creasetoe

I'm thinking about buying a Focus Mares Comp 2010 and I'm looking for any positive/negative feedback.
is it worth the $1000?



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BOTTOM BRACKET: FSA

BRAKES: Tektro RX5, Mini-V-brake

CASSETTE: Shimano Tiagra, 11-25T

CHAIN: HG-53

CRANKSET: FSA Omega Compact, 50/34T

FORK: Focus Alloy CX

FRAME: New Hydroform Technology, Alloy Cross Frame

FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano Tiagra 4500

GRIPS/TAPE: Vibration damping high-density polyurethane padded bar tape

HANDLEBAR: Concept SL

HEADSET: FSA

LEVERS: Tektro RL 576 Cross top

PEDALS: NA

RACK MOUNTS: None

REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano Tiagra 4500

SADDLE: Concept SL

SEATPOST: Black Comp, Alloy, 27.2mm

SHIFTERS: Shimano Tiagra 4500 STI

STEM: Concept SL Alloy, A-Head

TIRES: Continental Double Fighter II

WHEELSET: Stylus Race Rim, Shimano Tiagra Hub

knobster

I don't think so. I don't have any experience with it, but based off the components, I'd go with something like this:

https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/..._pro_rival.htm

Rival level components.

meanwhile

The chatter on the Mares Cross in the UK, where it is sold by a major online retailer, is generally very positive.

Compared to a BikesDirect bike - well, will any bike ever beat a BD bike for component spec at the same price?

knobster

Doubtful. They are definitely the Walmart of the bicycle world.

creasetoe

i decided to go with the surly cross check instead
i think itll take the brunt of my beginner mistakes alot better

jb_alphamale

I have the exact same bike, same colors but it is called solo cx https://www.bikes.com/main+en+01_102+...&SCATID=25.com Paid a $1000 on it. I live in Canada.

meanwhile

Everyone seems to love the Cross Check and they're versatile, long lasting, and very re-saleable. Otoh, I wouldn't worry about crashing any crosser except perhaps the super-light and super-expensive all CF race bikes. Crashing off road is usually a nicely soft experience - a wheel goes from under you and the bike goes down on its side while you travel through the air. It's fun!

Saddle Up

Define exact!

Elvis71

So did you buy the Focus? I just purchased it and for what I plan to do with it, I think it's a well made bike with average components. But for $699, I think it was worth it. I'm not sure I would have paid $1099.