Ladies Road Bike
Hellsbells
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So, I need a road bike (for around £500) & after much research it has come down to two bikes... Trek 1000 WSD & Specialized Dolce. I realise I need a good bike shop to make sure I get the correct frame size, I'm 5ft 8"....most advice has been 54cm
I'd appreciate any comments or advice on either bikes....
Many thanks
I'd appreciate any comments or advice on either bikes....
Many thanks
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1) The width of the handlebar on womens bike is shorter than males, as women are generally not as broad.
2) The distance of the brake lever is closer to the drops, as womens fingers are generally shorter.
3) The distance from the seat to the handlebar is shorter, as womens midrith generally shorter.
4) The frame may also be sloped.
If you notice I have put generally when talking about sizes, because you may not need a womens bike as you may fit nicely on a blokes. However if it's for the fifth reason
5) They come in nice colours!
Then it's down to personal preference.
I recommend testing them out as a must! [8D]
madnurse
madnurse (phil)
christ did i really just write that ??? [:D][:D][:D]
I have soooo much to learn!!
Thanks guys!!
Seriously though some where at the top of this thread was mentioned test driving each bike which will confirm comfort etc..though you are taller than me so a male bike maybe okay.
and yes i'd get a women specific bike if it was lighter and made me faster (power-to-weight ratio or some such cr0p)
Seriously though...last year I used a mountain bike for my races and found it so damn heavy I decided now I'm hooked on this sport I should get myself a proper bike! I'm pretty much a novice but I know that Trek & Specialized are good makes. Some friends (not into the sport) told me to go on eBay and buy a bike...but it's not as simple as it sounds, frame size etc....seems silly to pay £150 - £250 for a bike that you're not sure is going to be right for you.
Anyway...starting to ramble now!
Just wondered if any ladies out there have the Trek 1000 WSD or Specialized Dolce and were happy with them?
not that I look up stuff on girly websites
madnurse
have you thought about trying the bike in the shop, taking their advice on sizes etc.. then maybe trying to find one cheaper mail order or from one of the bigger chains, i know a few places in the midlands, more towards warwickshire though if that suits?. evans cycles also sell off last years models and one of my friends got a great deal on a wsd trek 1400. so maybe try them or www.wiggle.co.uk, good luck
fatmatt
fatmatt...yep, hoping to try a bike at a shop then have a good snout round the web for some deals. There's one very good site that offers 24 months 0% finance on the Trek too....that would help too!
fatmatt
fatty
Thanks!
fatty
I'd appreciate you asking, I think you probably have an idea of the type of bike I'm after. Lightweight, comfy to ride, in good condition...etc (NOT in a bright pink colour!!)
Many thanks
Hells
my mtb .. might not be a trek 1000 but at least its pink !!!!
Lots of good advice... the 0% deals are really good just now all over the place!
Let us know how you get on!
You get what you pay for!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Guess-RB1-RoadBike-New-Size-54cms-Medium-height-rider_W0QQitemZ7234841367QQcategoryZ72573QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
54cm guess road bike looks nice (not in pink tho) but finishes 09:50 hrs this morning
madnurse
Hells
however i am now getting an itch to upgrade my mtb to something more tri specific - my credit card is not impressed at the thought [:D]
off for a run ... bye for now
madnurse
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Guess-RB1-RoadBike-New-Size-54cms-Medium-height-rider_W0QQitemZ7236505928QQcategoryZ72573QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
madnurse
(if you notice anything that might help my swim let me know)
i've just spoken to the bike man and he's having a look what he's got, he say's he has a few 54 cm frames and should be able to put something together for you. he says for £3-400 it would probably be something with maybe carbon rear stays and 8 speed dura ace components, maybe 9 speed if he has any,
it is all genuine stuff, he is sort of a contact between a few bike and tri clubs in the area, all the riders use him to swap and change kit. he has all sorts, carbon titanium etc, up tp £5000 + bikes, so it's all good stuff.
the best thing to do is if i describe what he can offer in your size, you get some advice and if you want to look then we can arrange that, no obligation at all.
i'm speaking to him tonight and will let you know later.
fatty