Originally Posted by
CJ C
For fit i tested the M/L and it felt big so the LBS said M would be best. but it was a quick "fit" as i was waiting for my new wheel to be trued.
I would prefer the the LBS option as my wrenching skill are below decent and flying down a hill or sprinting i traffic would need for me to carry an extra pair of undies in my seatbag. I also like Giants lifetime warranty which the way i ride may be beneficial.
its just the money pincher i am i like that BD gives 105 and from a quick look a better wheelset.
I may just save up more and go with a 105 at the LBS, just seems like the smarter move even fiscally smarter move for the long haul.
thanks guys for the input.
I'm of the opinion that most frames are more than adequate, but that a better groupset improves the overall experience of the ride. It's the part of the bike-rider interface you interact with the most, aside from the saddle. Maybe I'm just more sensitive to crappy shifting and braking performance, but on my old Trek with Tiagra and a triple, there was always something that wouldn't work quite right. Function was OK, little things were just annoying and distracting, and got my attention way to often.