ebenvn Posted July 8, 2016 Share Hi everyone, Without going into details, I know the obvious answer is: "yes, obviously" - but none the less, here's the question: I have a 2010 Epic Comp Carbon as below (groupset and wheels upgraded to XTR) which is still in good condition. I'm planning to do the Jhb2C next year. I know the Epic is more a XC racer, and probably not the most comfortable option for it - so wondering if I go to something like a 2016 Camper Comp Carbon 29er, would it make a massive difference? Thanks for the opinions http://bikereviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/specialized-epic-comp-carbon-2010-mountain-bike.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtypot Posted July 8, 2016 Share Yes, obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonF_ Posted July 8, 2016 Share Two things in life you "need" to do;..1)Eat 2)Poo.....Next demon to face is, "I Want",....from personal "you're the weakest link" experience,..just feed the latter ???????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanD Posted July 8, 2016 Share So you want to buy a brand new bike just for a race? Doesn't seem like a great idea unless you have very deep pockets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatek Posted July 8, 2016 Share Are you a cyclist? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26er Posted July 8, 2016 Share The bike won't make a massive differenceBut I would still go for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iwan Kemp Posted July 8, 2016 Share Hi everyone, Without going into details, I know the obvious answer is: "yes, obviously" - but none the less, here's the question: I have a 2010 Epic Comp Carbon as below (groupset and wheels upgraded to XTR) which is still in good condition. I'm planning to do the Jhb2C next year. I know the Epic is more a XC racer, and probably not the most comfortable option for it - so wondering if I go to something like a 2016 Camper Comp Carbon 29er, would it make a massive difference? Thanks for the opinions Hi, There are several valid and very real reasons why it would make a difference. The jump to a 29er alone will be reason enough and then add in the fact that bikes and tech have come a long way the last 6 years. Camber will be better suited to avg Joe and even more so on a stage race. You will however still be able to finish the race and enjoy it on the bike you have. Maybe keep the bike and use that extra cash to go on a mtb trip or something like that. 1. The Camber will be night and day from what you have2. That alone is not always reason to do it. In summary: That's a firm maybe from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vroommm Posted July 8, 2016 Share Eisj ... the first world problems we have to struggle with on a daily basis. .. Sent from my SM-J500F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubbin Posted July 8, 2016 Share Hi, There are several valid and very real reasons why it would make a difference. The jump to a 29er alone will be reason enough and then add in the fact that bikes and tech have come a long way the last 6 years. Camber will be better suited to avg Joe and even more so on a stage race. You will however still be able to finish the race and enjoy it on the bike you have. Maybe keep the bike and use that extra cash to go on a mtb trip or something like that. 1. The Camber will be night and day from what you have2. That alone is not always reason to do it. In summary: That's a firm maybe from me. Iwan is right. There is more than enough justification for you to buy a new bike. Bottom line should be if you can afford it at this point in time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted July 8, 2016 Share Why would you want another specialized? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisan Posted July 8, 2016 Share Why would you want another specialized? #heisspecialist #duh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonF_ Posted July 8, 2016 Share Why would you want another specialized?#Newton#Never#had#to#answer#tothis#opposite#equal???????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Ruinaard Posted July 8, 2016 Share If you are asking whether you should buy a new bike you are an amateur and we can't be friends. You always need a new bike. Whether you should get one is a different topic altogether. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kk6gan Posted July 8, 2016 Share n+1This is the most sound advice I see on this thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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