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Strada Pro by Strada Customs? Anyone try it?

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Old 10-14-13 | 08:35 PM
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Strada Pro by Strada Customs? Anyone try it?

Hello all! I have searched high and low for reviews on this bicycle. Maybe I am not good at searching. Does anyone have experience, knowledge, or/and ownership of the Strada Pro track bike? I know this is discounted because it's last year's model. Or if you can point me into the right direction that is also appreciated. I have attached the photos from the website. This is what is the description on the website:

"Strada Pro Model
Price: From: was $949 now $569
Description:
Introducing the New Strada Pro Model. Without compromising style for performance, the Pro Model is built with a 6061 Aluminum frame with a High Modulus Carbon Fiber fork and fully equipped with a Sugino Messenger crank set. On top its light weight design, the new aero dynamic frame minimizes wind resistance so you can maximize speed. Taking nothing away and upgrading all performance features of our original track bike, our new pro models are for the rider who wants to take their passion to the next level. At last, a professional grade track bicycle at an unbelievable price!

Specifications
· 6061 Aluminium Track Frame
· High Modulus Carbon Fiber Fork
· Sugino Messenger 48T Crankset
· Velo Racing Saddle w/ Chromoly rails
· Maxxis Xenith 700x23C Tires
· Lightweight Aluminum Alloy 43mm Deep V Rims
· VP-A46ACK Threadless Headset
· Wellgo Track Pedals w/ metal toe clips and leather straps
- See more at: https://www.stradacustoms.com/products-page/strada-pro-model#sthash.JBLzEL1G.dpuf"



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Old 10-14-13 | 08:38 PM
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I'd buy it if it said "Strava" instead.
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Old 10-15-13 | 12:29 AM
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I don't even know where to start. Bar angle, chain too tight, possible flat front tire, who lets this stuff get past the initial set up?
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Well, the Deep V rims aren't 'lightweight' though not necessarily boat anchors. No brand? Oh, generic then, so you don't really know much about them.
Those handlebars are not only adjusted badly, they're a horrible shape but maybe you like them.
Saddle - I don't know it but you'll be riding it with padded pants because it won't be comfy after a quarter hour or so if you're not.
Those brake levers might look cool and be easy to remove if you have suicidal tendencies, but you'll find that having brake levers in the tradition road position (ie, hoods) will make for more comfortable riding ... again, personal choices.
And the bike is pretending to be something it's not (a pukka track bike)

Look mate, it's up to you. If that's a genuine discount (and check that), it's probably reasonable value for the item as is, but for personal value, you need to factor in what you need to change to suit you. You'll only look like a dick if you set it up like a dick and then ride it like one. Set it up like a nice bike, practice in secret and then ride it well, and the whole package will look cool.
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Old 10-15-13 | 01:58 AM
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Originally Posted by seau grateau
I'd buy it if it said "Strava" instead.
Cor, talk about brand snobbery

yes, I know what Strava is
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Old 10-15-13 | 10:46 AM
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It's a VISP with press on vinyl decals and a tin can badge....
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Old 10-15-13 | 10:51 AM
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It looks like they use some of the same tubes found on the older Leader 725 (basically all but the top/head tubes), as well as the same dropouts as pre-2013 models.

It's probably not a bad complete bike for $569.
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