Are Aerobikes worth it?
06-29-23, 08:10 AM
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The problem with Canyon are the fees (import, duty, tax, etc.) you get after the purchase. The company is transparent and tells you in advance, but it's still a lot of money.
You can't compare Canyon's MSRP with other brand's MSRP unless both bikes are available at a LBS and have a pricetag on them.
You can't compare Canyon's MSRP with other brand's MSRP unless both bikes are available at a LBS and have a pricetag on them.
06-29-23, 08:13 AM
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The problem with Canyon are the fees (import, duty, tax, etc.) you get after the purchase. The company is transparent and tells you in advance, but it's still a lot of money.
You can't compare Canyon's MSRP with other brand's MSRP unless both bikes are available at a LBS and have a pricetag on them.
You can't compare Canyon's MSRP with other brand's MSRP unless both bikes are available at a LBS and have a pricetag on them.
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Ironically, for some reason, some bikes are actually cheaper here than in the US of A. For instance, my bike's MSRP is 7900$ (CAD) and the MSRP in the US of A is 8000$. Not sure why though but 8000$ US equals to 10 500$ CAD right now. I could probably sell the thing to one of you and make a profit out of it.
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06-30-23, 09:48 AM
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Given your age I would be concerned with the bike fit (I'm 67). And areo bike is going to have a more aggressive geometry, that you may or may not like. A problem with Canyon is you get a great bike but you can't test ride it. My suggestion, go to a bike shop and try different aero bikes. See if you like the ride and if you are nice the shop might compare the fit of the other bike to the Canyon. That said, you are an inspiration for me to keep riding and to still think about buying another bike.
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Not sure on the areobike. I don't race. I do have a areobike and non- areo. All I notice is bike fit.
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Kinda surprised so many "older" folks are getting caught up in the Aeroad craze. I'm a master's cyclist approaching Cat 1 and ride 10k + miles per yr. The slight watt savings at 25mph+ makes the aggressive geo and harsh ride worth it to me, but only barely. If I was more focused on fast group rides / occasional centuries, I wouldn't bother with dedicated aero frames. My new Ultimate CFR is more fun on the hills and considerably more forgiving over bad tarmac. Just my 2 pennies.
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06-30-23, 12:40 PM
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Kinda surprised so many "older" folks are getting caught up in the Aeroad craze. I'm a master's cyclist approaching Cat 1 and ride 10k + miles per yr. The slight watt savings at 25mph+ makes the aggressive geo and harsh ride worth it to me, but only barely. If I was more focused on fast group rides / occasional centuries, I wouldn't bother with dedicated aero frames. My new Ultimate CFR is more fun on the hills and considerably more forgiving over bad tarmac. Just my 2 pennies.
07-01-23, 06:50 PM
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I have 4 road bikes.They are all pretty light and I love each of them for their unique qualities. But recently I've been quite taken by a Canyon Aeroad. I love the paint scheme and aesthetics are important to me. It's something I can easily afford. Disc brakes and 11 sp Ultegra mechanical with a nice set of wheels that are tubeless ready,. So, it ticks all those boxes. Now, I am a 77 yr old recreational rider (obviously) who is challenged by elevation but can still motor on the flats. My question: is an aerobike really going to feel better or at least different, than a good road bike? Wondering if there are aerobike riders here who can comment?
You're old I'm only 70 8-), you have the means, and don't have one. It seems like a simple answer to me!
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I have 4 road bikes.They are all pretty light and I love each of them for their unique qualities. But recently I've been quite taken by a Canyon Aeroad. I love the paint scheme and aesthetics are important to me. It's something I can easily afford. Disc brakes and 11 sp Ultegra mechanical with a nice set of wheels that are tubeless ready,. So, it ticks all those boxes. Now, I am a 77 yr old recreational rider (obviously) who is challenged by elevation but can still motor on the flats. My question: is an aerobike really going to feel better or at least different, than a good road bike? Wondering if there are aerobike riders here who can comment?
), you have the means, and don't have one. It seems like a simple answer to me!I'm not quite as old as you are, but have a philosophy that you might consider. "if not now, when". You obviously enjoy riding, and enjoy having a variety of bikes. It makes perfect sense to get a bike that is different than what you have. You can afford it, and if not now, when? If it doesn't ring your bell, no tragic loss. It won't cause you undue hardship if you decide to sell it for a loss and might actually give someone who doesn't have the means a chance to get it for a "like new", but used price. I bought a titanium electronic shifting gravel bike for exactly this reason when I had an old aluminum cross bike I was very happy with. Absolutely no regrets and I do enjoy it a bit more than the old one. No, not nearly enough to justify the price, but I can afford it and am running out of time to try cool bike stuff.
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07-02-23, 07:45 AM
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What year was your Roubaix? I have a 2021 Roubaix Expert that is super comfy (and pretty fast), but I bought it when I was ~35lbs heavier and my FTP was lower 🤣 I can ride for long periods in the drops and now feel limited to where I can't get the bars any lower because of the high stack.
Sorry but I must have missed what you replaced the Roubaix with. What are you riding now and how different is the fit?
Thanks!!
Sorry but I must have missed what you replaced the Roubaix with. What are you riding now and how different is the fit?
Thanks!!
I've now got a Scott Foil and a new Cannondale SuperSix Evo. The fit is moderately different but not really that much, I'm just as comfortable on the supersix. The Foil is quite a bit more drop and really stiff. So on longer rides it's a bit less comfortable than the supersix but still more comfortable than the Roubaix.
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