road bike newbee

[Bike Mob]

Mine in Rigid spec like that is 7.95 and hasn't got any silly parts on it. I can bash my way down all the singletrack in Tokai without a worry.

 

http://nevcragg.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/img_1405.jpg?w=627

[Zac.A]

Mine in Rigid spec like that is 7.95 and hasn't got any silly parts on it. I can bash my way down all the singletrack in Tokai without a worry.

 

http://nevcragg.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/img_1405.jpg?w=627

 

Think this was meant for the "lightest 29er in SA" thread?

[Tankman]

Think this was meant for the "lightest 29er in SA" thread?

 

Its a roadbike with knoblies! :lol:

[NotSoBigBen]

Mine in Rigid spec like that is 7.95 and hasn't got any silly parts on it. I can bash my way down all the singletrack in Tokai without a worry.

 

http://nevcragg.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/img_1405.jpg?w=627

 

In the wrong place or not that is the best looking rigid I have ever seen

[markgc]

Yip!

The frame is the essence.

The rest details.

 

 

thanks for all feedback..

done some research and down 2 these 2..

 

specialized allez Compact with 105.. or CAAD8 with 105

 

any more enlightenment will be welcomed !

[markgc]

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[Let's Ride]

Cannondale!!!

[Let's Ride]

Good frame. Never liked the Specialized allez.

[jmaccelari]

Yip!

The frame is the essence.

The rest details.

Agreed. Also, make damn sure the frame fits you...

[JasonDunwiel]

Go look at the scott cr1 comp 2011 model, full carbon with 105 groupset. They go for about R12000 brand new.

New is best, you get a proper fitting and back-up from the shop.

[markgc]

Go look at the scott cr1 comp 2011 model, full carbon with 105 groupset. They go for about R12000 brand new.

New is best, you get a proper fitting and back-up from the shop.

 

 

thanks..i been looking for one of those too, if anyone know of size 56 stock, let me know.

[kosmonooit]

I built up a lovely road steed based on Cannondale CAAD5 Al frame sourced here and new SRAM Force - and some second hand bits & pieces, came in about R12k, still loving it. About to build some tubeless wheels with Stans roadie Rims & Hope Pro 3 hubs , that's a bit of splash-out & upgrade to the el-cheapo Shimanos I got off the hub for R500

 

You'll be paying a premium for a Carbon frame and for first road bike / entry level, I don't think there is much point besides the bling.

[Guest Travis.]

I've got the Cannondale CAAD8 105 and I can tell you now, I am very happy with my purchase. Even in hindsight, I wouldn't get another bike, except maybe the CAAD10. The alloy frame is on par with some of the carbon frames on the market. Get the bike, you won't regret a thing! And I'll wait for my 6 pack in the mail for the thanks!

['Dale]

Cannondale!!!

[Let's Ride]

 

Oh how I heard.

[markgc]

I've got the Cannondale CAAD8 105 and I can tell you now, I am very happy with my purchase. Even in hindsight, I wouldn't get another bike, except maybe the CAAD10. The alloy frame is on par with some of the carbon frames on the market. Get the bike, you won't regret a thing! And I'll wait for my 6 pack in the mail for the thanks!

 

 

read the rightups as well.. nice feedback