New Bike Specialized Roubaix Elite 2018
10-19-17, 09:49 AM
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New Bike Specialized Roubaix Elite 2018
I didn't think I would be buying a new bike so soon. I bought a Trek Domane 4.5 in 2013. But I put 3 bottom brackets in the Domane with only about 10,000 miles on it. Searched and found that to be a recurring problem. The last one failed 2 miles into a 75 mile fundraiser I was riding. Made it to the first rest stop and the mechanic said it would be best to stop as frame damage could occur.
SO my wife said get a new bike. I bought this 2018 Roubaix Elite, 105 groupo. Haven't been able to ride due to a foot injury but getting better so I'll ride it SOON! On my little test ride it seemed VERY comfortable I'll see.
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SO my wife said get a new bike. I bought this 2018 Roubaix Elite, 105 groupo. Haven't been able to ride due to a foot injury but getting better so I'll ride it SOON! On my little test ride it seemed VERY comfortable I'll see.
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10-19-17, 09:53 AM
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Gorgeous bike. I'm hoping to get my Roubaix out of layaway in the coming weeks.
10-19-17, 04:17 PM
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nice color and disc setup
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10-20-17, 03:58 AM
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That fade looks awesome! I bought a new Roubaix about a month ago...and I love it. Its smooth and comfy...the rear end is snappy when huge wattage is needed to do long climbs efficiently
I didn't think I would be buying a new bike so soon. I bought a Trek Domane 4.5 in 2013. But I put 3 bottom brackets in the Domane with only about 10,000 miles on it. Searched and found that to be a recurring problem. The last one failed 2 miles into a 75 mile fundraiser I was riding. Made it to the first rest stop and the mechanic said it would be best to stop as frame damage could occur.
SO my wife said get a new bike. I bought this 2018 Roubaix Elite, 105 groupo. Haven't been able to ride due to a foot injury but getting better so I'll ride it SOON! On my little test ride it seemed VERY comfortable I'll see.
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Bill
SO my wife said get a new bike. I bought this 2018 Roubaix Elite, 105 groupo. Haven't been able to ride due to a foot injury but getting better so I'll ride it SOON! On my little test ride it seemed VERY comfortable I'll see.
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[/IMG]Bill
10-20-17, 01:57 PM
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Great choice! Many years and many miles on my Roubaix and I still love it.
10-20-17, 02:01 PM
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Cool.
I rode through Allentown during my Erie to Philly tour back in September. Came from White Haven that day and spent the night in Easton.
I rode through Allentown during my Erie to Philly tour back in September. Came from White Haven that day and spent the night in Easton.
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