Buying New Road Bike

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03-18-04, 07:58 PM

Robertp

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Buying New Road Bike

I have owned a Klien Attitude Comp Mountain bike for the past three years and am getting ready to buy a road bike. I am trying to decide between the Cannondale R800 or the Trek 2100. Does anyone have anty advice?

03-18-04, 09:19 PM

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Yes i have advise.... Get a BIANCHI

03-18-04, 10:54 PM

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Ummmm...make sure whatever you buy fits and is comfortable.

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03-18-04, 11:11 PM

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The Cannondale and the Trek would both be great bikes.

As 55/Rad says, fit is paramount. Any decent LBS will be happy for you to take the bikes for a test ride, and at that price point should also offer a free fitting service (usually on a trainer, where they'll change out the stem and make adjustments to make sure you're comfortable on the frame).

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03-19-04, 12:19 AM

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Im with bianchi_rider...go ride a bianchi

03-19-04, 07:46 AM

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03-19-04, 08:00 AM

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