Madone 5.5 vs Cervelo R3SL
05-19-09, 04:56 PM
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Madone 5.5 vs Cervelo R3SL
My LBS still have a 5.5 madone and a cervelo R3SL. Is the R3SL worth the extra $1500 more than the 5.5 or should I stick with the 5.5 madone. I ride everyday about 20 miles and weekend for about 30+. I like the fact that the Cevelo is so light and the head tube is lower. however, 5.5 is cheaper and I might be able to spend the extra $1500 on a better set of wheel. What do you think?
05-19-09, 08:12 PM
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Can you use the more 'racey' geometry of the cervelo? In other words, are you going to remove all of the spacers, flip the stem, and ride/race in the drops for any amount of time? If not, go with the trek and it's more relaxed and softer ride. If you are, go with the cervelo and it's more aggressive and stiff ride.
Your fit, position on the bike, and use of the bike matter more than what brand frame you are on, which wheels you have, or how much the frame weighs (within reason of course).
Your fit, position on the bike, and use of the bike matter more than what brand frame you are on, which wheels you have, or how much the frame weighs (within reason of course).
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I don't think i would be able to lower the stem and position myself at a 'racey' geometry. but one thing that it struck my of Cervelo is it's low weight.
I was thinking if i get the R3, i might be better off to get a Madone pro series.
I was thinking if i get the R3, i might be better off to get a Madone pro series.
