C+ Rider grew out of her bike
07-05-05, 10:25 AM
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C+ Rider grew out of her bike
I have a 04 Giant OCR 2 bike. I bought it in March 05. I love the bike and have put about 600 miles on it. I feel that I have grown out of the bike....it is a comfort bike first of all. I think that I want a lighter frame and better derailleurs....and just want to ride faster and easier. So with that said,
What bike do you think I should look at next ...as a step up....Money is no object. Thanks.
PS I want to support my local bike shop owner, so Trek, Giant or Cannondale suggestions???? Thanks.
What bike do you think I should look at next ...as a step up....Money is no object. Thanks.
PS I want to support my local bike shop owner, so Trek, Giant or Cannondale suggestions???? Thanks.
07-05-05, 10:44 AM
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Money is no object
Insist on getting something that fits you just right... pay for a fitting, if necessary. Since you are a "she", you might see if Trek WSD or Cannondale Feminine frame will fit you better than your current bike.
07-05-05, 10:54 AM
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Originally Posted by pitchn23
I have a 04 Giant OCR 2 bike. I bought it in March 05. I love the bike and have put about 600 miles on it. I feel that I have grown out of the bike....it is a comfort bike first of all. I think that I want a lighter frame and better derailleurs....and just want to ride faster and easier. So with that said,
What bike do you think I should look at next ...as a step up....Money is no object. Thanks.
PS I want to support my local bike shop owner, so Trek, Giant or Cannondale suggestions???? Thanks.
What bike do you think I should look at next ...as a step up....Money is no object. Thanks.
PS I want to support my local bike shop owner, so Trek, Giant or Cannondale suggestions???? Thanks.
If your current bike does not fit you well, improving your fit can make you noticably faster. Often, you can improve your fit by moving your seat a little and changing your stem. If that really doesn't work, then you may need a new bike. No way for us to recommend a better fitting bike without seeing you riding your current bike.
07-05-05, 12:11 PM
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Take a look at the TCR 0. I have one and I love it. Be careful though as getting a good fit with limited sizes can be problematic.
07-05-05, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by pitchn23
How do I get a good fit? What does that mean?
07-05-05, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by pitchn23
How do I get a good fit? What does that mean?
This web site is pretty good for recreational riders: https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.htm
07-05-05, 12:48 PM
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Money no object = have them build you something custom
07-05-05, 01:09 PM
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4 months & 600 miles isn't a lot of time to really get to know a bike. I too bought a new bike in March and have about 600 miles on it, and I'm still tweaking the fit and getting to know my "new" bike. But it's your money.
07-05-05, 01:24 PM
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Sounds like a proper fitting would do a world of improvement, not to mention being easier on the pocketbook. Besides, if money is no object, you can afford to pay for a fitting and either be more comfortable on your current ride or at least have the right measurements for a new one.
