A new carbon fiber framed bike for $2-3000
08-14-07, 12:29 PM
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A new carbon fiber framed bike for $2-3000
I have just started to investigate my options. For my 50th B-day in 45 days I thought I would get a new road bike as my Sertta is now 17 years old.
Does not need to be high end grouppo as technology moves along so quickly so Ultegra is OK.
What do you people on BF suggest I test ride?
Gerry
Does not need to be high end grouppo as technology moves along so quickly so Ultegra is OK.
What do you people on BF suggest I test ride?
Gerry
08-14-07, 12:33 PM
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Trek Madone.
You might still be able to find deals on the 2007 5.2's; I got mine two Saturdays ago for $2200. Full Ultegra with a Dura-Ace rear derailleur.
You might still be able to find deals on the 2007 5.2's; I got mine two Saturdays ago for $2200. Full Ultegra with a Dura-Ace rear derailleur.
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08-14-07, 12:36 PM
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with a top limit of $3k and being okay with Ultegra (which is a great group) you really will find a lot of great options.
08-14-07, 12:39 PM
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My LBS is offering full Ultegra for $2,100 (this season's Madone) I test rode the 08 Madone at Palo Alto Bicycles last week and it was very nice.
08-14-07, 12:49 PM
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...the Missus was a bit surprised though...
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"If you’re new enough [to racing] that you would ask such question, then i would hazard a guess that if you just made up a workout that sounded hard to do, and did it, you’d probably get faster." --the tiniest sprinter
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"If you’re new enough [to racing] that you would ask such question, then i would hazard a guess that if you just made up a workout that sounded hard to do, and did it, you’d probably get faster." --the tiniest sprinter
08-14-07, 12:51 PM
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Bike shops have been closing out the 2007 Trek Madone 5.2's for $2000. If you can still find one, that's a bargain price for a very nice bike. The 2008 Madone is nicer, but costs around $3500.
08-14-07, 01:40 PM
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Scott CR1. Not that I'm biased or anything (I've had mine for what, a couple of months now?).
08-14-07, 02:03 PM
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I just went through the same thing - although it's 40th birthday for me not 50th.
I decided to go full carbon, Ultegra, more relaxed geometry given all factors.
Everything I rode was great - so I knew it was going to come down to specific fit, LBS and ultimately the real factors: bling and wow factor.
Here's what I rode-tested: Lemond, Cannondale Synapse, Guru custom, Serotta Ti/Carbon, Scott CR1, Specialized Roubaix, Trek Madone, Bianchi c2c 928, Giant OCR. Didn't test ride the Orbea Onix although I wanted to.
I bought a Cannondale Synapse Carbon 1. Why? Fit was really great for me, I was sold on the user reviews about the 'alchemy' of the Synapse frame. I found the black color cool. And most of all I really liked the LBS. Almost bought the Scott given bling although I didn't like the LBS and it didn't seem like it'd be as comfortable at mile 50 of a ride.
My old bike was almost 15 years old -- the technology has advanced so much. I really love my new bike.
Good luck!
I decided to go full carbon, Ultegra, more relaxed geometry given all factors.
Everything I rode was great - so I knew it was going to come down to specific fit, LBS and ultimately the real factors: bling and wow factor.
Here's what I rode-tested: Lemond, Cannondale Synapse, Guru custom, Serotta Ti/Carbon, Scott CR1, Specialized Roubaix, Trek Madone, Bianchi c2c 928, Giant OCR. Didn't test ride the Orbea Onix although I wanted to.
I bought a Cannondale Synapse Carbon 1. Why? Fit was really great for me, I was sold on the user reviews about the 'alchemy' of the Synapse frame. I found the black color cool. And most of all I really liked the LBS. Almost bought the Scott given bling although I didn't like the LBS and it didn't seem like it'd be as comfortable at mile 50 of a ride.
My old bike was almost 15 years old -- the technology has advanced so much. I really love my new bike.
Good luck!
08-14-07, 02:07 PM
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I'm awfully pleased with my '06 Specialized Tarmac Expert with full Ultegra. If I'd kept shopping I probably would've gotten sidetracked with a Scott, perhaps a Trek Madone, a Giant TCR, or maybe an Orbea. I have no regrets as to what I purchased though - it's a spectacular bike.
08-14-07, 02:18 PM
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Road Bike Action just did a nice review of the Ibis Silk Carbon; really liked it. $3000 for Ultegra and Easton.
https://www.ibiscycles.com/road/
It might be more in line with the great ride of your Serotta.
https://www.ibiscycles.com/road/
It might be more in line with the great ride of your Serotta.
