So, I have some $ and I need to decide if I should get a road bike (or cyclocross but that's a completely different debate) or sell my jekyll and put all my $ toward a Yeti 575. Thoughts....anyone?
Decisions, Decisions
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which option would bring the most use?
That's what I am trying to figure out...I would use the road bike to train and ride when I can't get to the trails on my XC bike, BUT I have been drooling over the Yeti for 2 seasons now...also, I have never ridden a road bike so I am not sure if I will even like it.greenchris said:
I love my 575. HOWEVER, it really depends on the riding you do on a regular basis.
I'm probably going to get an ASR or even a hardtail because some days the 575 is too much bike for what I'm riding on a daily basis.
I'm probably going to get an ASR or even a hardtail because some days the 575 is too much bike for what I'm riding on a daily basis.
I also have an AS-X for DHing & a hardtail SS (and currently I also have the jekyll for XC racing and a K2 Disco monkey for freeride purposes--yes, I have too many bikes).DRB said:
575 is a really nice bike- hell you can always pick up a used road bike to see if you really like road riding.
If you want to ride road, stick some slicks on your 575. 
I voted to buy a road bike.
I never realized just how much I'd ride a road bike (and actually enjoy it) until I bought one.
If your MTB was a POS, I'd vote for the 575 though.
I never realized just how much I'd ride a road bike (and actually enjoy it) until I bought one.
If your MTB was a POS, I'd vote for the 575 though.
4 mtn bikes & zero road bikes, spend the $ on a road bike ESPECIALLY if you plan on racing XC or 24's
Oh, and buy the road bike so you can ride with us in the CT MS Bike Tour on June 4.
that is a SUPER tough question... what kinda road bike are you lookin at? is there one you are set on? I would maybe suggest a cyclocross bike like a Lemond Poprad, which has a more relaxed geometry to offer more of a MTN type feel rather than a road bike feel. plus the poprad is a great value... and its steel so you get a nice cushy ride...
you can find some great deals on road bikes if you aren't looking for anything special... and just want something to go out and ride, and arent looking to do crits and stuff with... I think you could probably afford to purchase something pretty inexpensive to do training with and then save for a 575...
PS... if the shop Manhattan and I work at becomes a Yeti dealer I'll be able to take care of you on price!!!
let me know what you are looking for and I will see if I can get you any deal at the shop!
you can find some great deals on road bikes if you aren't looking for anything special... and just want something to go out and ride, and arent looking to do crits and stuff with... I think you could probably afford to purchase something pretty inexpensive to do training with and then save for a 575...
PS... if the shop Manhattan and I work at becomes a Yeti dealer I'll be able to take care of you on price!!!
let me know what you are looking for and I will see if I can get you any deal at the shop!
I voted for the roadie, even though the 575 would clearly be more fun. Why? Having a roadie would bring in a whole new type of riding for you. You will now be able to ride when the trails are too wet, on the freakishly warm day in the middle of december when the trails are iced over, etc. And there are 2 other side benefits to having a roadie... one, it's much better on the trainer, IMO... and two, the bigger gears on a roadie (especially if you go with a double and ride any kind of hills) will whip you into shape in half the time compared to a mtn bike.
The more I ride the more I realize that I'd rather have more types (XC, DJ, road, etc.) average bikes than fewer high-end bikes. More types = more ways to ride = more chances to ride. Of course I say that with a 575 and a roadie sitting not 3 feet from me.
The more I ride the more I realize that I'd rather have more types (XC, DJ, road, etc.) average bikes than fewer high-end bikes. More types = more ways to ride = more chances to ride. Of course I say that with a 575 and a roadie sitting not 3 feet from me.
Like someone already says...it depends. My 575 isn't my everyday bike. It's too much for some of the tamer after work trails I hit. I'd say buy it and get a cheaper entry level used road bike until you know you will ride it a lot. Some of the low line mainstream road bikes are really a very good value and will last you awhile.
based on the early poll results here, obviously the choice is clear.
Exactly.Heidi said:
You can always find good deals on used road bikes but don't spend a lot.
LOL! I was running my old hardtail with slicks as my road bike. Trouble is, I couldn't keep up with Sq-Earl then (he was also on an older HT with slicks) and now he has a road bike tooSkaredShtles said:If you want to ride road, stick some slicks on your 575.
It looks like a deadheat to me. You have to add the 2nd&3rd choices together.I Are Baboon said:based on the early poll results here, obviously the choice is clear.
Edit -- 575 takes the lead.
It's summertime. Buy the 575 and ride trails and save some money and buy a road bike in the fall. The road thing is overrated anyway.
If you want to keep up with Sq-Earl, ditch the roadie and the 575 and buy a motorcycle.TreeSaw said:LOL! I was running my old hardtail with slicks as my road bike. Trouble is, I couldn't keep up with Sq-Earl then (he was also on an older HT with slicks) and now he has a road bike too
jacksonpt said:
Best advice ever Now I'll have to convince Sq-Earl 
just look at what the cool kids are doing, like me, Heather M., Sq-Earl...get the roadie!
I know you want to race XC, every single person that I know that does, and is fast has a roadie !!
I know you want to race XC, every single person that I know that does, and is fast has a roadie !!
