Hi CH,
No, I didn't get the Scattante. For about the same price I am buying a 2001 Trek OCLV (5200/5500).
Since the nearest Supergo store is about 10000 kms from me, there's no chance of trying it out. If
for some reason I need to resell the bike (fit, characteristics, financial considerations ...), I am
pretty sure of getting back what I put into the Trek. (Actually more since bike prices in France
where I live are much higher than the States). I saw a new Scattante advertised on Ebay that didn't
attract a bid.
I think it's probably a good deal and good value- if it's a good fit and you like the ride, but I've
been supremely happy with a 2 year old Trek that I bought 11 years ago and still ride frequently.
That's worth something. Your $1500 can buy a very nice used bike that can be resold for what you
paid if after a bit you find it's not for you. Personally, other than having the very latest
innovation that is only available in the latest model, (and the lifetime non-transferrable warranty
that come on some frames, though not Scattante), I see no reason to buy a new bike. Any problems are
easily spotted, diagnosed and fixed. The Trek I'm getting is the same frame that the USPS rode this
year in the TdF. And tyhe component level is as good or better. I had to weigh that against being
the "original owner". I went for more bang for the buck.
Still, I think the Scattante is a good sign. Prices on carbon frames will be coming down.
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> Hey Trg - did you purchase the Scattante from Supergo? I am looking around for a road bike and
> this one caught my eye as well. I would greatly appreciate your feedback - e.g. if you bought it,
> are you pleased? If not, why and what did you buy instead?
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