alienator said:
Scott's bikes are, in fact, made in the Far East.
If that is the case, what do you guys thinks about buy Scott vs. Specialized bike? (Since they are both fr. Taiwan, I think)
I'm looking into investing $1700-1900.
I test rode the Roubaix Comp in the past but didn't feel much different from my old bike. The Scott CR1 that I tested was a very short test drive ...( the store was about to close that day) so I didn't get a feel much.
Judging from the forums here, most people seems to like the Scott CR1. I wonder if I can get some help narrow down my choices. Much appreciate.
Currently, I have a old 90's Specialized Epic Carbon tubes with upgrade to used DuraAce STI groupo. The wheelset are used Mavic Open Pro w/ Utegra hubs purchased on ebay also.
The bike feel find but, I feel I can get myself a current models and test out the new carbon frameset. I also think my old handle bar and the wheels are very old and need a overhale or new piece.
Overall, I have been looking into Trek ( Madone vs. Pilot??), Orbea Onix, Specialized Roubaix, and Scott CR1.
The LBS the last recent visit told me he is pushing the Scott CR1 Team Issue out of his line and willing to let it go for $1700. Wonder if that is a good deal???
However the CR1 has the lower series of groupo...I believed it is only Shimano 105.
Appreciate if anyone out there can chip in a comments or two. Thanks again.