TREK vs Cannondale purchase decision
12-31-10 | 07:18 PM
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TREK vs Cannondale purchase decision
Hi All,
Please be patient, first post.
I am considering a new road bike purchase after 12 years. I am 47 and what I would call a casual rider. (50-100 miles a week, March-Sept). Hibernation or indoor workouts during other months.
Don't have a large budget $1,000-$1500 but I have narrowed it down to two.
Cannondale Synapase Ultegra ($1350) vs Trek 2.1 ($1200)
any thoughts?
Please be patient, first post.
I am considering a new road bike purchase after 12 years. I am 47 and what I would call a casual rider. (50-100 miles a week, March-Sept). Hibernation or indoor workouts during other months.
Don't have a large budget $1,000-$1500 but I have narrowed it down to two.
Cannondale Synapase Ultegra ($1350) vs Trek 2.1 ($1200)
any thoughts?
01-01-11 | 06:30 AM
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From: Houston TX area
Bikes: Trek 1420 triple, Mercier Corvus, Globe 1 700, Surly Disc Trucker, GT Avalanche, GT Grade, GT Helion, Mercier Corvus, Motobacane Boris X7 Fat Bikes,
Trek Versus
If you can put a bike together look into www.bikesdirect.com
to stretch your dollar.
which bike shop is closer?
to stretch your dollar.
which bike shop is closer?
01-01-11 | 08:12 AM
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At this price range bikes are similar. I usually advise people to consider which feels better riding (if you can test ride) and which bike shop you prefer.
01-01-11 | 10:21 AM
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You will ride the bike that fits the best.
Brand doesn't matter, Fit does.
A friendly bike shop can become your friend with quick help for questions and warranty work when needed.
Brand doesn't matter, Fit does.
A friendly bike shop can become your friend with quick help for questions and warranty work when needed.
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01-07-11 | 02:01 PM
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Bikes: 1968 Falcon San Remo 1973 Raleigh International, 1974 Schwinn Suburban, 1987 Schwinn High Sierra, 1992 Univega Ultraleggera, 2007 Dahon Vitesse DH7G
I second BikesDirect - you can get a lot of bang for your buck.
01-08-11 | 12:52 PM
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From: Just NW of Richardson Bike Mart
Bikes: '05 Trek 1200 / '90 Trek 8000 / '? Falcon Europa
Ride them both for as long as the shop will let you and buy the one that feels the best.
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