What will I get for $5,000. bucks????
03-01-05, 08:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Shifty
You can buy a Moots with Dura Ace or Campy in that price range. Want to get a little respect? might want to check out Moots www.moots.com/
You rock!
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- Your avatar appears to be JJG (me: ~150 shows)
- I'm about a week away from my Record-equipped Vamoots arriving. You have class
- You live in a town that has the 5th Street Market
Well done! Carry on.
03-03-05, 07:27 PM
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There are a LOT of $5K bikes out there and they all are great. As someone else said try a bunch of different ones and then get it built up the way you want it. Your aunt only has to got to the store when the bike is delivered. Most shops will swap out all sorts of stuff so you can upgrade what YOU want. The treak Madone 5.9 Project One bike is an option worth considering too. The important thing is riding the bikes to find out what geomitry fells best for YOU!! I have a great bike that everyone drools over, but I just can't get comfortable on it. My training bike ($800 aluminum pig) is far more comfortable. For that kind of money you should get a bike that you enjoy!!
What is your aunt's name and Where do I send the adoption papers???
Bill
What is your aunt's name and Where do I send the adoption papers???
Bill
03-03-05, 09:44 PM
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You have gotten lots of comments, about half of them "serious". Let me add or reinforce what some others have said. There are a lot of good bikes but bikes fit different people different ways. This implies that either you know a lot about exactly what you want or you depend on the expertise of a good shop to help you determine what works well for you. This likely implies that going for a custom frame/bike is not the best strategy.
Remember also that there are several "necessary" bike pieces that you will probably need. The primary ones are 1) pedals (usually not included in the price of top-level bikes); 2) shoes; 3) cyclecomputer (maybe with heartrate monitor etc.); and 4) miscellaneous bottles/pump/repair kit/bike bag (under saddle) etc. If you are at a slightly lower price point, you might discuss getting two sets of wheels such as Ksyrium: SLs for racing-type riding and the Elite for training etc. You might also look to get a couple of types of tires - light racing and heavier training. The shop should be able to write you up a composite ticket.
Therefore, you are probably looking for a $4000-4500 bike. I suggest that you look at some "budget" top-level bikes such as Giant TCR Comp0 (Telekom rides them) and the Fuji Team Pros (both of these are carbon fiber frame/fork, w/ Dura Ace or Campy for the Fuji at least). These list for about 4500 and with a good shop you can probably get them for about 3800-4000.
Good luck and remember to ride your several final choices. Since it seems that you might be a ways from good stores, you might try to identify a store and then start the discussion with them by phone and get a set to consider. Then go the the manifacturers' websites to peruse the details before you even visit (but after you have gotten guidance). Also go to Roadbikereviews and see what people have said (but take nothing as gospel, including praise and harsh criticism.
Remember also that there are several "necessary" bike pieces that you will probably need. The primary ones are 1) pedals (usually not included in the price of top-level bikes); 2) shoes; 3) cyclecomputer (maybe with heartrate monitor etc.); and 4) miscellaneous bottles/pump/repair kit/bike bag (under saddle) etc. If you are at a slightly lower price point, you might discuss getting two sets of wheels such as Ksyrium: SLs for racing-type riding and the Elite for training etc. You might also look to get a couple of types of tires - light racing and heavier training. The shop should be able to write you up a composite ticket.
Therefore, you are probably looking for a $4000-4500 bike. I suggest that you look at some "budget" top-level bikes such as Giant TCR Comp0 (Telekom rides them) and the Fuji Team Pros (both of these are carbon fiber frame/fork, w/ Dura Ace or Campy for the Fuji at least). These list for about 4500 and with a good shop you can probably get them for about 3800-4000.
Good luck and remember to ride your several final choices. Since it seems that you might be a ways from good stores, you might try to identify a store and then start the discussion with them by phone and get a set to consider. Then go the the manifacturers' websites to peruse the details before you even visit (but after you have gotten guidance). Also go to Roadbikereviews and see what people have said (but take nothing as gospel, including praise and harsh criticism.
03-09-05, 10:27 PM
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Find out what you can get for one dollar less.
Bicycling magazine's 2005 contest is haiku.
If your gem is judged best you get your choice of a $4999.00 bike.
Here's your chance to make poetry pay off.
Submit on-line by April 30.
https://www.bicycling.com/winabike
Bicycling magazine's 2005 contest is haiku.
If your gem is judged best you get your choice of a $4999.00 bike.
Here's your chance to make poetry pay off.
Submit on-line by April 30.
https://www.bicycling.com/winabike
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03-10-05, 08:29 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
Did you get to try out the Vamoots? Just curious about how it rode and what made you decide to go with it.
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03-10-05, 07:24 PM
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Originally Posted by neil0502
Sorry, I get a little off-topic once in a while.
You rock!
Reasons:
- Your avatar appears to be JJG (me: ~150 shows)
- I'm about a week away from my Record-equipped Vamoots arriving. You have class
- You live in a town that has the 5th Street Market
Well done! Carry on.
You rock!
Reasons:
- Your avatar appears to be JJG (me: ~150 shows)
- I'm about a week away from my Record-equipped Vamoots arriving. You have class
- You live in a town that has the 5th Street Market
Well done! Carry on.
03-10-05, 08:27 PM
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Get a Cannondale six13 with Campy Record.
03-10-05, 09:10 PM
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Tease! Tease! TEASE! See how you got everybody all worked up??? Was that your plan????
03-10-05, 09:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Urbanmonk
Got an excellent gift: $5,000 bucks. The only stipulation is that it has to be a completed unit: I can't build up a bike, piece by piece. What is the best I can get for the money? The last date to purchase my bike is July 20, 2005. (Incidentally, I ride a Cannondale Cyclocross now, set up for road riding.) All suggestions welcomed.
Thanx,
Urbanmonk
Thanx,
Urbanmonk
03-10-05, 10:13 PM
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Originally Posted by bentrox!
Find out what you can get for one dollar less.
Bicycling magazine's 2005 contest is haiku.
If your gem is judged best you get your choice of a $4999.00 bike.
Here's your chance to make poetry pay off.
Submit on-line by April 30.
https://www.bicycling.com/winabike
Bicycling magazine's 2005 contest is haiku.
If your gem is judged best you get your choice of a $4999.00 bike.
Here's your chance to make poetry pay off.
Submit on-line by April 30.
https://www.bicycling.com/winabike
03-11-05, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by operator
Sounds like an easy way to get personal information... and subsequent money making selling of said information
Am I the only one here that finds Urbanmonk's aunt story unbelievable?
