Whats The Best Tri Bike ?
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zagfan posted 24 weeks ago.
The one that fits you and makes you want to get outside and ride.
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j.qualle posted 24 weeks ago.
zagfan wrote:
The one that fits you and makes you want to get outside and ride.
Nice advice!!!
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Tamara posted 24 weeks ago.
Zagfan is absolutely right. The one that fits, that you can afford, and that makes you want to put in the miles.
Truly, it's not a flippant response. It's easy to get caught up in this or that brand, or wanting to ride what your favorite pro rides, or what your local bike shop (LBS) has in stock. The right bike is tough to find though. Take time to get fitted appropriately, test ride different bikes. I personally visited 4 different bike stores and tried half a dozen different brands before settling on mine.
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Ironmom posted 24 weeks ago.
zagfan wrote:
The one that fits you and makes you want to get outside and ride.
+ a million!
Like Tamara, I rode about a dozen bikes before falling in love with mine. It's not the sleekest, sexiest, most aero bike, but it fits me like a glove and I can ride it forever. I just love it.
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gfd posted 24 weeks ago.
I also agree with fit. All the major brands are making high quality aero-frames with basically the same materials. For example,I don't think you are going to get a responses like, "The Trek is much faster than the Cervelo and the Quintana Roo". There are only a few component groups to choose from with tri bikes as well. Do some research on the parts the bikes you are interested in are specd with and make sure you take your time and try out each bike.
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dscf23 posted 24 weeks ago.
I am considering the motobecane nemesis, because its the only one I can afford that has the geometry I like. For 300 usd for the frame, I think it is a good buy. Can anyone comment on this frame?
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tri_guy_40 posted 24 weeks ago.
Well, if money is no object - consider getting fitted for the Cervelo P4 - what a beaut! That'll make you wanna get outside and ride!
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TriSooner posted 24 weeks ago.
zagfan wrote:
The one that fits you and makes you want to get outside and ride.
+1 With that said, you should familiarize yourself with the differences between road geometry and tri geometry (one may feel better than the other); the inherent aero differences; frame materials; and difference$ among groupset$ (Shimano, Sram, and Campy). Do your research. Use your LBS as a testing facility. Make a committment and don't look back.
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Tamara posted 24 weeks ago.
tri_guy_40 wrote:
Well, if money is no object - consider getting fitted for the Cervelo P4 - what a beaut! That'll make you wanna get outside and ride!
-1. That's exactly what you shouldn't do. The Cervelo P4 is indeed a cool looking bike -- but if it doesn't fit or meet the needs of a particular triathlete, then it's money wasted.
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kaolelo posted 24 weeks ago.
one strategy is to get fitted at your lbs, and then look for that bike on craigslist or ebay. remember, when you ride your bike out the door of the lbs, you are usually losing at least 15% in depreciation. better to buy something used and in good shape, then to waste money on something new (speaking from someone who is lusting after a new frame) . . .
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Triguy98 posted 24 weeks ago.
dscf23 wrote:
I am considering the motobecane nemesis, because its the only one I can afford that has the geometry I like. For 300 usd for the frame, I think it is a good buy. Can anyone comment on this frame?
You would be surprised what you can afford used with some patience. for $600, I got a QR Caliente frame set in like new shape. There are deals out there. Don't just jump on a subpar product because you think it's all you can afford. Take your time, get a fit and bike recommendation. The Nemesis might not fit you properly, and you might be throwing away that money.
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Whats the best Tri bike ?