I've spent far too long looking at various bikes over the past couple of weeks, so thought I'd invite some opinions from the more knowledgeable among you.
I have an entry level road bike, and want to buy a second bike for:
I don't have a budget as such, but like everyone want good value, be it a 1k bike or a 10k bike.
I've been looking at aero road bikes around the 5k range, and both the Boardman Air and Scott Foil stood out. However I'm wondering whether I'd be better off with a race (is that the right expression?) bike e.g. a TCR? Definitely don't want an endurance/climbing bike.
Whilst comfort and ability to climb well are of some importance, first and foremost I want something that's fast on the flats. I'm not a fan of long distance and weekend rides tend to be around 20-50 miles with no more than 2000ft of elevation, usually less.
Presumably my ability will be a factor: I've never done an organised TT but generally hold around 22mph over 10-15 miles with no aero equipment. Recently completed a 50 mile sportive in 2:45. I do have weight to lose though and want to get fitter/faster; started cycling a year ago and hoping that I've a fair bit of improvement left in me. I'd love to be good enough to race one day, and if so on this bike!
Any thoughts?
I have an entry level road bike, and want to buy a second bike for:
- Triathlons (Not a serious triathlete though)
- Summer commuting
- Odd sportive
I don't have a budget as such, but like everyone want good value, be it a 1k bike or a 10k bike.
I've been looking at aero road bikes around the 5k range, and both the Boardman Air and Scott Foil stood out. However I'm wondering whether I'd be better off with a race (is that the right expression?) bike e.g. a TCR? Definitely don't want an endurance/climbing bike.
Whilst comfort and ability to climb well are of some importance, first and foremost I want something that's fast on the flats. I'm not a fan of long distance and weekend rides tend to be around 20-50 miles with no more than 2000ft of elevation, usually less.
Presumably my ability will be a factor: I've never done an organised TT but generally hold around 22mph over 10-15 miles with no aero equipment. Recently completed a 50 mile sportive in 2:45. I do have weight to lose though and want to get fitter/faster; started cycling a year ago and hoping that I've a fair bit of improvement left in me. I'd love to be good enough to race one day, and if so on this bike!
Any thoughts?