Originally Posted by
wunderchicken
I know I want 105 components and hydraulic brakes.
I don't really have my head wrapped around frame materials other than a very simplistic thought that carbon > alloy. When I tried a carbon bike, it also felt like it reacted better when I stood up and hammered. I really liked that so I'm leaning towards carbon but just within Specialized, they have all kinds of different levels. So I think all varbon is not created equal and I don't know what the tradeoffs are.
I also don't have a good grasp of what geometry I'd want. I know that geos that have my head lower are more aggressive and less comfortable. I THINK they might position me differently for pedaling or maybe they're just for better aerodynamics. The other aspect is a shorter wheelbase provides more manuverability. I'd guess the tradeoff is stability.
If you are going to stick with Specialized, this is the answer:
https://www.specialized.com/ae/en/roubaix-comp/p/115635
Though it might exceed your budget slightly.
But taking a look at other makes, like Giant:
https://www.specialized.com/ae/en/roubaix-comp/p/115635
It's similarly spec'ed, but significantly less expensive, but also no shock absorbing tech on the handlebar
