2010 Trek Madone vs. 2011 Giant TCR Composite

[Rifi]

Hi All

I have recently purchased a MTB a month ago but due to medical reasons, need to sell the MTB.

 

So, I am on teh market to purchase a roadbike as i really enjoy the sport. So these are my options:

 

2010 Trek Madone 4.5 (second hand)

Full carbon

Kysurium SL wheels

Mixed shimano groupset consisting of Dura Ace Sti's, Ultegra brake calipers, 105 rear and front derailer.

Cost: R11 000.00

 

The other option is:

2011 Giant TCR Composite (new)

Full carbon

DT Swiss Wheels

Complete Shimano Ultegra except for brake calipers which is 105 (can be swapped out for Ulegra @ cost of R600)

Cost: R18 000.00

 

What do i do? HELP!!!

[splat]

I have the Giant and love it, so am obisoulsy biased.

 

Get the one that inspires you the most and be sure to ge the right sized frame with a proper bike setup.

Its no use having a nice looking bike that doesnt fit you properly.

[zeabre]

Giant..but may be slightly biased as well.

[TNT1]

If you can afford the extra, go giant.