Bikes brands/types other than Specialized Roubaix?
06-14-23, 07:24 PM
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Bikes brands/types other than Specialized Roubaix?
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I started cycling 12 years ago by buying a specialized allez, I then transitioned to a 2015 Roubaix Expert SL4 and since upgraded to a full Ultegra groupset.
I've been eyeing the newer Roubaix of similar line, I know the bike's changed considerably as it's gone more aero albeit still in the touring category, I'm more interested in future shock. That being said, Im not opposed to venturing out and seeing what other bikes have the same feel as the Roubaix.
Unfortunately we don't have a huge variety of bike brands where we reside, thus, I'd have to make it a trip to test out other brands.
Any thoughts would be appreciated!
I started cycling 12 years ago by buying a specialized allez, I then transitioned to a 2015 Roubaix Expert SL4 and since upgraded to a full Ultegra groupset.
I've been eyeing the newer Roubaix of similar line, I know the bike's changed considerably as it's gone more aero albeit still in the touring category, I'm more interested in future shock. That being said, Im not opposed to venturing out and seeing what other bikes have the same feel as the Roubaix.
Unfortunately we don't have a huge variety of bike brands where we reside, thus, I'd have to make it a trip to test out other brands.
Any thoughts would be appreciated!
06-14-23, 10:03 PM
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Trek Domane and Cannondale Synapse are similar and have their own types of active suspension. There are also plenty of other bikes with Endurance geometry; just about every brand has one or more.
If you want the support of a local bike shop, look and see what brands they offer and ask what they have that is similar to the Roubaix.
If you want the support of a local bike shop, look and see what brands they offer and ask what they have that is similar to the Roubaix.
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If you really want the full 20 mm of front suspension that FS provides then the Roubaix is still unique among the mainstream brands. I don't think any other endurance road bike would mimic the front end "feel" and compliance of a Roubaix. Whether or not you need that extra compliance with modern wider, higher volume tyres is questionable. So I would try to test ride against other endurance road bikes.
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You might consider that if you aren't a complete DIY'er, that you might be better served by getting the bike brands that your nearby LBS's offer. Though usually they can deal with other brands for maintenance and even warranty issues, they will be most familiar with the stuff they sell and stock.
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Hello!
I started cycling 12 years ago by buying a specialized allez, I then transitioned to a 2015 Roubaix Expert SL4 and since upgraded to a full Ultegra groupset.
I've been eyeing the newer Roubaix of similar line, I know the bike's changed considerably as it's gone more aero albeit still in the touring category, I'm more interested in future shock. That being said, Im not opposed to venturing out and seeing what other bikes have the same feel as the Roubaix.
Unfortunately we don't have a huge variety of bike brands where we reside, thus, I'd have to make it a trip to test out other brands.
Any thoughts would be appreciated!
I started cycling 12 years ago by buying a specialized allez, I then transitioned to a 2015 Roubaix Expert SL4 and since upgraded to a full Ultegra groupset.
I've been eyeing the newer Roubaix of similar line, I know the bike's changed considerably as it's gone more aero albeit still in the touring category, I'm more interested in future shock. That being said, Im not opposed to venturing out and seeing what other bikes have the same feel as the Roubaix.
Unfortunately we don't have a huge variety of bike brands where we reside, thus, I'd have to make it a trip to test out other brands.
Any thoughts would be appreciated!
edit: the web says the stock tires on your Roubaix are 25's. I expect you will do great if you move up to 28 or even slightly wider. And be sure you run proper LOW pressure (like 75PSI not max).
