Originally Posted by
bikerjp
(Oops...Dilemma. Stupid spell check.)
After a loooong time waiting (procrastinating) I've finally finished my dissertation and to celebrate I'm going to pick up a second road bike. I had been thinking of getting a SuperSix, but part of me wants a nice steel. The Gunnar Roadie or Sport look nice. Unfortunately, I can't test ride one of these to see how it rides. I know people who have them will say they are great, but I'm looking for more concrete details. What's great? How would they compare to the SuperSix? Feedback from anyone who has ridden both (or at least a similar bike) would be great.
I'm basically wanting a smoother riding but still fast and quick to respond bike. The SuperSix fits the bill perfectly but part of me wants steel - basically a stiff, fast steel frame to rival the carbons. Does it exist and in the $1000 range (frame only)?
If I go steel, my thinking is to get a Gunnar and build up with Force. Overkill for steel or perfect?
Thanks.
You are not, I repeat not, gonna find this!
It does not exist, period.
What do you intend to do with the bike? If for fast exercise/group rides, then I don't think any steel frame comes remotely close to carbon.
On the other hand, any steel-framed bike is sufficient for any cyclist. You are not gonna fly on it, and all eyes (including mine) will be on your ride at the local group ride and at the local Starbucks. Especially if a Pegoretti/Sachs etc.