OCR 2 frame is exactly the same as the OCR1 and OCR3.
Cheers
John
Sasha Nackovski wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> Seems the general conclusion is that Raceline bikes are not bad, but not brilliant either. I think
> I may stick with a more reputable brand.
>
> Steve, you mention that I should be able to get the Giant OCR1 for under $1600. Any idea where?
> Most shops seem to be selling them close to the RRP of $1899. I would agree that the OCR1 seems to
> be extremely good value for money.
>
> Had a look at an OCR2 in the shop the other day, was not all that impressed with the quality of
> the frame. Welding seemed to be a bit sloppy in places. Still, for $1250 its probably still not
> bad value for money.
>
> I can get a good deal on an Avanti Vivace (carbon fork, Tiagra/Sora components, Mavics etc). Too
> bad about the ugly paint scheme. Can anyone give me experiences with this bike?
>
> Thanks to all who responded.
>
> Sasha
>
> On Fri, 23 May 2003 23:48:06 +0800, IDEAL <
[email protected]> wrote:
>
> >GIANT OCR2 is OK but OCR1 has carbon fork & a full 105 gruppo which is a so much better deal &
> >you should be able to get this under 1600$. If your budget can stretch it the TCR2 is a great
> >looking bike this year & first glances passes for a much more expensive bike. Don't sell Merida
> >or Raceline, but Merida are a global brand, very big in Europe, Raceline are a locally
> >distributed brand by Apollo. Merida has a bit more racing kudos & jazzy paintwork but stick with
> >their aluminium frame versions. Steve
> >
> >
> >
[email protected] wrote:
> >> Sasha Nackovski <
[email protected]> wrote: Hi Sasha,
> >>
> >> My limited experience with Racelines is that they are just ok...
> >>
> >> Look at the Meridas and Specialised bikes....
> >>
> >>
> >> Very good value for money...
> >>
> >>
> >>>Hi,
> >>>
> >>>Looking at buying an entry level road bike to complement my mountain bike. Anyone have any
> >>>opinions on the Raceline brand of bikes, particularly in terms of quality and durability.
> >>>Especially interested in the Performance model which seems reasonably well equipped for the
> >>>money. Any opinions greatly appreciated.
> >>>
> >>>Also noticed that Freedomachine is selling Giant OCR2 for $1250. Any opinions on this bike?
> >>>
> >>>Thanks,
> >>>
> >>>Sasha
> >>
> >>