Hi everyone,
I am in the final stages of selecting a full carbon bike for recreational moving into light races.
Last week, I took home a Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 running Ultegras and carbon cranks. It felt amazingly steady on Sydney (****) roads and confident at high speeds over 40 km/hr. It took up vibrations well and never jittered around. Quite light sitting at about 7.6kg w/o pedals. Beautiful looking bike. Also I love Cannondales (its personal... ). However, it will set me back around $5000 AUD which is by no means great value.
On the other hand, there is the Giant TCR Composite 1 running same components and carbon cranks. Looks good too (though I think the Synapse looked better in Blue/Pearl White). I am yet to ride it but have heard many good things about it (will test this Friday). Weightwise, similar but seems heavier in the rear. This one is on special at $3199 and is the last one of my size in the shop.
Both frames will be strong enough for me with the TCR a little more compact in geometry (funny that). Its a pretty big difference in price and I would like to know from those who have had experience in either as to whether its worth the dosh for the Cannondale.
I am also considering that bikes will be on sale around September but I heard Cannondales are pretty firm on prices. The TCR is currently on discount and I dont know if it will ever go under $3000. Can everyone please put me out of my misery and post some constructive advice. (I will take into account the geometry that suits me... I promise...)
Thanks in advance guys!!!
I am in the final stages of selecting a full carbon bike for recreational moving into light races.
Last week, I took home a Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 running Ultegras and carbon cranks. It felt amazingly steady on Sydney (****) roads and confident at high speeds over 40 km/hr. It took up vibrations well and never jittered around. Quite light sitting at about 7.6kg w/o pedals. Beautiful looking bike. Also I love Cannondales (its personal... ). However, it will set me back around $5000 AUD which is by no means great value.
On the other hand, there is the Giant TCR Composite 1 running same components and carbon cranks. Looks good too (though I think the Synapse looked better in Blue/Pearl White). I am yet to ride it but have heard many good things about it (will test this Friday). Weightwise, similar but seems heavier in the rear. This one is on special at $3199 and is the last one of my size in the shop.
Both frames will be strong enough for me with the TCR a little more compact in geometry (funny that). Its a pretty big difference in price and I would like to know from those who have had experience in either as to whether its worth the dosh for the Cannondale.
I am also considering that bikes will be on sale around September but I heard Cannondales are pretty firm on prices. The TCR is currently on discount and I dont know if it will ever go under $3000. Can everyone please put me out of my misery and post some constructive advice. (I will take into account the geometry that suits me... I promise...)
Thanks in advance guys!!!