What do you think of this bike?
09-04-15, 04:11 PM
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What do you think of this bike?
Giant Defy 2
09-04-15, 07:34 PM
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That is the bike I've been lusting after. My lbs is out of 2015 models my size and doesn't have any 2016 models. I need an xl. It sucks that I can't test ride it before I buy it, if I buy it. Would you buy a bike without riding it?
09-05-15, 08:49 AM
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My size too, and hard to find. If and when I upgrade from my Roam 2, I do believe this will be the bike.
09-07-15, 05:39 AM
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I ride a 2013 Defy and I suspect you will like it. The Giant product line is a great value. You can always ride a Defy 1 or 5 (same frame) to get a feel for whether you like it.
09-07-15, 07:01 AM
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Before I got my TCR, I had a Defy for a couple of years. Great bike, try it out! The geometry is geared for longer rides. You can't really go wrong with anything in the Defy line.
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Some shops only let you ride around the parking lot or dont even stock many bikes. Having one ordered generally requires a deposit. Personally I have never been on a test ride that meant anything. Once I owned the bike I dialed it in. I think it would be great to really get a good ride in to help make the decision and if thats available to you, yes do it but I cant say a trip around the lot gives much info on a bike.
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Some shops only let you ride around the parking lot or dont even stock many bikes. Having one ordered generally requires a deposit. Personally I have never been on a test ride that meant anything. Once I owned the bike I dialed it in. I think it would be great to really get a good ride in to help make the decision and if thats available to you, yes do it but I cant say a trip around the lot gives much info on a bike.
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