Originally Posted by
texbiker
Since this is your first road bike it may be a good idea to look at local bike shops. Once you learn what fits you and your riding style this could help you if you want to purchase online. The Cannondale bike is a nice one. The Ultegra groupo is excellent. I have bought several bikes online at bikesdirect.com. The Motobecane Le Champion CF is what I am riding now and it has similar components and a carbon frame. I have 14,500 miles on it.
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I took your advice and hit several stores and one bike rose above the rest for me and that was the Giant Defy I just have to decide do I want the composite 1 or the advanced 1 now and get it ordered.