First of I need to define what kind of riding I want to do... Looking at the terrain around here it will most definitely involve tons of climbing. As far as I gather popular rides in the area are between 20 and 60 miles. That would call for a light frame... Aluminum or carbon.
Other things to consider:
- Do I want to race my bike? Probably no, except for a Tri perhaps.
- Do I want to tour? No.
- Do I want to commute by bike? Unlikely.
What else is there to consider?
- Gearing: Questions here: Double or triple? What cassette? 12-25? 12-27?
- Wheels: Box vs. Aero? Which tires? 700-23? 700-25?
- Components: Compagnolo or Shimano? Which level Ultegra? 105? Dura Ace? (or equivalent)
- Size: Probably in the neighborhood of 62cm
- Cost: Yeah... well...
Comments anyone?
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Carbon frame. Campy Chorus 10-speed (or a SRAM group). Compact crank -- 50-34 (be kind to your joints...lots of climbing around here). 11-25 cassette. If you have to have the traditional double in front, get the 13-26. 700x23. Box vs. aero/dish...eh, not sure it matters that much for recreational purposes. So many choices...fun, huh?
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