Which is the better bike??

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05-12-11 | 01:34 PM

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urbanknight

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My 2010 2.1 came with Tiagra brakes.

Yeah, Trek's archives say that. This year's comes with Tektro R540. Not a big deal if you ask me, but I do notice a performance difference over my old Ultegra brakes and my new bike's brakes that are so crappy that the manufacturer won't even put its name on them

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05-12-11 | 02:13 PM

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renton

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I did upgrade my brake shoes only from Tiagra to 105 so I can use Kool Stop pads.

05-12-11 | 02:17 PM

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joe_5700

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Really?! Is there a drop in student population, or are they just going to make classroom with 40 kids in it?

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05-12-11 | 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by new_biker_chick

Hey guys, just curious to hear what bike you think is the better entry level road bike for longer rides!

What's your vote between:

Felt F75
Trek 2.1
Cannondale CAAD 10 ( the alum version not the full carbon)
Jamis Ventura race

The are all around the same price, but I wanna get the best bike for my buck!

I actually own a Jamis Ventura Sport, Felt F75 and a Cannondale Synapse Carbon. The F75 is smooth, (mine is a 2009 with carbon seat stays) efficient, fast and comfy enough for all day riding, but still agressive enough to race. The CAAD excels mainly as a race bike. I think you will get more bang for your buck and comfort going with a Felt or even Jamis. The Trek and Cannondale names also comes with a premium.

05-12-11 | 02:47 PM

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StanSeven

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Yeah. Do a test ride and pick the one that feels best. Otherwise go with a Felt or Jamis because everyone else rides Trek and Cannondale.

05-13-11 | 06:35 AM

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So I went to go try out the F75 yesterday and they no longer carry it this season cuz it had a re-call on the fork I guess. ?? So knowing that my geometry is more relaxed what do you think between the Z6 or the Z85?? Since you ride this brand I'm just curious about your opinion? I think I like the look of the z85 but willing to bet the 6 is a better ride ( will test them out on Sat). I also like the wheels on the 85 better than the 6. Is it hard to swap out tires? cost?? Is it worth it??