I am an enthusiast rider and also participate in club time trials ready to purchase a new road bicycle. I have narrowed my choices down to the Giant TCR Composite 2 or the Giant TCR (aluminum.)
I am 5'10" and weigh abut 215. I am a former powerlifter and seem to prefer lower cadence pedaling. I am working on speeding up my cadence but its taking time.
I currently ride a Giant OCR3 which is now inadequate. The components are worn and the frame is too flexible to warrant upgrades.
My question is this: Given my size/weight and riding style which bike would suit me better? I don't want to get into another situation where I lose power through the flexing frame. But I also don't want to sacrifice too much weight for a marginal amount of stifffness.
I am 5'10" and weigh abut 215. I am a former powerlifter and seem to prefer lower cadence pedaling. I am working on speeding up my cadence but its taking time.
I currently ride a Giant OCR3 which is now inadequate. The components are worn and the frame is too flexible to warrant upgrades.
My question is this: Given my size/weight and riding style which bike would suit me better? I don't want to get into another situation where I lose power through the flexing frame. But I also don't want to sacrifice too much weight for a marginal amount of stifffness.