Looking for Endurance Road Bike Recommendations
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Looking for Endurance Road Bike Recommendations
Hey all,
I'm looking for a reliable endurance road bike with the following wishlist. I'm a hobby cyclist who does around 100km per week.
Price - approx £1000
Brakes - Disc brakes if possible
Cassette - 10 or 11
Anything out there which might fit that wish list?
Or am I being too stubborn about disc brakes? They really seem to drive the price up. If I had to go with rim brakes, would it introduce more attractive options to buy?
I'm looking for a reliable endurance road bike with the following wishlist. I'm a hobby cyclist who does around 100km per week.
Price - approx £1000
Brakes - Disc brakes if possible
Cassette - 10 or 11
Anything out there which might fit that wish list?
Or am I being too stubborn about disc brakes? They really seem to drive the price up. If I had to go with rim brakes, would it introduce more attractive options to buy?
Last edited by hurla; 07-31-19 at 07:39 AM. Reason: clarify
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Disc brakes are a want, certainly not a need. Watch the tour today? The wicked fast descent and the rim brakes covered it without trouble. Sure, if you are super human like the pros, discs may allow you to brake deeper into a corner, but really, who are we kidding, ourselves? Drop the disc requirement and even the 11 speed requirement and your world will open up. Raise the entry price and your world will turn on its head!
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There is a long distance forum; just scroll down the list of forums Regular posters there might not visit this general cycling forum. Perhaps the moderator can move this thread.
Disc brakes aren't necessary.
Disc brakes aren't necessary.
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The OP didn't say what kind of riding he was going to be doing, so the long distance forum might not be the right place for this thread. There are a number of threads about endurance bikes there though https://www.bikeforums.net/long-dist...rance-cycling/
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Hey all,
I'm looking for a reliable endurance road bike with only the following criteria being non-negotiable.
Any other options such as frame, wheels, etc, I am flexible with:
Price - approx £1000
Brakes - Disc brakes
Cassette - 10 or 11
Anything out there which might fit that wish list?
Or am I being too stubborn about disc brakes? They really seem to drive the price up. If I had to go with rim brakes, would it introduce more attractive options to buy?
I'm looking for a reliable endurance road bike with only the following criteria being non-negotiable.
Any other options such as frame, wheels, etc, I am flexible with:
Price - approx £1000
Brakes - Disc brakes
Cassette - 10 or 11
Anything out there which might fit that wish list?
Or am I being too stubborn about disc brakes? They really seem to drive the price up. If I had to go with rim brakes, would it introduce more attractive options to buy?
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It has been said many time before, if you are going to be on a bike for several hours you want one that fits you and is comfortable. Throw that into your multiple regression equation of what you want versus what you need?
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The OP didn't say what kind of riding he was going to be doing, so the long distance forum might not be the right place for this thread. There are a number of threads about endurance bikes there though https://www.bikeforums.net/long-dist...rance-cycling/
I can move the thread if they want me to.
I can move the thread if they want me to.
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You would think so but not necessarily. My RT-1000 is an endurance bike but was not comfortable to ride until I upgraded my saddle, changed to 28 mm tires and added a Fulcrum wheel set. It is now an enjoyable bike to ride both centuries and long ascents.
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Fuji has some quality options for you and I feel they check every box on your list. I can recommend the Sportif.
Fuji Bikes | Endurance
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Fuji has some quality options for you and I feel they check every box on your list. I can recommend the Sportif.
Fuji Bikes | Endurance
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I just bought a Cannondale Synapse 105 Disc (aluminum) and I think it meets your criteria. There are versions with Sora or Tiara group sets also, so I’m pretty sure there’s a model at your price point. It’s extremely comfortable and fun to ride.
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And I have had no issues. I really like the bike as I have 2000 miles on it now.
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Bro, I think you need to go to some LBSes and ride some bikes. A reviewer's idea of comfort may not be yours.
