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[Kevin Alexander]

I really thought I have already made my case. But, it is your money.

Point noted, like I said I'm being indecisive so looking for opinions on what people who do and maybe the majority will help me with my decision.

 

[boydj]

In your situation I'd buy a carbon-framed bike that can take mudguards and a rack for commuting and possibly a good set of wheels for the week-end riding.

 

[Kevin Alexander]

Been looking and having mental arguments and I liked my old Nirone 7, I would prefer the white one from 2011 but I have decided on

3T Acccelero 60 Team Carbon/Aluminium Campagnolo Clincher Wheelset
Bianchi Nirone 7 Xenon 2016 Road Bike
3T Aeronova Pro Handlebar

Not going to get a power meter as i don't think i would benefit greatly from it.

Thanks for you input guys

 

[vickster]

Is that £2500? The bike is under a grand, how much are the wheels and handlebar?

Personally I'd spend more on the bike but then I've never seen a huge amount of difference to my riding between wheels (some better than others) and I can't stand the look of deep dish wheels which probably saves me a fortune in bike spend!

 

[Kevin Alexander]

no only bout 1600 but need to think of storage and security

 

[vickster]

I'd wholeheartedly recommend Asgard storage units

 

[Kevin Alexander]

Hi Vickster - Bought the Oltre XR1. Wheels and upgrades can come later if required

Yeah I was looking at their site and be buying something for the bike.

I read that they are pretty heavy 10stone plus. Can you bolt to the ground?

 

[vickster]

Hi Vickster - Bought the Oltre XR1. Wheels and upgrades can come later if required

Yeah I was looking at their site and be buying something for the bike.

I read that they are pretty heavy 10stone plus. Can you bolt to the ground?

I had mine installed by Asgard, guys were excellent. I had to have a concrete plinth fitted as the unit needs a level surface. Yes bolted to ground

I have the 4x29er option, fits my 4 adult road bikes and could get some other stuff in there if needed

 

[Kevin Alexander]

Do they come round and review the place where it is going?

 

[vickster]

Do they come round and review the place where it is going?

No, as they come from the Midlands I think. Up to you to make sure it's suitable

 

[MichaelW2]

Competition race bikes are not ideal for all-weather commuting. Commuter roadbikes can be setup for winter riding without using velcro or elastic bands, mudguards cut in half or any of half-baked bodgery.
If you can only have one bike, then a spare wheelset is really useful. You can have one trad 32spoke commuter set, with rims which are basically consumable*, plus a lightweight race set for weekend fun.
Power meters are for serious training when money and sponsorship is at stake. For some it is an alternative to doping, for others, a useful twintrack approach.
* unless you choose disk brakes.

 

[Kevin Alexander]

Thanks Michael, I don't commute in the winter by bike as its far too icy and not worth the risk or damaging myself or the bike. I use the bike for commenting in the summer and just for general use.