Colnago's on sale....opinions please.
I am getting close to buying a high end road bike....hey, at 55 and raising 2 daughters in college (did I mention tuition), it's dads time for a nice bike.
Would appreciate input on the Colnago listed here in 57cm. I am 6-2, long arms, 36", and shorter inseam, about a 32 1/2". Anyone familiar with COlnago sizing on their tradition frames? Website for Colnago? Forget the mail order and go with LBS? Thanks! http://www.sierratradingpost.com/xq/...st_display.htm |
i can't offer advice on the fit, however, i think that's a pretty good deal for a bike like that.
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Originally Posted by jimx200
I am getting close to buying a high end road bike....hey, at 55 and raising 2 daughters in college (did I mention tuition), it's dads time for a nice bike.
Would appreciate input on the Colnago listed here in 57cm. I am 6-2, long arms, 36", and shorter inseam, about a 32 1/2". Anyone familiar with COlnago sizing on their tradition frames? Website for Colnago? Forget the mail order and go with LBS? Thanks! http://www.sierratradingpost.com/xq/...st_display.htm |
Thanks guys....sometimes I get tempted and blinded by savings and later realize the mistake. I cannot affor a $2500. mistake, so I'll search for a Italian road bike at a good LBS. Thanks again.
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Originally Posted by jimx200
Thanks guys....sometimes I get tempted and blinded by savings and later realize the mistake. I cannot affor a $2500. mistake, so I'll search for a Italian road bike at a good LBS. Thanks again.
George |
Originally Posted by biker7
A 58 would likely be considered small for your size. But some guys on this board would ride that size bike with a long stem. I am about your size and prefer a bigger bike. I love how comprehensive the Colnago sizing chart is...the best out there. Their bikes have medium sized steerer tubes and a relatively short top tube consistent with Italian bike heritage. I prefer the latter but not the steerer tube length. If you want a great frame for half the price, look at Bianchi. Roughly the same height to length ratio as Colnago with a bit longer steerer tube per frame size which will get the bars up a bit closer to the seat for long legged guys like you and me. If you want to race and can stand the paint jobs and price, buy a Colnago.
George |
Originally Posted by sydney
Might work for standover with the short inseam, but the the short TT will leave you scrunched up and hurting.That assumes bike inseam,and not bike inseam....Methinks if you don't know what size you need, you be in for a possible expensive hosing.
Tim |
I'm just a bit surpized that Sierra Trading Post sells Colnagos.
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Originally Posted by biker7
A 58 would likely be considered small for your size.
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Originally Posted by jimx200
Thanks guys....sometimes I get tempted and blinded by savings and later realize the mistake. I cannot affor a $2500. mistake, so I'll search for a Italian road bike at a good LBS. Thanks again.
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Originally Posted by jimx200
I am getting close to buying a high end road bike....hey, at 55 and raising 2 daughters in college (did I mention tuition), it's dads time for a nice bike.
Would appreciate input on the Colnago listed here in 57cm. I am 6-2, long arms, 36", and shorter inseam, about a 32 1/2". Anyone familiar with COlnago sizing on their tradition frames? Website for Colnago? Forget the mail order and go with LBS? Thanks! http://www.sierratradingpost.com/xq/...st_display.htm BTW, the prices at that place suck. Got my Colnago from R&A and it was a good experience. Ordered a 54, received it, decided to exchange for a 53--no probs. They held it for me while I thought it over. More selection and better prices. http://www.racycles.com/sdrf/catalog...7_products.htm http://www.racycles.com/sdrb/catalog...04_3755038.htm |
Thanks guys. Yes, the 32 1/2" is my trouser length. I have a 25 year old Yakota (had a Allez 58cm until stolen last month..locked too) in a larger than I need size, probably close to a 61cm, bought when I did'nt know anything about sizing.
Piqmode, thanks for the link...the search continues. |
Originally Posted by jimx200
Thanks guys. Yes, the 32 1/2" is my trouser length. I have a 25 year old Yakota (had a Allez 58cm until stolen last month..locked too) in a larger than I need size, probably close to a 61cm, bought when I did'nt know anything about sizing.
Piqmode, thanks for the link...the search continues. I'm not one to recommend a frame to a stranger, but I'll say that this is my 2nd Colnago and it does what I want it to do in a manner that suits my style of riding. |
I'm 6'2", with 32.5" inseam and long torso and arms... I bought a 58cm cannondale beater bike, traditional geometry, and it barely fits. I haven't gone on a ride longer than 20 miles, so hoping for the best. I ride a 60 cm Trek that fits me like a glove. 57cm might be pushing it. Can you find a local dealer to test ride?
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I have just 2 points to make :
1)You only buy a Colnago or a Pinarello for example if you love Colnagos or Pinarellos. If you're not sure about spending $2500 then you should not be considering such brands since everything you're looking for, with a focus on 'riding' is available for $1500 (complete bike). 2)For a 6-2 person a frame between 58 and 62 cm will do (measured c-to-c) with a preference towards the smaller, say 59. All other adjustments can be easily obtained with proper selection of seatpost height and stem length - something very common with today's compact frames. The more detailed frame fit and other adjustments possible are academic or if you're trying to get the last 5% performance out of your body (this gets more dangerous with age). Pick a bike comfortably within your budget and ride, ride, ride. Good Luck! |
Go for it! I bought a 2003 Colnago Asso from Sierra almost two years ago and it was the best thing I bought in my life! You do not need to worry about this vendor, they have an LL bean return policy.
Only issue might be that for the colnago warranty to be in effect it has to be assembled by a colnago dealer. I bought a full bike and I didn't worry about it--I got the complete bike for $1,250! That's less then 1/2 price. |
IMO the biggest problem on that Cologno is that for a Cologno it seems to have a very boring paint job. I expect to see sweet paint jobs on Colognos. Just this last weekend there was a guy riding in the group with an older probably steel Cologno and it did have a sweet paint job.
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