So I am buying a commuter bike and am between two Specialized Sirrus Bikes...Sirrus Elite Carbon vs Sirrus X Comp Carbon. They seem to ride smoothly and I like the lightness factor (because I have zero upper body strength and when I'm weighed down with full panniers/a basket on back...every pound counts.)
I am a sucker for the turquoise on the X Comp but think the "Future Shock" baby suspension thing on the fork is more than likely superfluous. I am willing to overlook that though *if* it's not going to require a lot of maintenance over time.
Has anyone bought/repaired that component? My questions are:
I am a sucker for the turquoise on the X Comp but think the "Future Shock" baby suspension thing on the fork is more than likely superfluous. I am willing to overlook that though *if* it's not going to require a lot of maintenance over time.
Has anyone bought/repaired that component? My questions are:
- Does it hold up over time?
- Is it completely enclosed and so doesn't require a lot of lubrication/spring repair?
- How long does it take to wear out?
- Is it really expensive and annoying to repair/replace?
- Am I being ridiculous being sucked in by the turquoise? And I should just go for the regular black Elite?