Also, if you like the upright riding posture, perhaps you need a higher-end hybrid rather than a road bike.
Also, if you like the upright riding posture, perhaps you need a higher-end hybrid rather than a road bike.
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Hey all,
I'm looking for a reliable endurance road bike with only the following criteria being non-negotiable.
Any other options such as frame, wheels, etc, I am flexible with:
Price - approx £1000
Brakes - Disc brakes
Cassette - 10 or 11
Anything out there which might fit that wish list?
Or am I being too stubborn about disc brakes? They really seem to drive the price up. If I had to go with rim brakes, would it introduce more attractive options to buy?
I'm looking for a reliable endurance road bike with only the following criteria being non-negotiable.
Any other options such as frame, wheels, etc, I am flexible with:
Price - approx £1000
Brakes - Disc brakes
Cassette - 10 or 11
Anything out there which might fit that wish list?
Or am I being too stubborn about disc brakes? They really seem to drive the price up. If I had to go with rim brakes, would it introduce more attractive options to buy?
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As noted, I don't know exactly how you intend to ride. But, if you can find a 2018 CAAD 12 W/discs and 105 for your price point, I think you will be very happy. Mine is not disc but I bought it for $1300 and it is quick and comfortable. It's 11 sp w/ mid-compact gearing. Here's a pic:
I found a second hand CAAD X with disc brakes and Shimano 105 for sale online for 600 Euro. The spec looks similar to your bike.
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I don't know if this applies to the bike you saw but there's a recall.....https://www.outsideonline.com/240032...clocross-bikes
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Lots of great options out there, any of the big brands or brands sold at a local specialty bike shop would serve you well. You could also look at some gravel bikes, they typicially have excellent tire clearance and similar geometry to an endurance road bike. Ride a bunch and find what is most comfortable to you and the suits the type of riding you will be doing. The geometry will probably separate how they feel more than the parts on them in the lower price range. Most importantly of all, make sure you get the right size! I learned a very important lesson about sizing when I was new to road riding that cost me a pile of extra money and spent a year trying to make a bike work when it was just the wrong size.
Cannondale Synapse
Giant Defy
Specialized Roubiax
Cervelo C3
Lots of great options out there, any of the big brands or brands sold at a local specialty bike shop would serve you well. You could also look at some gravel bikes, they typicially have excellent tire clearance and similar geometry to an endurance road bike. Ride a bunch and find what is most comfortable to you and the suits the type of riding you will be doing. The geometry will probably separate how they feel more than the parts on them in the lower price range. Most importantly of all, make sure you get the right size! I learned a very important lesson about sizing when I was new to road riding that cost me a pile of extra money and spent a year trying to make a bike work when it was just the wrong size.
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Trek Domane
Cannondale Synapse
Giant Defy
Specialized Roubiax
Cervelo C3
Lots of great options out there, any of the big brands or brands sold at a local specialty bike shop would serve you well. You could also look at some gravel bikes, they typicially have excellent tire clearance and similar geometry to an endurance road bike. Ride a bunch and find what is most comfortable to you and the suits the type of riding you will be doing. The geometry will probably separate how they feel more than the parts on them in the lower price range. Most importantly of all, make sure you get the right size! I learned a very important lesson about sizing when I was new to road riding that cost me a pile of extra money and spent a year trying to make a bike work when it was just the wrong size.
Cannondale Synapse
Giant Defy
Specialized Roubiax
Cervelo C3
Lots of great options out there, any of the big brands or brands sold at a local specialty bike shop would serve you well. You could also look at some gravel bikes, they typicially have excellent tire clearance and similar geometry to an endurance road bike. Ride a bunch and find what is most comfortable to you and the suits the type of riding you will be doing. The geometry will probably separate how they feel more than the parts on them in the lower price range. Most importantly of all, make sure you get the right size! I learned a very important lesson about sizing when I was new to road riding that cost me a pile of extra money and spent a year trying to make a bike work when it was just the wrong size.