Get the 575, put road slicks on the hardtail. Riding road is about the ride not about the bike. Get a compact road crank or cyclocross crank along with a road cassette if the MTB gearing doesn't work out. If you like riding road save up and get a road bike later.
Interesting you say that... perhaps it's just the wording and how I interpret it/think of things... and how I ride, but I feel just the opposite. Trail riding is about the ride... bomb around, have fun, ride everything you can (I'm obviously not a racer)... it's an adventure, a rush, and a challenge. Road riding is just the opposite... it's about the connection between you, the bike, and the road... it's spiritual and musical. MTBing is brute-ish, road riding is elegant.Westy said:
looks like someone is saving up for a fully campy/boutique italian frameset ride.jacksonpt said:
na - I love the way my steel Jamis rides. If I were to upgrade, I'd go entry level carbon from Felt. My Yeti was a one-time deal... I love it, but have no need for real high end bikes.narlus said:looks like someone is saving up for a fully campy/boutique italian frameset ride.
Yeah, but as I recall, MBC had to kick your ass to get you on a MTB in the first place...I Are Baboon said:
The beauty of road bikes is that you can spend a bunch of money on one that is a perfect fit for you, and then never buy another one again. In theory of course.narlus said:looks like someone is saving up for a fully campy/boutique italian frameset ride.
I basically agree with everything Jackson said.
If you already have a pretty good mtb/xc and are curious about skinny tires, get a road bike. Having different styles of bikes helps prevent burnout and your fitness can really benefit from a road bike. Just give in to the fact that you are a bike junkie and let it happen, there are far more expensive and harmful vices.
I would rather have 5 decent bikes across a broad spectrum than one or two that are the pimp flavor of the month...that's why I do.
If you already have a pretty good mtb/xc and are curious about skinny tires, get a road bike. Having different styles of bikes helps prevent burnout and your fitness can really benefit from a road bike. Just give in to the fact that you are a bike junkie and let it happen, there are far more expensive and harmful vices.
I would rather have 5 decent bikes across a broad spectrum than one or two that are the pimp flavor of the month...that's why I do.
TreeSaw, if my crystal ball is working properly, it is saying that at some point in the near future you will be towing a child in a trailer behind your bike. Therefore, you should consider this activity before you buy anything. After trying it with all of my mountain bikes, then an old hardtail with slicks, I finally settled on a cyclocross bike with a triple crank. That's what I suggest you buy. It is a good bike for everything other than mountain biking, and you already have plenty of mountain bikes. Then again, if you get a cheap one, you can get the Yeti too...I got mine for $900 no tax no shipping.
If you spend $1500 on a road bike it will weigh 2#s less than if you spent $6500, with road the fit is what counts most. If you buy a 575 it will be a great bike, I love mine. If you don't buy a 575 I'll post a new thread every day about how cool mine is.
You still won't be able to keep up with him on a road bike, then. So I say go for the 575 and put the road bike money into the wee one's college fund.TreeSaw said:LOL! I was running my old hardtail with slicks as my road bike. Trouble is, I couldn't keep up with Sq-Earl then (he was also on an older HT with slicks) and now he has a road bike too
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Cross bike. Sounds like your dirt needs are filled.
NEVER!!!!TreeSaw said:
I missed this the first time through... BAN HER!TreeSaw said:
At one time Instigator had a women's road bike in his basement he was looking to unload. I don't know what size it was or if he still has it, but you might want to talk to him. You have been lusting after the 575 for a while now, but what ever motivates you to ride more is what you should get.
I have no desire to ride anymore, but I still enjoy looking at bikes. If you buy something just because it looks nice, but it doesn't make you want to ride more then it's a waste. i think I would enjoy a road bike, but I can't justify getting one because the drivers around here suck and I end up riding in the dirt on the shoulder anyway. See you this weekend! (Hopefully)
I have no desire to ride anymore, but I still enjoy looking at bikes. If you buy something just because it looks nice, but it doesn't make you want to ride more then it's a waste. i think I would enjoy a road bike, but I can't justify getting one because the drivers around here suck and I end up riding in the dirt on the shoulder anyway. See you this weekend! (Hopefully)
Sorgie said:
Sell the Jeckyl and K2 - get an entry level roadie and apply the other funds toward a 575 fund.
T, that Jeckyl is dope. If it were larger I'd buy it. As far as travel goes, it's perfect for what we ride 99% of the time. I vote keep the J and get a roadie. Or, more importantly, get a FR/DH bike for Jiminy/Diablo/etc.. Didn't you say something about an ASX?
T... you know how I was being all responsible the other day when telling you to get a blah blah blah.......
FVCK THAT GET THE 575
WHOOOOOT WHOOOOOT
its the F'N BOMB n@
it just came in... I have been building it since 11:00 WOW takin my time and helping customers as I go!!!
Just get it!!!! man is it purty!!!
FVCK THAT GET THE 575
WHOOOOOT WHOOOOOT
its the F'N BOMB n@
it just came in... I have been building it since 11:00 WOW takin my time and helping customers as I go!!!
Just get it!!!! man is it purty!!!
575 Just do it, just give it to me if you don't like it. I'll need somewhere around an 18in frame so keep that in mind when you buy it
I picked up a very nice steel road bike off ebay for $125 from a local guy. I got new bars, new cables, did a quick tune-up and it's been great. Unless you plan to get way serious on the road bike, they are expensive.