Benny 748 Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Nothing wrong with Specialized really, but they do have a bit of an image problem and the fact that instead of having a bike shop they have "concept stores" doesn't help, it is a bit pretentious.
GoLefty!! Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Provide an example? Personally feel this whole 'overpriced' issue many have is when looking at the S-Works and elite range with all the carbon bling. In which case the pricing is pretty much within the same realm as most other brands. On their more mid range bikes the spec and pricing is very competitive, Carve and the Epic Comp being a case in point.In fact much of the apparel from the big S is also very competitively priced and exceptionally good stuff. Although I've found some of the products aren't that robust over time and tend to wear quicker. Reckon a lot of the perception, especially on pricing is simply down to the big S being a victim of their own success and marketing. Their high pricing is not a perception, its a fact. Those high prices are no in line with a low cost manufacturing base in Asia.They supply three TdF teams and market their products very aggressively. The sticker price reflects that market approach
Nick Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I've done some much needed moderation of this thread. Please keep your comments relevant to the original topic.
EmptyB Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Ok, I wear Spez 2FO Mtb shoes and they are flippin brilliant. It's the only Spez item I own............
nazmo Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I have zero brand loyalty, that being said, I ended up with a spez helmet, spez gloves, purely due to price, weight (helmet) looks and if I liked them. I didnt even know about the stigma as I just started cycling then. So they cant be too bad as I bought them purely objectively. I did get a pair of sworks shoes for road cycling as a birthday gift from the mrs, they are pretty damn incredible and I dont see myself spending that money on shoes so must make em last.
Patchelicious Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I'm wearing my spaz underpant right now, and damn I get a woody just thinking about it.OMG where did you get Spez undies?? Thats the last item of clothing I still need.
V12man Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I have spez aluminium bar end plugs... can't seem to find similar from anyone else....
Hairy Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I think peeps are missing the point of this thread .... it is not about the product, but the vibe around it .... hence the word bandwagon in the thread heading. Or I could be wrong.
Danger Dassie Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 Their high pricing is not a perception, its a fact. Those high prices are no in line with a low cost manufacturing base in Asia.They supply three TdF teams and market their products very aggressively. The sticker price reflects that market approach The same as any other 'top tier' brand at the high end of the range, all of whom or at least most also use the low cost manufacturing processes in Aisia. Fact. Many of their products have competitive pricing, performance and spec comparable to other brands and manufacturers, fact. Plenty brands also supply and sponsor top teams and riders with aggressive marketing strategy. Fact
Danger Dassie Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 I think peeps are missing the point of this thread .... it is not about the product, but the vibe around it .... hence the word bandwagon in the thread heading. Or I could be wrong. Yeah I get that, and it's understandable to an extent. The same way people can feel an emotional bond to a brand they can also feel that oppositely to a brand. For me though, I'd rather get caught up in the vibe of riding than pursuing brand loyalty, sure I connect more to some than others. But as long it works on the trail, I'm happy. Once it's covered in dirt it has the right vibe as for as I'm concerned, that extends to dates even
Wayne Potgieter Posted January 30, 2015 Posted January 30, 2015 But as long it works I AM on the trail, I'm happy. fixed
L.T.G Posted January 31, 2015 Author Posted January 31, 2015 OMG where did you get Spez undies?? Thats the last item of clothing I still need.They're a limited edition... I got mine when I ordered my Spez duvet and pajamas
Spoke101 Posted January 31, 2015 Posted January 31, 2015 On the over the top pricing just go have a look at what a team spec Cannondale will set you back let alone the Black inc models and suddenly an S-Works is a bargain.
Patchelicious Posted February 1, 2015 Posted February 1, 2015 On the over the top pricing just go have a look at what a team spec Cannondale will set you back let alone the Black inc models and suddenly an S-Works is a bargain.Exactly, but since when do we let the truth ruin a good rant? People hate Spez because it's popular, few of the justifications for the hatred in this have held water.
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