a second and build it up for a 2nd bike.
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Lapierre will be more common not only due to a price more can reach, but they will be distributing more. More LBS will be having them in shop.
I have the previous Xelius (remake this year), and it's by far my favorite frame. Great fit with an effective frame size between 56-58cm, and it's got an amazing balance in handling! Tracks like on a rail, not at all twitching, and so stable you can ride without hands easily.
I have the previous Xelius (remake this year), and it's by far my favorite frame. Great fit with an effective frame size between 56-58cm, and it's got an amazing balance in handling! Tracks like on a rail, not at all twitching, and so stable you can ride without hands easily.
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Let's do a Where's Waldo type of contest.. How many lapierre logos do you calculate this bike to have?
11-14-15, 03:55 PM
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They're Redline & Diamondback as well. Doesn't include some Dick's Sporting Goods Diamondbacks.
They're Redline & Diamondback as well. Doesn't include some Dick's Sporting Goods Diamondbacks.
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Good price...even after you replace that clown seat. My buddy loves his. Says it is so stiff, it takes off like a rocket. Just repeating his foolishness; don't blame it on me.
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Lapiere is a quality bike but they don't excite me. I would love to see Canyon in the states though. We have a Raleigh dealer one town over that carries Lapierre. They have not caught on yet as I rarely see one.
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I'm digging my Pulsium FdJ!
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Surely a fourth thread would be in order to discuss the lending experience. But you knew that!
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I was informed by Texas Cyclesport that LaPierre has moved to Canada and is no longer doing business in the US, because most of their sales were north of the border.
