I actually own a Trek OCLV but I hate Trek bikes in general.....the frame broke on me in a race and Trek are replacing it free of charge, which is jolly decent of them, but I'm much happier riding on my alu Cinelli Unica that I bought as replacement.
I've nothing against the bike itself.....it is awesome, it's just Trek has this image and reputation as the bike that the "Lance brigade" get, and the Madone in particular is the ludicrously expensive bike that the well paid middle aged recreational guys get.
In the race scene here (Euro Cat 1) the coolest bike to have is one the team make you ride, or an unmarked black frame with your own choice of wheels etc.
Each bike brand says a little about the rider perhaps?
Another personal fave of mine is overweight guys riding super light CF bikes. Could eat less / ride more and spend less!
I've nothing against the bike itself.....it is awesome, it's just Trek has this image and reputation as the bike that the "Lance brigade" get, and the Madone in particular is the ludicrously expensive bike that the well paid middle aged recreational guys get.
In the race scene here (Euro Cat 1) the coolest bike to have is one the team make you ride, or an unmarked black frame with your own choice of wheels etc.
Each bike brand says a little about the rider perhaps?
Another personal fave of mine is overweight guys riding super light CF bikes. Could eat less / ride more and spend less!