They all make good bikes, I tend to agree on the giant, with the exception of I wouldnt buy any of them. Trek spends the time in the R and D but Im not a fan of where they seem to spend it.

Rival and 105 are fine for bigger riders, more than likely they want to sell you something on their floor vs ordering you something.


The Tarmac is a great bike and you cant go wrong, if you like it go with it. Fit is much more important that a parking lot ride. invest in a good fit.

The initial adjustment they give you is not a fit, its an adjustment and a get it close, spend the 200 or more on the BG fit if they offer it.