Originally Posted by
BravoRaider
Good morning everyone.
I need some guidance as I am at some cross roads for purchasing a new to me bike.
I have settled on 3 options and ready to pull the trigger.
I currently ride a 2010 Specialized SL3 Tarmac Expert. I don't do much group riding and am looking to get into triathlons / longer solo rides.
Here are the 3 bikes that I need help deciding between.
Feel free to ask any questions.
2016 S-Works Venge Vias Aero Pro - $1,600
- 2014 Sram red components
- Trimax cranks
- Flow 60 / 80 mm carbon wheels aluminum, rim/d.
- Condition - Fair to good.
- My worry is this bike sounds like a mix of parts.
2015 S-Works SL5 Dura Ace - $2,200
- Dura Ace package
- Carbon Roval wheels aluminum rim/d
- Fizik saddle
- Condition - Mint
2018 Specialized Tarmac Comp Disc - $2,000
- Enve Stem
- Enve Handlebars
- Enve Wheels
- Enve Seat post
- Specialized upgraded seat.
- Condition - like new.
Venge if in good condition (price seems good & it's an aero bike, which is nice for triathlons). The thing I don't like about buying used (especially a few years old bike) is that you sometimes don't have the full history. If you do have a good feeling about the bike and its current owner, it's reassuring. You could always ask questions about the ''mix of parts''. Perhaps it has been upgraded over time.