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Originally Posted by berettafan
ordered a new bike this weekend. should be in later this week. it's not 'ultimate' by most definitions but I am way stoked about it.
Roubaix Sport with 105. almost bought a di2 model but didn't like the paint scheme on the one the shop had and there were no others available at the sale price to order. Test rode a 105 bike to see how the new 105 shifts and was very impressed with it so i'm saving $500 and putting that towards a wheelset and few other items.
garage door pic will be posted after I pick it up.
Gotta say the Roubaix really does smooth the road out. I rode a Tarmac and the difference was remarkable. Tarmac didn't really feel faster but definitely felt jittery. zero jitter on the Roubaix. Can not wait to get a nice long ride in on this bike.
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I bet you can't wait to get your new bike. I had to buy a good saddle first thing, the Giant one was a cheap knock off. I really wanted a Roubaix, but couldn't bring myself to pony up nearly $4K for the Expert. I love Ultegra.
The seat stays on my Defy really work. My son was amazed to watch them flex under my bouncing ass. It's a comfy bike, I'm getting used to the relaxed geometry. I really like the stiffness of the BB hammering up hills. I'm not really impressed with the rear disc brakes so far. The long cable has too much flex & creates a mushy feel that doesn't inspire confidence. Maybe different pads will help. Here's yesterday's
ride with my 13 year old son.