I'm in the market for a new bike to replace my 2010 Raleigh Sport. I've got about 1700 miles on it and I'm ready to upgrade to something better.
Right now my #1 choice is a 2011 Specialized Roubaix Elite SL2 Apex. I was wondering what you guys thought about that model? My LBS (which also sponsors our club) is a pretty big Specialized dealer (and Felt) and I'm definitely going to buy the bike there. Right now it's on sale for $1,799. Thoughts on price?
I'm 6'3", 250lbs. They said that there would be no problem at all with my weight on the carbon, that I may just want to get a stronger rear wheel. It's got a Mavic CXP(I think) 22. That's what I have on my bike now and it holds up pretty well. I think it'll do for now, especially since I'm losing weight.
Also, are there any Felt bikes in that price range that I should consider? I rode an Allez today with the same components so I could see how the Apex rode (they didn't have the Roubaix in my size assembled) and I liked it a lot. Just polling those more knowledgeable than myself for some input. Thanks in advance.