sharkysa Posted May 23, 2011 Posted May 23, 2011 I currently ride a 2009 S-works Stumpy and looking for an upgrade for Epic next year. SpecializedPros 1. I already own specialized bikes. Cons 2. Brain technology is OK but the service costs are crazy (R1100/shock) Cannodale Scalpel Pros 1. Lefty shock and weight Cons 2. Seem many broken Cannnondale frames due to frame failure. Would love to test ride both but it is near impossible to get hold of one?
Just Keep Pedaling Posted May 23, 2011 Posted May 23, 2011 (edited) Two top of the range bikes - surprised you can't get a test ride. Edit: Comparing your cons: Breaking a frame on the Epic is the end of the race and all the training and costs of entry. R1100 is hardly a train smash in comparison. Edited May 23, 2011 by Just Keep Pedaling
sharkysa Posted May 23, 2011 Author Posted May 23, 2011 Two top of the range bikes - surprised you can't get a test ride. Edit: Comparing your cons: Breaking a frame on the Epic is the end of the race and all the training and costs of entry. R1100 is hardly a train smash in comparison. Good point, I almost don't want another specialized as they have become so mainstream. But thats probably for a reason.
Danger Dassie Posted May 23, 2011 Posted May 23, 2011 Scalpel design has changed regarding the breakages, instead of the carbon stays being bonded to an alloy frame, it is now a single carbon piece.
bontie Posted May 23, 2011 Posted May 23, 2011 Scalpel design has changed regarding the breakages, instead of the carbon stays being bonded to an alloy frame, it is now a single carbon piece. True that. The old scalpels used to break a bit, but usually on the seattubes though... Good luck on finding a Scalpel 29er for test ride - it is only due for release in the fall of 2011 , will probably hit SA Dec/Jan...How will lefty servicing compare with Brain servicing in terms of pricng as OP lsited itas a con?
sharkysa Posted May 23, 2011 Author Posted May 23, 2011 (edited) Scalpel design has changed regarding the breakages, instead of the carbon stays being bonded to an alloy frame, it is now a single carbon piece. And the lefty, is really that good? This is going to be a tough decision! Edited May 23, 2011 by sharkysa
Flea Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 Look at one of the alternates if Spez is too mainstream - Ellsworth, Yeti etc are boutique bikes, but mainstream on the Epic....
splat Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 From the Cape Epic website: The annual Rider Survey not only provides feedback on the race services; it also provides insight into the equipment preferred by Absa Cape Epic riders in any given year. The 2011 Rider Surveys indicated the following: 64% of riders bought new bikes in anticipation of the event 18% of riders preferred Specialized, making it the most popular brand of bike in the 2011 Absa Cape Epic. 12% of riders preferred Scott, making it the second most popular brand. 77% of riders rode on a full suspension bike 22% of riders rode on a hard tail 53% of riders preferred SRAM to Shimano (47%) 22% of riders rode with 29inch wheels 48% of riders went tubeless, vs 81% in the 2010 event 39% of riders started out as roadies before converting to mountain biking
NotSoBigBen Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 Sooner or later everyone wants to ride a Specialized - just stay with it
gummibear Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 From the Cape Epic website:77% of riders rode on a full suspension bike 22% of riders rode on a hard tail What did the other 1% ride then?
splat Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 What did the other 1% ride then? I noticed that too. Unicycles perhaps?
splat Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 From the Cape Epic website: 48% of riders went tubeless, vs 81% in the 2010 event Less than 50% riders on tubeless tyres?Wow, I thought it would be a lot more than that.
Jakkals. Posted May 27, 2011 Posted May 27, 2011 Sooner or later everyone wants to ride a Specialized - just stay with it +1billion
Just Keep Pedaling Posted May 27, 2011 Posted May 27, 2011 "Unicycles perhaps?" Single speed rigids most likely.
banna Posted May 27, 2011 Posted May 27, 2011 Sooner or later everyone wants to ride a Specialized - just stay with it Hie hie... you are opening up a big can of stinky worms with that comment boet. And I would change my Morewood and Intense bikes for a Specialized for which reason?
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now