Heynrich Posted March 13, 2017 Share So I've started road cycling and extremely excited about it. So now it's time to get a bike. I've come across two options. One is a KTM Strada 2000 2012/2013 with a tiarga groupset and Easton ea90 slx wheels. R7.5KThe other is a cannondale caad10 ultegra 2013, with stock setup except the wheelset is Shimano R500s. R9KAny feedback regarding the different bikes and prices would be much appreciated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase619 Posted March 13, 2017 Share The Cannondale looks to be a good bet, not really familiar with either make, but Ultegra>Tiagra. Welcome, being a roadie is the better way, even if the Holy Grail of Roadies got cancelled yesterday. . . Nostra Prima Dullscalpel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escapee.. Posted March 13, 2017 Share Cannondale with Ultegra sounds goooood blondeonabike, Dullscalpel and nonky 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heynrich Posted March 13, 2017 Share The Cannondale looks to be a good bet, not really familiar with either make, but Ultegra>Tiagra. Welcome, being a roadie is the better way, even if the Holy Grail of Roadies got cancelled yesterday. . . Nostra Prima Thanks.Would have been my first race. Still looking forward to my next opportunity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase619 Posted March 13, 2017 Share Thanks.Would have been my first race. Still looking forward to my next opportunity. Don't stress, next year it will happen. Look at it as a good opportunity to get a better seeding and actually start before the Pros finish. . . Luckily you are blessed with opportunities in the Western Cape, so use them to your advantage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shell Belle Posted March 13, 2017 Share Cannondale with ultegra all the way Can always upgrade the wheels at a later stage - those shimano R500s are bulletproof training wheels. Welcome! nonky 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaper Posted March 13, 2017 Share yep, Cannondale... newer and with better spec groupset !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superga Posted March 13, 2017 Share What size are you looking for? I went straight for carbon frame and replaced parts as i could afford them. I have a Planet x superlight pro carbon with a campy chorus 10 speed groupset in mint condition. Loathed to sell but would rather sell to a newbie interested in becoming a roadie. see ad in the classifieds. I got given a brand new frame in december and just finished building the new bike, hence up for sale. I am in ct if you want to have a look. If i think you are deserving and the size is right, I will negotiate a good deal for you.cheersGary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Posted March 13, 2017 Share Cannondale ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacBrand Posted March 13, 2017 Share +1 for the Cannondale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Al Posted March 13, 2017 Share Cannondale!!! It will also be easier to sell if you decide to go carbon, although you can't go wrong with a Caad frame! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTom Posted March 13, 2017 Share Well, I'll throw a vote for the KTM. Just kidding. Between the two options mentioned I'd definitely agree with the others so far that the Cannondale is easily the better choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalahari Vegmot Posted March 13, 2017 Share 'Dale dude, 'Dale all the way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heynrich Posted March 14, 2017 Share Thanks for all the feedback. Much appreciated.Will let you know how it plays out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
porqui Posted March 14, 2017 Share DO NOT buy either if the frame size is not correct. Very important!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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