Soloist vs. Streetfire
08-01-06, 04:58 AM
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Soloist vs. Streetfire
Cervelo Soloist Team vs. BMC Streetfire
I am looking for some opinions on these frames. Gave them both a quick ride around the block and was very pleased. I am sure I'll be happy with either frame, I'm just having trouble between the two.
I am looking for some opinions on these frames. Gave them both a quick ride around the block and was very pleased. I am sure I'll be happy with either frame, I'm just having trouble between the two.
08-01-06, 08:29 AM
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i'm very happy with my soloist team. only two complaints: the seatpost saddle clamp is a pain to use, and theres no barrel adjuster for the front dr. minor complaints and after 6 months my only complaints.
08-01-06, 08:54 AM
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Soloist.... here's mine with two diff. sets of wheels.
While the seatpost is a little annoying, I do enjoy the innovation and options it provides. I upgraded to dura-ace front and rear and a deda elementi newton stem.
While the seatpost is a little annoying, I do enjoy the innovation and options it provides. I upgraded to dura-ace front and rear and a deda elementi newton stem.
08-01-06, 09:23 AM
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I like the soloist. It's a cool bike. Wanted the carbon, but over my OCP price range.
08-01-06, 12:15 PM
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I'm very happy with my Soloist Carbon. Test ride 2-3 times, it's the only way to be sure...
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the Streetfire frameset retails for about $725. Isn't the Soloist much more than that?
EDIT: I found it: $1200 at.....
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/z...RODUCT.ID=1947
Therefore, is the price difference a consideration for you?
EDIT: I found it: $1200 at.....
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/z...RODUCT.ID=1947
Therefore, is the price difference a consideration for you?
08-01-06, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Disco Stu
the Streetfire frameset retails for about $725. Isn't the Soloist much more than that?
08-01-06, 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Disco Stu
the Streetfire frameset retails for about $725. Isn't the Soloist much more than that?
EDIT: I found it: $1200 at.....
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/z...RODUCT.ID=1947
Therefore, is the price difference a consideration for you?
EDIT: I found it: $1200 at.....
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/z...RODUCT.ID=1947
Therefore, is the price difference a consideration for you?
08-01-06, 10:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Surferbruce
ahh what the hell, always ready for an excuse to post pics of my rides.
thinking about orange tape/tires... going for the halloween look
08-01-06, 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by pelotonracer
Streetfire is so generic. I mean, EVERYONE rides one...
I never see them on the road, I have seen BMC bikes at a few races, however I see just as many Treks, Cervelo's. When I am riding around town here in Az, I never see BMC bikes on the road! Why ????
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I looked at the Streetfire when I was upgrading frames.. it was at the top of my list until I found out it didn't have carbon seat stays. It's a great looking frame tho.
If you're going to spend in that price range, you should seriously take a look at the Blue RC4. It can be bought online for just around $1000.00 (I actually found it cheaper than that) and is a carbon/aluminum lugged frame. I've only had mine a short time but I am impressed with the frame manufactuering quality and the thing rides sweet.
If you're going to spend in that price range, you should seriously take a look at the Blue RC4. It can be bought online for just around $1000.00 (I actually found it cheaper than that) and is a carbon/aluminum lugged frame. I've only had mine a short time but I am impressed with the frame manufactuering quality and the thing rides sweet.
08-02-06, 09:23 AM
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At the Soloist price range, try the BMC Road Racer.
08-02-06, 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by shawnj73
Where do you see so many BMC's? I hear you say that they are in masses, I heard another forum member say that he always passes them on the road.
I never see them on the road, I have seen BMC bikes at a few races, however I see just as many Treks, Cervelo's. When I am riding around town here in Az, I never see BMC bikes on the road! Why ????
I never see them on the road, I have seen BMC bikes at a few races, however I see just as many Treks, Cervelo's. When I am riding around town here in Az, I never see BMC bikes on the road! Why ????
