Dilemma

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zsadiq1

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I have been reading reviews etc over the last few months about various road bikes but I'm still unsure as to the type of bike that I want. I was hooked on buying a carbon bike (my budget is around £1500) but I know that it may get damaged easily. However, the feel of the carbon bike ride may make it worth the risk. I have been looking at Giant TCR Advanced or Trek Madone 5.2.

On the other hand, the new alloy bikes are also pretty good (eg CorractecRT Corones) and are less likely to be irreversibly damaged in day to day falls and injuries.

I would be grateful for any advice from experienced cyclists.
 
My choice

http://www.evanscycles.com/products...oogle&utm_medium=froogle&utm_campaign=froogle

I have the 2008 R4 which is the same spec as above. Fantastic bike IMO
 
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zsadiq1

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I guess I wanted advice more on the carbon vs light alloy debate rather than which cycle people prefer.
 

blazed

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zsadiq1 said:
I guess I wanted advice more on the carbon vs light alloy debate rather than which cycle people prefer.

OOOoooooooOOOO soooooooooooooooooo sorrrrrrryyy.
 
Aluminium bikes can be as stiff if not stiffer but give a harsher ride.

If you are doing 10 - 20 mile time trials there's probably not a lot in it but if you are racing 80 - 100 miles the carbon option would be better.

Personally if I had the choice between a top-end aluminium frame and and a comparatively priced bottom-end carbon frame I'd take the former any day.
 

threebikesmcginty

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I thought you wanted carbon!

Can't see what the dilemma is though if you've the dosh - try some, buy the one you like. £1500 will get you a good bike in carbon or alu.

My preference would be the same as acc'p - I'd rather top end alu than low end carbon.
 

lukesdad

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accountantpete said:
Aluminium bikes can be as stiff if not stiffer but give a harsher ride.

If you are doing 10 - 20 mile time trials there's probably not a lot in it but if you are racing 80 - 100 miles the carbon option would be better.

Personally if I had the choice between a top-end aluminium frame and and a comparitvely priced bottom-end carbon frame I'd take the former any day.

spot on id say
 
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