I have had my CX bike professionally fit. It was a huge improvement and I get down quite low on the hoods with my arms extended. The drops are just too low. I would ned to buy a set of bars with shallower drops. I am squeezing every bit of efficiency and areodynamics I can out of my current bike but it's not enough. The bike is heavy (comparitvely speaking) and I've decided that rather than spend an more on the CX bike it's time for a significant upgrade to get some real road performance. I'll have whatever bike I choose fitted as well.
My problem at the moment is that I'm struggling to figure out which road bike is going to give me the best bang for my buck. I've been doing research and haunting bike shops for almost a year but can't seem to make a final decision as every time I turn around I'm exposed to more options. I've been getting lots of avice but much of it based on the shop employee's desire to promote their store's brands.
Given my budget I believe I will have to buy off the rack rather than purchase a frame and components. I realize that there's no magic answer or "best" bike.
I have had my CX bike professionally fit. It was a huge improvement and I get down quite low on the hoods with my arms extended. The drops are just too low. I would ned to buy a set of bars with shallower drops. I am squeezing every bit of efficiency and areodynamics I can out of my current bike but it's not enough. The bike is heavy (comparitvely speaking) and I've decided that rather than spend an more on the CX bike it's time for a significant upgrade to get some real road performance. I'll have whatever bike I choose fitted as well.
My problem at the moment is that I'm struggling to figure out which road bike is going to give me the best bang for my buck. I've been doing research and haunting bike shops for almost a year but can't seem to make a final decision as every time I turn around I'm exposed to more options. I've been getting lots of avice but much of it based on the shop employee's desire to promote their store's brands.
Given my budget I believe I will have to buy off the rack rather than purchase a frame and components. I realize that there's no magic answer or "best" bike.
Leroy, why the preference for SRAM?
For best bang for the buck, it's gonna be hard to beat a super six... they're great rides and the non hi-mod versions are really reasonably priced.
I prefer SRAM cause it's just a bit racier IMO... whereas Shimano shifts like a 1985 Cadillac, SRAM shifts like a 2010 Porsche. I also prefer the shift mechanism using a single lever as opposed to Shimano's STI where the whole brake lever swings. Functionally, they both work great... SRAM just feels snappier to me.
what do you guys think about the specialized allez sport compact. i want to buy it as my first road bike. i'm planning on using it both for getting in better shape for mountain biking and racing from time to time.i'm obviously on a budget.
what do you guys think about the specialized allez sport compact. i want to buy it as my first road bike. i'm planning on using it both for getting in better shape for mountain biking and racing from time to time.i'm obviously on a budget.
If you're gonna race, don't get a compact crankset... other than that, solid enough starter bike. There's definitely better to be had but you could also do a lot worse. You getting a deal on it or what made you choose that bike?
what do you guys think about the specialized allez sport compact. i want to buy it as my first road bike. i'm planning on using it both for getting in better shape for mountain biking and racing from time to time.i'm obviously on a budget.
If you're gonna race, don't get a compact crankset... other than that, solid enough starter bike. There's definitely better to be had but you could also do a lot worse. You getting a deal on it or what made you choose that bike?
nothing special..where i live there are 3 bike shops .1 for giant 1 for trek and 1 for specialized. i don't really like the giant store. the trek's are out of my price range so i thought specialized was the best choice and for my budget it just seems like a good bike to me.
I don't see what the issue is. If I was cycling along that road, that is exactly where I would cycle in the road as it is the safest place. If I cycled close to the path then I would have to weave around the cars meaning I was more of a liability to be hit. Also you are giving adequate room to the parked cars if someone swings there door open. Just because there is a cycle lane or picture of a cyclist doesn't mean you have to cycle there which the rest of article seems to be moaning about.
I believe it's real actually... was in the news on Yahoo here in the states the other day.
Pretty sure it's a shoop
It's not actually a cycle lane at all. Cycle lanes must have boundary lines. These markings are apparently are to indicate that cyclists use this road frequently.
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