I found out yesterday that I have a chance to snag a new roadie at a smokin price. The only hang up is that I can't ride them first, so fit and feel is a great unknown for me. That said, I'm pretty average in terms of height, build, etc., so most "off the shelf" 55/56cm bikes fit me pretty well.
I've always lusted after Look bikes, and I've wanted to try a nice carbon frame for a couple of years now. However, with the chance to get a Lightspeed or Seven Ti frame for basically the same price as the Look carbon, I'm thinking...
Right now I'm riding a steel frame. I like the solid feel of steel - not jarring, doesn't feel like it's going to fall apart under me, even on rough roads, etc. I love the ride, how it feels, but I would like something a bit quicker. Lighter would be good, though not essential, and I do have a touch of bike snob in me, so...
So with all that said, would you suggest carbon or ti for me? A lot of things will have to fall into place just right for me to pull the trigger on this, but is sure is fun to think about.
One other question, though on a different topic. What is the difference/advantages/disadvantages of a tubular wheelset vs clincher?
I've always lusted after Look bikes, and I've wanted to try a nice carbon frame for a couple of years now. However, with the chance to get a Lightspeed or Seven Ti frame for basically the same price as the Look carbon, I'm thinking...
Right now I'm riding a steel frame. I like the solid feel of steel - not jarring, doesn't feel like it's going to fall apart under me, even on rough roads, etc. I love the ride, how it feels, but I would like something a bit quicker. Lighter would be good, though not essential, and I do have a touch of bike snob in me, so...
So with all that said, would you suggest carbon or ti for me? A lot of things will have to fall into place just right for me to pull the trigger on this, but is sure is fun to think about.
One other question, though on a different topic. What is the difference/advantages/disadvantages of a tubular wheelset vs clincher?