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I rode Madone, Tarmac and eventually settled on a 07 Roubaix Expert with the SRAM Rival group. Haven't had it too long but was definitely the most comfortable and best fit for me of the ones I tried. Also, picked it up on sale for $2,499 at the LBS...
08-14-07, 02:24 PM
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Thanks for all the great replies so far guys!
Samboo: Very specific, detailed info. Thanks
Samboo: Very specific, detailed info. Thanks
08-14-07, 05:15 PM
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I have just started to investigate my options. For my 50th B-day in 45 days I thought I would get a new road bike as my Sertta is now 17 years old.
Does not need to be high end grouppo as technology moves along so quickly so Ultegra is OK.
What do you people on BF suggest I test ride?
Gerry
Does not need to be high end grouppo as technology moves along so quickly so Ultegra is OK.
What do you people on BF suggest I test ride?
Gerry
I'm biased. Go with a Pinarello Prince... Okay, you'll need to spend a bit more.
08-14-07, 05:31 PM
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My LBS has the Specialize Tarmac Expert - ultegra and durs ace rear derailer - $1999
I'm holding out for a Pinarello as well - I just like the looks.
I'm holding out for a Pinarello as well - I just like the looks.
08-14-07, 05:33 PM
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If you have time to search for deals and can build your own you could get something really nice and custom. This past winter I built this, here are the specs.
All prices include shipping
$744 2006 Look 555 Frame and Fork Used, but in perfect condition. Someone bought the wrong size.
$1270 2007 Campagnolo Record Ultra Torque CT group 8 Piece
$696 2007 Campagnolo Eurus wheel set
$258 2007 Token Handlebars, Stem, and computer mount
$115 2007 Cinelli Ram Seat post
$54 2007 Eggbeaters C
$12 2007 Deda Silver Carbon Bar Tape
Xmas 2006 Specialized Silver Alias saddle
Xmas 2007 Cat Eye Atrale 8 computer
Old Bike 2006 Bontrager XXX lite Carbon bottle cages
Old Bike 2006 Bontrager Racelite 700x23 tires (soon to be pro race 2 in light silver)
$3149 Total spent
16.2 LBS Total weight (everything but water bottles and me)
All prices include shipping
$744 2006 Look 555 Frame and Fork Used, but in perfect condition. Someone bought the wrong size.
$1270 2007 Campagnolo Record Ultra Torque CT group 8 Piece
$696 2007 Campagnolo Eurus wheel set
$258 2007 Token Handlebars, Stem, and computer mount
$115 2007 Cinelli Ram Seat post
$54 2007 Eggbeaters C
$12 2007 Deda Silver Carbon Bar Tape
Xmas 2006 Specialized Silver Alias saddle
Xmas 2007 Cat Eye Atrale 8 computer
Old Bike 2006 Bontrager XXX lite Carbon bottle cages
Old Bike 2006 Bontrager Racelite 700x23 tires (soon to be pro race 2 in light silver)
$3149 Total spent
16.2 LBS Total weight (everything but water bottles and me)
08-14-07, 05:40 PM
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Orbea Onix TDF...ultegra...$2400...nice
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I was in my local Trek dealer today and they had the Discovery branded Madone 5.2 for $1999. I really wish I was in the market for a new bike because I would give that bike a serious look for that price.
08-14-07, 07:27 PM
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While everyone is recommending good bikes it would really help to know what type of riding you plan to do. As some have stated and I would have suggested, the Madone is a GREAT buy for the money right now if your looking for a aggressive/race type geometry, the Roubaix Expert is also a GREAT buy IMO and can be set up in multiple ways to allow you to be as aggressive or relaxed as you want.
08-14-07, 07:42 PM
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But I shelled out the 1999$ sale price for it.
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I have just started to investigate my options. For my 50th B-day in 45 days I thought I would get a new road bike as my Sertta is now 17 years old.
Does not need to be high end grouppo as technology moves along so quickly so Ultegra is OK.
What do you people on BF suggest I test ride?
Gerry
Does not need to be high end grouppo as technology moves along so quickly so Ultegra is OK.
What do you people on BF suggest I test ride?
Gerry
08-14-07, 07:55 PM
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While everyone is recommending good bikes it would really help to know what type of riding you plan to do. As some have stated and I would have suggested, the Madone is a GREAT buy for the money right now if your looking for a aggressive/race type geometry, the Roubaix Expert is also a GREAT buy IMO and can be set up in multiple ways to allow you to be as aggressive or relaxed as you want.
My vintage bike's geometry was once considered "race steep" but is more like a touring bike by modern standards.
I am looking for a racing bike to do my training rides. I am not of the Rivendell philosophy.
