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Old 06-15-14 | 02:00 PM
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After my first question i was looking for a GIANT TCR ADVANCED SL that i found with ultegra DI2 10speed for approx 2500 euros.
But yesterday my favorite bike shops proposed a fantastic BMC GRANFONDO 01 full ultegra 6800 11 speed at the same price but brand new.
I know that these are two different kind of bikes , what should i prefer in your guys opinion ?
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Old 06-15-14 | 06:42 PM
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BMC Gran fondo... The new 6800 I think is better than the old Di2. It is also new. The TCR is one heck of a bike (I own one) but going used carbon is a little tricky and that is a lot of money for a bike. Also, with the BMC I'd think you have better dealer support since it is new.
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Old 06-16-14 | 04:55 AM
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BMC Gran fondo... The new 6800 I think is better than the old Di2. It is also new. The TCR is one heck of a bike (I own one) but going used carbon is a little tricky and that is a lot of money for a bike. Also, with the BMC I'd think you have better dealer support since it is new.
Thanks for your help isberrios i forgot to tell you that the granfondo bmc is brand new but its a 2013 model
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Old 06-16-14 | 05:02 AM
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I see that picture and it confirms, GF01. It's ok if it's a 13. I dont think the model has changed for 2014. Even if it is a 2013 you should get your dealer support in terms of lifetime adjustments, maybe some discounts in some gear and you can probably budge a pro fit in there as well. Go get it man. That's a sweet bike.
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Old 06-16-14 | 09:48 AM
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Di2 is soooooooo much nicer. Can't really compare 2 bikes with mechanical and electric.
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Old 06-16-14 | 09:53 AM
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The BMC for 3 reasons:

1. From you "favorite bike shop"
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Old 06-16-14 | 10:07 AM
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Get the one that fits better. If they both fit you well then get the one that rides better.

I've ridden the GF01 and its a very nice bike. Personally the Team machine SLR01 was a better fit for me so thats what I bought.

The giant is also a very nice bike.
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Old 06-16-14 | 10:38 AM
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The Giant is a race geo and BMC is endurance geo. Probably should decide which is better suited for you and test ride them both
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I have a problem with my lower back , it's a disc protrusion so i will choose the bike with an higher head tube .
Consider that BMC it's suitable for long rides should be more comfortable than Giant TCR that is maybe more racing .
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