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Sirrus Elite Alloy vs Sirrus Elite Carbon vs Sirrus X Comp Carbon

Old 09-17-19, 09:05 AM
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Sirrus Elite Alloy vs Sirrus Elite Carbon vs Sirrus X Comp Carbon

Not sure which to get in terms of value, obviously all 3 are good bikes at this price range. I am a college student, and will most likely take this bike to college, my trips aren't that long probably gonna use it for only 3 or less miles on mainly road/sidewalk surfaces. I do hope to be able to bike 10+ miles in the summer with it. The X Comp isn't out of my affordability, however, if I don't need to spend an extra $200 I wouldn't mind, since the $200 would be able to use to buy accessories, like lights and gps. I know the Carbon frame helps to dampen the shock compared to the alloy, but is it worth the extra $200(comparing Elite Alloy with Elite Carbon)?

https://https://www.specialized.com/u...=225855-154505 - Elite Alloy

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/me...=225845-154506 -Elite Carbon

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/si...=272321-173639 -X Comp Carbon
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Old 09-17-19, 10:25 AM
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I wouldn't get any of those to use for you campus bike. The newness and fanciness will make them targets of thieves.
If you get a bike that is four pounds heavier you can get a lock that is three pounds lighter.
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Originally Posted by Wilfred Laurier
I wouldn't get any of those to use for you campus bike. The newness and fanciness will make them targets of thieves.
If you get a bike that is four pounds heavier you can get a lock that is three pounds lighter.
I'll be living off campus, and pretty sure it will be okay to chain it near the bike racks during the times I do have classes. I'll only bring this bike if I live off campus, currently living on campus and dont need one
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The Elite Alloy is an outstanding bike, I love mine.
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