Shogun Team Issue...is this bike any good?

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Hi All,



I'm crossing over from mountain biking to road riding. I am in the market for a road bike.



I don't envisage riding the Tour de France but I’m looking for a decent bike for long road rides. I will be doing the 100Km ride from Southbank to Southport in Brisbane in 4 weeks time.



Can I please get some feedback on the following bike?



It's the 2007 model and retail for $2500 however they are on special for $2000. This one is second hand and I can get it for $1000.

Specs are;
Frame - Shogun 6061 compact frame with carbon rear seat stay


Fork - Carbon




Front Derailleur - Shimano Ultegra








Rear Derailleur - Shimano Ultegra








Crankset - Shimano Ultegra








Shifters/Brake Levers - Shimano Ultegra 10 speed








Cassette - Shimano 10 spd 12-25T








Wheelset - Shimano R550








Tyres - Maxxis Xenith Deux Categorie 700 x 20C








Brakes -Shimano Ultegra





Seatpost - Tioga Carbon

Seat - Tioga CR-MO

I don't know much about Shogun, but the compenents are good - Ultegra is excellent, 550 wheels are nice and sturdy and look good as well, 6061 Al supposed to be pretty tough.

Are you buying it from a shop?

check if it is the right size for you. There are lots of threads on this forum that discuss sizing and a lot of useful places on the net, and don't forget your local bike shop.

Southbank to Southport sounds like a good ride.