Can one still find a great alu bike with good specs ?
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I liked my first Ibex enough to buy a second one (Xray race followed by the Aprisa Elite). At the price I paid for an Ultegra equipped bike with Neuvation wheels, it was sort of like getting a free frame. I've got about 15K miles between the two bikes with no complaints.
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Originally Posted by Blaireau
Well the LBS in my area that carries Cannondale is a den of sharks.... Guy tried to sell me an alu frame for $1,000 --enough said.
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Used cannondale is the way to go....
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Originally Posted by dekalbSTEEL
Used cannondale is the way to go....
Find a CAAD 8 or similar.
If it's just the frame, then build it up.
I upgraded my 02 R500 since I liked the frame, and could use the old parts to build my GF a bike.
Now I have a mix of Ultegra and 105, and Ultegra/Open Pros. It is my commuting / training / all-purpose rig.
+1 for Cannondale
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Originally Posted by uspspro
+1
Find a CAAD 8 or similar.
If it's just the frame, then build it up.
I upgraded my 02 R500 since I liked the frame, and could use the old parts to build my GF a bike.
Now I have a mix of Ultegra and 105, and Ultegra/Open Pros. It is my commuting / training / all-purpose rig.
+1 for Cannondale
Find a CAAD 8 or similar.
If it's just the frame, then build it up.
I upgraded my 02 R500 since I liked the frame, and could use the old parts to build my GF a bike.
Now I have a mix of Ultegra and 105, and Ultegra/Open Pros. It is my commuting / training / all-purpose rig.
+1 for Cannondale
Its got a very small ding on the top tube, a small one. I thought it was nothing to worry about but when I showed it to the cannondale dealer he went this could be dangerous... the dude got me concerned, though I am not sure whether to believe him...
you guys think I should just re-rig my 1996 Cannondale with better components... I mean, how long can I expect that frame to last??
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Originally Posted by Blaireau
On the msrp part it reads: msrp..... [blank]
What do they go for?
It would be hilarious if I got one from performance after returning my Tirreno.....
What do they go for?
It would be hilarious if I got one from performance after returning my Tirreno.....
The MSRP is 1,240, but they go for closer to 1,000.
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Originally Posted by slowandsteady
Knock off a few hundred.... They never sell for MSRP.
I suck at negociating so I said "goodbye" and hung up....
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Check out the 2006 Devinci Podium. It an AL frame with 105 9 speed components. Or you can get the 2006 Devinci Silverstone with an AL frame, carbon seat stays and 105 10 speed components. Wheels of bloor in Toronto has both bikes currently on sale for $1000 (Canadian) and $1300 (Canadian) respectively. I'm not sure where you're located but I believe they do ship internationally.
I have a Devinci Cx carbon bike (a bit more expensive) and my gf has the Podium. Both great bikes.
Good luck.
I have a Devinci Cx carbon bike (a bit more expensive) and my gf has the Podium. Both great bikes.
Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Blaireau
really? I was on the phone with one dude and he told me it was msrp or goodbye...
I suck at negociating so I said "goodbye" and hung up....
I suck at negociating so I said "goodbye" and hung up....
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Visit Jamis and Bianchi sites,although I don't believe that ALL Cannondales are TOO expensive.I don't follow them,I rember deeing at least one this past fall for $1,000 or less.Specialized has a model for 700.
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Originally Posted by TheKillerPenguin
Felt bikes are very nice, and one would be worth your money.
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Originally Posted by bbattle
+1 They sponsor the Slipstream/Chipotle team.
I love my f80!
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Two words LeMond Tourmalet You can get a 2007 with 105 10spd. for about $1,200 USD. It rides like no other... test ride one you wont regret it. and it comes in both duouble (53/39) and a triple.
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Canyon Roadlite 4.0
https://www.canyon.com/_en/roadbikes/...b=21#equipment
105 Components, you can either get a compact crank or a triple.
Aluminum fork
Shimano Wheels
~990 for the complete bike + ~100 for shipping.
https://www.canyon.com/_en/roadbikes/...b=21#equipment
105 Components, you can either get a compact crank or a triple.
Aluminum fork
Shimano Wheels
~990 for the complete bike + ~100 for shipping.
Last edited by bbp; 05-03-07 at 10:37 PM.
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I absolutely love my '06 Felt 85. I wanted the triple and only paid $699.00. It's full 105 except for the crank. The LBS had other '06 higher level Felts with your specs for under $1,000. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by Blaireau
Its got a very small ding on the top tube, a small one. I thought it was nothing to worry about but when I showed it to the cannondale dealer he went this could be dangerous... the dude got me concerned, though I am not sure whether to believe him..
I would not worry about it.
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Originally Posted by Blaireau
Well the LBS in my area that carries Cannondale is a den of sharks.... Guy tried to sell me an alu frame for $1,000 --enough said.
Cannondale's frames are not inexpensive. I don't have the list in front of me, but they are not in the market to sell frames. They want to sell bikes.
However, you can do a frame upgrade. But I'd suggest maybe calling another dealer if you don't trust this one. You can take your dented CAAD5 and upgrade to an 8 for only the upgrade price. But I doubt a small dent is an issue for you.
I'm surprised the dealer did not make you aware of that. I think Cannondale's the only company that does that and it's a huge advantage for them. It's less expensive than just buying a frame from them.
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Originally Posted by Blaireau
Well the LBS in my area that carries Cannondale is a den of sharks.... Guy tried to sell me an alu frame for $1,000 --enough said.
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Oh yea if you have a Cannondale to trade in that CAAD8 frame should only be $500-$600. Find a good dealer.
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Originally Posted by old and new
BUMMER, the 105 requirement eliminates ALL new bikes other than used or the no-name names.I reckon the OP knew this
Obviously not. Check the cool links and suggestions in this thread....
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Originally Posted by roadwarrior
I'm surprised the dealer did not make you aware of that. I think Cannondale's the only company that does that and it's a huge advantage for them. It's less expensive than just buying a frame from them.
Wow, he sure did not tell me about this frame upgrade that you guys are talking about!! Could it be because I am not the original owner of my Cannodale?
If I can do this I'll just call them and say, "I wus told I could do a frame upgrade according to Canondale policy --what say you??"
Sounds like a plan?
Sounds to goood to be true, but what the heck, I'll try it!
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I built a bike for $850 with a Bike Nashbar AluC frame (Kinesium tubing with carbon seat stays), carbon fork, FSA aero wheelset, Shimano Ultegra, Dura Ace & 105 components, carbon seatpost and it's great. It's smooth, weighs about 18 lbs. and would cost $2000 at retail.
I had to shop around for the components (eBay) but they were all new and it was worth it.
I had to shop around for the components (eBay) but they were all new and it was worth it.
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Originally Posted by jschatz
I built a bike for $850 with a Bike Nashbar AluC frame (Kinesium tubing with carbon seat stays), carbon fork, FSA aero wheelset, Shimano Ultegra, Dura Ace & 105 components, carbon seatpost and it's great. It's smooth, weighs about 18 lbs. and would cost $2000 at retail.
I had to shop around for the components (eBay) but they were all new and it was worth it.
I had to shop around for the components (eBay) but they were all new and it was worth it.
Yeah, I thought about doing that, but I'm no mechanic, and had bad exoeriences on ebay (hasn't everyone)...SO I think I ma going to go with the safer, albeit more expensive "off the rack" option....