Originally Posted by
goldfilm
Questions to +50 road bike riders:
- Bigger tires in the newer bikes will help too and I’ll also get a professional fitting service… but would you say features like Giant D-Fuse or Trek IsoSpeed are key for your back or arms pain?
- Would you consider the Pinarello as a better quality bike in general and forget IsoSpeed?
- Any other recommendations when looking for a new bike when it comes to minimizing pain - without going to a heavier slower bike that may be ultra comfortable but not good for speed & workout or longer road trips?
I had a Domane ALR5 (which was destroyed when I was struck by a car) and I now have a Domane SL5. Both of these have the IsoZone decoupler and both bikes were very easy on my back. Both were/are more comfortable than my Trek DS with 42mm tires and a front suspension.
I’d really recommend test riding the SL5 … I’m sure you’ll be impressed.
At an equivalent price point, I doubt the Pinarellomis any better than the Trek or Giant, just a fancier name.