Originally Posted by
Backin2biking
Thanks for the information. Definitely like the bike. I did ride it in a 56 cm originally but it was slightly too big. Found it in a 54 cm and should fit much better. I was definitely looking at bikes with 105 groupset or higher. Was originally looking at some Endurance bikes but I do like that the Madone has the Isospeed to help with vibrations so I can get a more aggressive bike that still has some level of comfort compared to a lightweight race bike.
Thanks again
Yeah 105 or higher is always the way to go on a road bike.
If you like comfort you might consider steel or titanium which can get you some good comfort and a ton more durability without needing Isospeed. Moots makes a nice Ti Frame in the U.S. as do plenty of others like Seven, Lightspeed, Lynksey,...
The Lightspeed Cherohala looks to be pretty nice and can clear some wider tires which is nice and I can get it with Di2 and T47 for $5800 or 105 for $4600. I would own one of those.