Bianchi Unavailable?
03-30-04, 10:03 AM
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I was looking for a steel framed road bike with a "substantial" wheelset for an all around fitness, commuter and light touring bike. I decided to get a Bianchi Volpe.
I went to my LBS to order a 58cm Volpe yesterday. He called Bianchi and was told the bike is unavailable. I sent an email to Bianchi USA and have not received a reply.
Questions:
Does anyone know of a shop that has one?
Is the Jamis Nova a good alternative? I prefer the looks of the Bianchi.
Any other alternatives?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
I went to my LBS to order a 58cm Volpe yesterday. He called Bianchi and was told the bike is unavailable. I sent an email to Bianchi USA and have not received a reply.
Questions:
Does anyone know of a shop that has one?
Is the Jamis Nova a good alternative? I prefer the looks of the Bianchi.
Any other alternatives?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
03-30-04, 02:38 PM
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Update:
Bianchi USA replied to the email I sent. They say a shipment of Volpe's is expected some time in May.
Now my question is: Should I wait or look for something else?
Bianchi USA replied to the email I sent. They say a shipment of Volpe's is expected some time in May.
Now my question is: Should I wait or look for something else?
03-30-04, 02:44 PM
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Wait! It's a great bike and worth it.
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03-30-04, 02:47 PM
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Forgot to mention, you should also consider a Kona Jake. www.konaworld.com Great CX bikes as well, and in the same price range.
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03-31-04, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by a2psyklnut
Forgot to mention, you should also consider a Kona Jake. www.konaworld.com Great CX bikes as well, and in the same price range.L8R
Is the LeMond Propad a good alternative? How expensive is it?
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Hi,
the Snake used to be steel. Did it change? Pity if it did. Rivendell is having a closeout sale on it's Romulus bikes. Really wish I had an excuse to buy one.
the Snake used to be steel. Did it change? Pity if it did. Rivendell is having a closeout sale on it's Romulus bikes. Really wish I had an excuse to buy one.
