Wilier La Triestina 105

[STEPHAN DAVIS]

Anyone out there got one of these? Thinking about getting myself a new bike next month and this is top of my wish list at the moment.

Thanks

 

[NotFabian]

The campag version of this bike was my first road bike, they didnt provide shimano versions then, something about loyalty to Italian brands...anyway, I really love this wee bike, it's partly responsible for me getting hooked on cycling, I have 3 bikes now and even started racing last year, its my winter trainer now but still my favourite. Each to their own ref. bikes but I've enjoyed this one, it's not the usual Cannondale/Spesh/Giant and you may well get a different recommendation from each member on here.

 

[STEPHAN DAVIS]

Thanks - that's just what I wanted to hear. Hopefully going to try one out in the next few weeks.

 

[NotFabian]

Let me know how you get on

 

[User482]

I have a Wilier Mortirolo - it's a dream to ride, and very comfortable for long distances.

 

[STEPHAN DAVIS]

Thanks for your help. I'm getting good vibes about this one. I've got a test ride next Saturday so fingers crossed.

 

[vickster]

A member called nick_g picked up a barely used Wilier a little while back, was very happy with it. I can't recall the spec, perhaps search for his posts

 

[STEPHAN DAVIS]

Had my test ride this morning. Very nice bike, so now have a really difficult decision to make. Feel like I need to try the Defy 1 before I make my mind up.

 

[okeydokey79]

i looked at the 105 and rode it lovely bike but shame i couldnt get it on the c2w scheme in the end went for the forme longcliffe 1(105) matt black and very happy with it now.

 

[nickg]

Yes, I bought the Wilier Montegrappa. Awesome bike I must say and very nice to ride. I was lucky though and as.said, I got it asecond hand at a great price.

 

[Kies]

Had my test ride this morning. Very nice bike, so now have a really difficult decision to make. Feel like I need to try the Defy 1 before I make my mind up.

I have a Defy 1 .... Will be interesting to hear your thoughts on it,compared to the Wilier

 

[STEPHAN DAVIS]

It felt and looked like a really nice bike but I'm just not sure why the extra £200 compared to the Defy1?

 

[vickster]

Cache and Willier make and sell rather fewer bikes than the World's largest manufacturer - less buying power, fewer units upon which to turn a profit

Maybe look at the whole spec, see what's better - wheels, tyres, saddle?

 

[STEPHAN DAVIS]

I've had a good look at the specs but unfortunately I don't have the experience to know the differences between the various components? I've got a month to make up my mind so will investigate further.

 

[vickster]

Go with the one that tugs at your heart strings, if you can afford both, don't choose tHe cheaper one if it doesn't speak to you, you'll only regret it. Of course you might love the cheaper one more

Why not post links to the two bikes so more experienced members can comment on the specs