Originally Posted by
athix
Hey everyone! I'm new to these boards so if this has been dealt with somewhere else, I couldn't find it. Point me in that direction and I'll slink away...
I'm shopping for my next bike after graduating from a hybrid / fitness model that was my first non big-box bike. My rides have gotten longer and longer (40+miles atm) and I'm ready to move to an endurance road bike in an effort to improve comfort, gearing, and speed. After alot of shopping, comparing and some test riding at local LBS's, I think I'm down to either a Giant Defy Advanced 2 or a Conted AR 1. Mostly identical furniture, but the Contend is obviously aluminum framed while the Defy is full CF. There is a significant cost difference, so I thought I'd use my first ever post to ask for thoughts as to which I should go with from anyone who has experience with both. Due to the Great Bikepocalypse and the fact I live in the North country I probably won't be making my purchase until winter / early spring of 2021, so I've got time on my side... >_<
Thanks in advance!
What about look at the Giant Revolt Advanced. I have the 0...which is full carbon and love it. Marginally heavier than the road specific models as this is technically a gravel bike, but really comfortable geometry and flexibility to go with road tires or up to 48mm wide for trails. In any event, I'd go carbon if your budget allows. Very happy I upgraded my choice to the full carbon at the last minute.