Bike Setup: Ultegra shifters, 105 front and rear ders, ultegra cassette, FSA Gossamer compact with 50T big ring, stock brakes, Ksyrium Equipe wheelset, Conti 28c slicks, San Marco Arami Gelaround saddle.
Summary: I wanted a stronger bike for commuting so started looking around then found the Conquest Pro in an LBS. Had so many parts lying around I did not want a complete bike so Bob got me a screaming deal. Took the bike minus the wheelset, tires, bar top brake levers, cassette and saddle. Added my own parts and totally love the bike - also swapped out the 46T chainring for a more road-practical 50T. Have done 1500 miles this past year on it including an occasional 16 mile each way commute on a mix of surfaces including some dirt - now gas is going up, I will endeavor to ride in more often. Its also my indoor trainer bike as I don't want to beat on my race bike. It rides very well - 60+ mile rides are no problem. Removed the bar top brake levers to give me room for lights etc, plus I don't feel I would use them. The Avid Shorty 4 cantis are not up to much, but are not bad enough to consider changing yet. Maybe I will race cross on it in the future, but its nice to have a rugged road bike for now. Highly recommended.
Strengths: Tough, relatively light. For a full alum frame, it rides very well.
Weaknesses: None other than the Avid brakes
Similar Products Used: EPX 303 carbon road bike - this is my race steed, but not suitable for commuting. Also have mtn bikes, but that's another website!
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Bike Setup: 2005 Redline Pro 54cm
Velomax Sagitta Wheelset (disc ready)
Ritchey Road Pro Seatpost, stem (115) and bars (44)
Ultegra STI levers, 105 Fr & Rr Deraileurs
FSA Gossamer Cranks (175), Ritchey Pro V3 Pedals
Fizik Arione Saddle (Red Stripe)
Ascent Delta V wireless computer
Ritchey Speedmax Cross WCS tires
May upgrade to Discs and Carbon Fork.
Summary: I'm a roadie by nature and this is my first cyclocross bike. Honestly, I'm amazed that this bike can and will do anything you ask of it. Smooth over the road (I upgraded tires to Ritchey WCS 32s, and saddle to Fizik Arione) also very capable on the trails or in the mud...which is what this bike is designed for. I no longer race so I can't speak of this bike in those terms, but if you want a go anywhere do anything bike...This is it! I plan on riding across NYS from Buffalo to Albany this summer along the Erie Canal tow path which is not suitable for a pure road bike. Needless to say with this bike I'm ready. The Conquest Pro is built to take some serious beating.
Strengths: Excelent geometry (Order one-two cm smaller than your road bike)
Ritchey Road Pro Components
Velomax Wheelset is Disc Brake Ready
Shimano Drivetrain (no Campy snobs here)
Super Value for the Money
Weaknesses: Hard to find - I had to call 15 bike shops around the US and only one (Thank you Andy) was able to find a 54 at the Redline warehouse. The '06 models will ship in July '05. Good luck finding an '05 edition.
Avid Shorty 4 brakes (not bad for the money though) They work well but I may upgrade to mechanical discs later this year.
Similar Products Used: Only many mountain bikes and high-end road bikes. This is my first crosser.
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Bike Setup: '05 Redline Conquest Pro - Empella Frog Leg brakes.
Summary: What a great bike! This is a great bike for riding by yourself. Just taking off with no idea where you'll end up. It comes with a great component mix and handles very well. It's even fast!
Strengths: Lots of fun. It's like getting a brand new beater bike that you can ride the (%&^ of. No snooty trick stuff. Just good old bike riding.
Weaknesses: None.
Similar Products Used: None.
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