Originally Posted by
Paul Barnard
Is this the one?
I struggle to describe the ride. A steel bike might be like a Cadillac, a carbon bike may be like a 'Vette. This bike is like a BMW 7 series or maybe a Tesla. Not as sporty as the 'Vette and not as cushy as the Cadillac, but you feel the plush, hushed, sportiness. No creaks, squeaks and clicks. It soaks up road irregularities without making you feel disconnected from the road. A carbon race bike might be said to accelerate like a rocket. This one accelerates like a tuned diesel. Just strong steady spool up. You can't flick it about like a lightweight race bike, but it handles superbly.
I feel the same way about my Rolex watch. Not the most accurate, not the most durable, not the lightest, doesn't have any features, needs to be worn regularly, requires full servicing every 10 years at the cost of a normal wristwatch, etc. But everyone agrees that Rolex watches are the best!