Hello,
I have managed to destroy my frame - sad face.
This gives me a great opportunity to upgrade - happy face!
I was looking at Planet X and Ribble, prefer a carbon frame and would like some sound advice please. Willing to consider alternatives. My old frame was a Cannodale Super 6.
Budget - Not sure, but I don't want to embarrass my Zipps.
Thanks
Robin
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Tony said:
How did you manage to destroy the frame?An unfortunate set of circumstances, leading to a bang, and broken rear fork. I'll expand next I see you.
If I remember right, you also had a SRAM red group set that also won't want to be embarrassed along with your ZIPP WheelsTis true
Nothing else for it - you'll have to buy one of these frames
https://www.cervelo.com/en/triathlon/p-series/p5No! Although my mate from Sram has one and I was hoping he was tired of it. The feelers are out.
I wouldn't tell the missus about how much you intend to invest...she could get quite upsetIt goes with me to the grave...
Raya Hubbell said:
Hey Robin,
Highly recommend going to do a bike fit so you know that the frame fits properly. Not all frames fit equally as they say.... both my road bike and TT ultimately were brands I wasn't expecting or that I'd even heard of.
Swift cycles is good. We also have access to a bike fitter through the club. The price of a fit is insignificant compared to what you are paying for the frame and will make a considerable difference to your decision.
Members opinions are great! But unless that have the same dimensions as you, they don't actually matter.
RayaI've had a bike fit in the past (Nicola Roberts) it was very helpful. I'll look at swift, thanks
Tony said:How did you manage to destroy the frame?An unfortunate set of circumstances, leading to a bang, and broken rear fork. I'll expand next I see you.
If I remember right, you also had a SRAM red group set that also won't want to be embarrassed along with your ZIPP WheelsTis true
Nothing else for it - you'll have to buy one of these frames
https://www.cervelo.com/en/triathlon/p-series/p5No! Although my mate from Sram has one and I was hoping he was tired of it. The feelers are out.
I wouldn't tell the missus about how much you intend to invest...she could get quite upsetIt goes with me to the grave...
hi - I measured up my old fitted trek and then followed the Planet X measurement guide online. I have to say I love the carbon frame and Ultegra gears and they make up for what old age is taking away (they are the only reason I've got faster) I took the bike for a proper fit recently and they only had to adjust it a tiny bit, so I reckon that the Planet X experience is with it. If you are looking for a fit that doesn't cost the earth Evans in Guildford do them for £50. A bit of a trek but couldn't find anywhere closer unless you are spending £££££.
One of the Planet X benefits for me is that they cater for women so this advice might not be helpful for you. And I am sure your lovely wheels would suit one of their bikes very well.
Hi Robin
I'm biased but Canyon do amazing bikes and frames for very good value for money. The Aeroad is a thing of beauty.
Only down side is delivery times (and subsequent customer service), which they really need to sort out. Once you've got the bike though you forget about all that.
Thanks for the tips. Just waiting for my bike pimp to come back to me. He must be tired of his Pinarello by now!
Jake Pollard said:
Jake, What size did you go for on the Canyon? I've just plugged in my details and it says a small frame. I'm a shrinking 5'10....
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