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Raleigh Cadent or Trek Pilot or Bianchi?

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Old 07-30-06, 06:31 PM
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Raleigh Cadent or Trek Pilot or Bianchi?

Dear all:
I just finished Ragbrai in Iowa, and am looking for a road bike that allows me to sit up a bit more. I have a bridgestone mountain bike that got me most of the way to where i needed to be, but i was thinking of getting one of these two machines.

What are some of the differences between them?

Also, does Bianchi make a road bike with a bit more sit up posture?

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I ride the '05 bianchi virata. The ride is pretty relaxed with the stock stem and spacers.
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The Pilot's geometry is geared specifically to be more "comfortable", that being said a good LBS will fit you using your specifics and your goals (comfort, flexibility, fitness, etc.). You can get a good idea of what you probably need at https://www.wrenchscience.com/WS1/Sec...ing/Height.asp I would test ride both bikes and decide based on the test ride. Make sure you post pictures when you make the purchase. Good Luck!
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