Yes, another ‘help me choose’ thread ;)
07-22-18, 04:34 AM
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Yes, another ‘help me choose’ thread ;)
Narrowed it down to two bikes available nearby. 2015 Kona Jake the Snake and 2014 Cannondale SuperX; both have 105 more but considering the carbon frame and hydraulic brakes, I’m guessing that evens the playing field a bit.
Years ago, I asked similar questions about mountain bikes and still have the Trek I ended up with. My now 13 year old son has outgrown his bike (and me!) so he’s taking it. Time for dad to get something new.
I need a bike for 20-40 mile rides on pavement but do like to get off that concrete now and then......so have settled in a gravel or cyclocross bike. I will likely never race or anything like that. Are either of these the right choice and if so, does one outshine the other?
Both have less than 50 miles in them and the Cannondale frame is still wrapped in plastic and the seller is including a bunch of stuff like helmets, jerseys, etc that are unworn.....not that that sways the deal for me but thought I should mention it.
Will ride them but looking for a value/ride opinion.
Years ago, I asked similar questions about mountain bikes and still have the Trek I ended up with. My now 13 year old son has outgrown his bike (and me!) so he’s taking it. Time for dad to get something new.
I need a bike for 20-40 mile rides on pavement but do like to get off that concrete now and then......so have settled in a gravel or cyclocross bike. I will likely never race or anything like that. Are either of these the right choice and if so, does one outshine the other?
Both have less than 50 miles in them and the Cannondale frame is still wrapped in plastic and the seller is including a bunch of stuff like helmets, jerseys, etc that are unworn.....not that that sways the deal for me but thought I should mention it.
Will ride them but looking for a value/ride opinion.
07-22-18, 05:06 AM
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I’ve not ridden either bike, but if you can test ride each of them I would go with what is most comfortable, followed by how good the lbs is selling the bike.
either way I’m sure, and your son, will be happy!
either way I’m sure, and your son, will be happy!
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Narrowed it down to two bikes available nearby. 2015 Kona Jake the Snake and 2014 Cannondale SuperX; both have 105 more but considering the carbon frame and hydraulic brakes, I’m guessing that evens the playing field a bit.
Years ago, I asked similar questions about mountain bikes and still have the Trek I ended up with. My now 13 year old son has outgrown his bike (and me!) so he’s taking it. Time for dad to get something new.
I need a bike for 20-40 mile rides on pavement but do like to get off that concrete now and then......so have settled in a gravel or cyclocross bike. I will likely never race or anything like that. Are either of these the right choice and if so, does one outshine the other?
Both have less than 50 miles in them and the Cannondale frame is still wrapped in plastic and the seller is including a bunch of stuff like helmets, jerseys, etc that are unworn.....not that that sways the deal for me but thought I should mention it.
Will ride them but looking for a value/ride opinion.
Years ago, I asked similar questions about mountain bikes and still have the Trek I ended up with. My now 13 year old son has outgrown his bike (and me!) so he’s taking it. Time for dad to get something new.
I need a bike for 20-40 mile rides on pavement but do like to get off that concrete now and then......so have settled in a gravel or cyclocross bike. I will likely never race or anything like that. Are either of these the right choice and if so, does one outshine the other?
Both have less than 50 miles in them and the Cannondale frame is still wrapped in plastic and the seller is including a bunch of stuff like helmets, jerseys, etc that are unworn.....not that that sways the deal for me but thought I should mention it.
Will ride them but looking for a value/ride opinion.
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07-30-18, 04:48 AM
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Well, I needed up going in a completely different direction and bought a Twin Six Rando locally available. Got it yesterday and heading out for a ride today; been working 12-20 hour days the last 4 days! Totally love the look and purpose of the bike, a little more ‘tourey’ than the others I’d guess. Anyway, more later......
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Well, I needed up going in a completely different direction and bought a Twin Six Rando locally available. Got it yesterday and heading out for a ride today; been working 12-20 hour days the last 4 days! Totally love the look and purpose of the bike, a little more ‘tourey’ than the others I’d guess. Anyway, more later......
07-30-18, 02:11 PM
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Quick question, I rode it today and really dislike leaning so far forward. Do I just keep riding in the hopes it’s just my not being used to it or do I make the switch to a flat bar?
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How long did you ride? I find the first 15 - 20 minutes my bike feels a little stretched out, too far forward, but after 20 minutes I'm in the hoods and I love my position. Do you have any more room on your fork to move your stem up?
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Imagine years from now trying to look up your thread on a particular topic that was entitled "help." If there was ever one word that should never be in a thread title, that would be it.
08-06-18, 04:47 AM
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Or, imagine taking the time to respond to a post with a non-response. Why waste your time unless you simply enjoy being ‘that guy’. Have a nice day.
08-11-18, 12:23 PM
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Regarding fit/leaning forward. I've found bike position is something that is pretty counter intuitive in a lot of ways. If you plan on riding seriously, and your bike is uncomfortable, I'd recommend getting a professional fitting done. I was always a bit skeptical of the benefits until I got one with the purchase of a bike. I would have paid the purchase price of the bike for just the benefits of the fit if forced to. Makes a big difference if anything is out of wack.
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get bars with shorter reach perhaps.
get a stem with a higher angle perhaps.
all these effectively reduce the amount you stretch forward.
