I'm thinking of getting a new ride. I can't really afford it, but road biking is the only activity that I can do -and- like to do on a regular basis. So I'm thinking, maybe a new ride. I stopped by my LBS and they have these bikes that are appropriate for my style of riding -- casual rides, longer distances, 5-6 100+miles (some supported, some solo), 5000miles/yr.
I'd appreciate your feedback on 'em. Basically, is there a significant reason to spend more than the Pro?
2004 Fuji Roubaix Pro : $950
Lemond Croix de Fer : $1250
Lemond Sarthe : $1650 (2005? It's got Veloce 10-speed)
Litespeed Firenze : $1900
I forgot to ask the guy what year the other bikes are *shrugs*
Also, if ya know wheels, could ya give me a quick break down on how these five compare to each other:
1. Mavic OP w/Ult -- currently riding.
2. Ritchey OCR Pro Road w/ Ritchey Comp Road hubs, Ritchey/DT Double Butted Stainless spokes on the Fuji.
3. Bontrager Select Road wheelsystem on the Croix de Fer
4. Bontrager Race Lite on the Sarthe
5. FSA RD 80 on the Firenze.
TIA!
I'd appreciate your feedback on 'em. Basically, is there a significant reason to spend more than the Pro?
2004 Fuji Roubaix Pro : $950
Lemond Croix de Fer : $1250
Lemond Sarthe : $1650 (2005? It's got Veloce 10-speed)
Litespeed Firenze : $1900
I forgot to ask the guy what year the other bikes are *shrugs*
Also, if ya know wheels, could ya give me a quick break down on how these five compare to each other:
1. Mavic OP w/Ult -- currently riding.
2. Ritchey OCR Pro Road w/ Ritchey Comp Road hubs, Ritchey/DT Double Butted Stainless spokes on the Fuji.
3. Bontrager Select Road wheelsystem on the Croix de Fer
4. Bontrager Race Lite on the Sarthe
5. FSA RD 80 on the Firenze.
TIA!