First Road bike (Allez Elite) and couldn't be happier
06-27-11, 09:12 PM
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First Road bike (Allez Elite) and couldn't be happier
Last year I started getting into biking and was using my old mountain bike with road tires, just when I was about to upgrade to a road bike I get rear ended and was out of commission until about a month ago. I've been doing research on bikes recently and just made the move today. I went to my lbs and picked up a 2011 Allez Elite compact($899) Riding this bike compared to my old mountain bike was like night and day, and the position was more relaxed on my herniated disk as well. Can't wait until I get to ride it tomorrow, such a great feeling.
Thats all, just wanted to say how excited I am. Hooray!
Thats all, just wanted to say how excited I am. Hooray!
06-27-11, 10:53 PM
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In 2006 I commuted on an old full sussy mountain bike with slicks. In the beginning of October I bought myself an early birthday present, a 2006 Allez Elite triple. Eight months later I finished building up a 2006 S-Works Tarmac SL with DA and then did a very hilly double century.
The Allez is like a gateway drug.
The Allez is like a gateway drug.
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06-27-11, 11:22 PM
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Go get em man! Grats on the new ride. I just picked up an Allez for my crit bike and enjoy it as well.
06-27-11, 11:26 PM
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06-28-11, 08:29 AM
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I just picked up the same bike but with a reg double. Glad you're enjoying it as much as I like mine.
I see the new Elite has changed some since mine was made. I've got the carbon fork, seatpost, and seat stays with the "zertz" or whatever inserts.
I see the new Elite has changed some since mine was made. I've got the carbon fork, seatpost, and seat stays with the "zertz" or whatever inserts.
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06-28-11, 10:18 AM
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Congrats man. I just got my first road bike too, although i only got the Allez sport triple. Loving it so far
I've also had a history of back issues, mainly golf injuries. I dont feel any discomfort on the allez at all
I've also had a history of back issues, mainly golf injuries. I dont feel any discomfort on the allez at all
06-28-11, 11:00 AM
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it doesnt matter what you ride as long as you love it. if you dont love it....get a new bike.
that said, I love my 2011 allez with rival and easton ea90slx wheels....I prefer white frames.
that said, I love my 2011 allez with rival and easton ea90slx wheels....I prefer white frames.
06-28-11, 11:34 AM
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Where's your LBS? That's a great deal @ 899!. I can't seem to find the Elite anywhere for under $1100.
06-28-11, 02:47 PM
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Congrats, man! You got a good deal. I picked up a 2010 Allez Elite Compact late last year for $1050 at my LBS but got the 105 Group. It's a great bike and I've put almost 2K miles on it with no issues.
Enjoy!!
Enjoy!!
06-28-11, 09:37 PM
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Pronounce it however you want. I do it wrong consistently. Italians are gay. Allez is a gateway drug.
06-29-11, 10:49 AM
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Glad to know you are riding!
Now, post pics of your bike!
Now, post pics of your bike!
06-29-11, 11:53 AM
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You got a steal, maybe the guy that rang you up just started... The bike @ Brands is listed at $1250.
https://brandscycle.com/product/speci...ct-75104-1.htm
https://brandscycle.com/product/speci...ct-75104-1.htm
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It's too bad that the Allez Elite no longer comes with the 105 groupo. I think the new Allez Comp is more comparable to the 2010 Elite with the 105s. Yes, the Allez is a gateway drug. Ride on!
06-29-11, 02:16 PM
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Congrats! Ride, Ride, Ride!
Where are any of the pictures in this thread? Kinda like a thread that starts off "Im sleeping with a hot nympho with a flashing problem" and no pictures...
Where are any of the pictures in this thread? Kinda like a thread that starts off "Im sleeping with a hot nympho with a flashing problem" and no pictures...
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