Chinese knockoffs....ever buy one or would you
11-20-12, 06:43 PM
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I have been trying to talk myself out of building one of these for a while. This might just put me over the edge. I should be able to sell my roubaix for a decent amount as well which would offset the costs.
Anyone want a 2010 Specialized robaix elite? lol
Anyone want a 2010 Specialized robaix elite? lol
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11-20-12, 08:23 PM
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My mistake. I confused with the listing company called Topkey. Bianchi is made by Hodaka which is private.
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I am in the mood to buy some parts or even a new frame for 2013. I have a primary bike, a good quality Bianchi all 105 but need/want a TT/Tri bike . I found several sites that sell knockoffs wheels & frames. What is the scoop, are they crap or a good deal? Is there any way to know? My wife says I am stupid and should fear that the stuff will explode while riding. I just want to know if anyone has purchased and or used the stuff.
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For so many times discussed reasons, most important being - I have no idea how well it is build, and that is not something I want to think about while going fast.
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The scary part about a carbon product is the only way to know that it is well made is to xray it or cut it in pieces and see. Other than that, you are riding on hope and prayers--and this is regardless of the price or name on the product. So you have to ask yourself--do I trust my health to a company that is actively selling in my area and has the risk of liability associated with that transaction, or am I comfortable buying a product from an untouchable overseas company.
each person has to make that call for themselves based on their risk/comfort level and their health/dental/life/disability insurance policies.
The scary part about a carbon product is the only way to know that it is well made is to xray it or cut it in pieces and see. Other than that, you are riding on hope and prayers--and this is regardless of the price or name on the product. So you have to ask yourself--do I trust my health to a company that is actively selling in my area and has the risk of liability associated with that transaction, or am I comfortable buying a product from an untouchable overseas company.
each person has to make that call for themselves based on their risk/comfort level and their health/dental/life/disability insurance policies.
11-21-12, 02:00 PM
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I'd look for a closeout on something like a Kestrel Talon or Fuji SST and sell of either the old parts or the new parts that I didn't want on the bike... You could make out pretty decent I think?
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I've been riding a PedalForce QS2 for 6 years. The QS2 was an open mold frame, and Pedal Force basically re-sells chinese frames and provides a warranty and service from the US. Frames that look the same as the QS2 were also sold by Ibis (for more $$) and LaPierre (for much more $$). Of course it's impossible to know if the layup was the same on those, even if the mold was.
The QS2 is my rain/backup/night bike. I've ridden it in races, down steep mountain passes and in the Death Ride (when my Cervelo was broken). I haven't died yet. It hasn't broken. Unlike my Cervelo, purchased at the same time. I'm on my second one of those.
I've since bought carbon rims from china. They're pretty good considering the price. You do have to be careful where you get stuff and do the research before buying.
The QS2 is my rain/backup/night bike. I've ridden it in races, down steep mountain passes and in the Death Ride (when my Cervelo was broken). I haven't died yet. It hasn't broken. Unlike my Cervelo, purchased at the same time. I'm on my second one of those.
I've since bought carbon rims from china. They're pretty good considering the price. You do have to be careful where you get stuff and do the research before buying.
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