Ok, so I love biking. I have a hardtail mountain bike and I do lots of intense xc riding and the occasional xc race. I came to school and joined their bike club/team last year, and all they offered was road, though they told me there would be mountain rides. This year, I joined again, but am planning on getting a road bike to join in on their group rides and maybe do a few races.
Only problem is, I need a bike to ride on. I want something raceworthy, and under $2k. I would like a big brand, but that isn't important. Right now my options are
Ibex Aprisa Elite 6600 - Fit isn't that huge of an issue to me. I can adapt and even go to my LBS and get fitted to one of their bikes and measure the top tube.
Trek 2.3 or Madone 4.5 - My MTB is a trek and I've had no problems whatsoever. Might be a bit lighter, more costly, and lesser components, but it's a big name and has some cred. Plus, I can get it at a LBS and have it fitted.
Special Ed Allez Comp Double or Tarmac Comp Double ($$$)- See : Trek
Crackenfail R1000 - Same as other big names. Edit: I guess the R series is discontinued. insert comprable cannondale.
Any help or suggestions are appreciated. Also taking suggestions but I'm not a fan of Jamis or Giant.
Only problem is, I need a bike to ride on. I want something raceworthy, and under $2k. I would like a big brand, but that isn't important. Right now my options are
Ibex Aprisa Elite 6600 - Fit isn't that huge of an issue to me. I can adapt and even go to my LBS and get fitted to one of their bikes and measure the top tube.
Trek 2.3 or Madone 4.5 - My MTB is a trek and I've had no problems whatsoever. Might be a bit lighter, more costly, and lesser components, but it's a big name and has some cred. Plus, I can get it at a LBS and have it fitted.
Special Ed Allez Comp Double or Tarmac Comp Double ($$$)- See : Trek
Crackenfail R1000 - Same as other big names. Edit: I guess the R series is discontinued. insert comprable cannondale.
Any help or suggestions are appreciated. Also taking suggestions but I'm not a fan of Jamis or Giant.