New Buyer Q - Trek, Lemond, Litespeed, Cdale
02-27-04, 09:55 AM
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New Buyer Q - Trek, Lemond, Litespeed, Cdale
I am looking at upgrading my old '92 Specialized Cro-moly bike. I am looking for a bike to do 10 -15 mi rides during the week, 30-40 mi on weekend and working to centuries, etc.
I have been looking at a range of bikes/materials:
Al - Trek 2200, Cdale R1000
Ti - Litespeed Teramo/Firenze
Carbon - Trek 5200
Mix - Lemond Buenos Aires
I realize that the selection will ultimately be a big factor of fit and setup but I was wondering people's experience was with these bikes - especially anything negative or things I should look for during a road test.
Thanks
Mike
I have been looking at a range of bikes/materials:
Al - Trek 2200, Cdale R1000
Ti - Litespeed Teramo/Firenze
Carbon - Trek 5200
Mix - Lemond Buenos Aires
I realize that the selection will ultimately be a big factor of fit and setup but I was wondering people's experience was with these bikes - especially anything negative or things I should look for during a road test.
Thanks
Mike
02-27-04, 10:21 AM
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Ride and fit are everything - try them all, and you should be able to tell some real differences in how they fit YOU, and how the road "feels" - something that WE can't provide you.
That said, I have the '04 Buenos Aires, and I love it. It fit me perfectly, rides great, looks great - and was a good value at that price point, IMO.
Try this site for road test tips:
https://www.chainreaction.com/roadbiketestrides.htm
Good luck, and have fun!
That said, I have the '04 Buenos Aires, and I love it. It fit me perfectly, rides great, looks great - and was a good value at that price point, IMO.
Try this site for road test tips:
https://www.chainreaction.com/roadbiketestrides.htm
Good luck, and have fun!
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02-27-04, 10:25 AM
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I have a Tuscany and like the tradition frame more than the compact frame. I considered the 5200 before I picked the Tuscany, so I'd say go with the Fireze or 5200.
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There are many great bikes in that price range. I'd try several before deciding.
For long distance riding, comfort is very important. I would also look at a couple of lite touring bikes like the Gunnar Sport.
For long distance riding, comfort is very important. I would also look at a couple of lite touring bikes like the Gunnar Sport.
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I ride a Lemond, and love it... it is a very smooth bike, and it fits me well... remember (as I'm sure everyone will drill into you here) Fit is EVERYTHING... if the bike doesn;t fit right... you will not want to ride it as much... especially if you are gonna ride centuries
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