allez, robubaix....synapse or caad8
07-08-07, 09:32 PM
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allez, robubaix....synapse or caad8
I just made a visit to a lbs that has it all. Great shop, professional fit for a small price. I'm a new road rilder and am caught between the above mentioned bikes. The shop will allow me to take one or all for a weekend test ride at a cost of 25.00. The roubaix has really caught my eye but the allez is more in my price range. I'm trying to keep it around 1 grand.
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated. I'm looking toward speed and endurance more than just a pure racing ride. Thanks.
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated. I'm looking toward speed and endurance more than just a pure racing ride. Thanks.
07-08-07, 09:52 PM
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the 25 is for a weekend ride (take it home and ride your route). then, it comes off your purchase price whatever you decide to buy. Try 4 bikes, take 100 off your purchace price.
Is there a big difference in the posture, geometry of an allez versus a roubaix. I only see a 10mm difference in head tube length and diidn't think that would make much of a difference.
Is there a big difference in the posture, geometry of an allez versus a roubaix. I only see a 10mm difference in head tube length and diidn't think that would make much of a difference.
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roubaix is a more relaxed upright geometry
go with the CAAD 8 for a race bike and the roubaix for a more comfort/all day ride type bike
go with the CAAD 8 for a race bike and the roubaix for a more comfort/all day ride type bike
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The Roubaix would be my choice for a comfortable ride, but thinking long term, I think the CAAD8 would be a better bet.
Personally I'd take them all on the weekend test ride and let your ass decide.
Personally I'd take them all on the weekend test ride and let your ass decide.
