Cervelo P2K

Price Paid:  $1400.00 at e-Bay

Favorite Ride:
Back Country roads w/ fresk blacktop

Bike Setup:
Dura Ace; Zipp 909

Summary:
Very Stiff and fast. Not the most comfy rig I own but the defeniteley the fastest. Taking turns is extremeley awkward; maybe due to the angle of the head tube. Paint chips very easily; poor paint job and the seat clamp device sux. Overall the positioning is comfortable and long rides would not be impossible; on the other hand, the frame is very stiff and you will feel all the road deficiencies.

Strengths:
Meant to go fast; does that for sure along with nice body positiotning.

Weaknesses:
Paint sux, turning is awkward, and the seat clamp will more than likely strip on you.

Similar Products Used:
Litespeed Ultimate

Price Paid:  $2500.00 at Transition Sports-Sa

Favorite Ride:
Wildflower Long Course

Summary:
Finally time to review the 2002 P2k. Waited until I had 6 months and some races to do so. Overall, the P2K is an exceptional value. Very fast, very stiff, but not harsh (like my Trek 2300). Key here is flexible geometry which means you can get a perfect fit with this bike.

Strengths:
Frameset is exceptional. You need to be fitted by a professional on this bike. I did, and it's the most comfortable ride I've been on, particularly in aero position. I do Intl to 1/2 IM races. It's been a flawless ride, and my bike splits have improved a great deal.

Weaknesses:
Factory kit isn't recommended. Change out the Cervelo brakes to Ultegra (or at least the pads). Factory brake set up is spongy-bad. Ritchey wheelset from factory is suspect. I upgraded to Velocity Deep V's for training and am racing this year on Spinergy wheels. Upgrade handlebar setup and saddle as well. Serfas Pro was my saddle choice and I'm very happy with it. This raised price on bike up about $400 but was worth it as I am planning on racing this bike until it becomes a total relic.

Similar Products Used:
Road bike is Trek 2300. Test rode Calfee, Cannondale, Trek, and Litespeed.

Price Paid:  $2700.00

Favorite Ride:
Ironman Wisocnsin

Bike Setup:
Full Dura-Ace, Chris King Headset, Profile ACD fork(Recommend the fork!!), speedplay pedals, Syntace

Summary:
This bike is great, I would recommend it to anyone that is looking for an extreemly fast and aero bike. It is comfy on those long rides, and fast and stiff on the short sprints! I recommend it to anyone!!!!

Strengths:
Stiff, fast, fast, fast!!!!!!!!!!

Weaknesses:
Paint chips really easily, but if careful you can minimize it!

Price Paid:  $0.00 at EnduroSport

Favorite Ride:
Hilly centuries

Bike Setup:
Full Dura-Ace, Deep Hed front, Hed Disc rear, Speedplay pedals, Chris King Headset, Syntace Streamli

Summary:
This bike rides like a dream. It is very stiff and aerodynamic. I was worried coming from a Softride that the ride would be harsh. But after a very short adjustment time I was very happy I made the switch. It corners very predictably. The best bike for the price.

Strengths:
Aerodynamics, stiff & reliable handling.

Weaknesses:
Paint job chips too easily.

Similar Products Used:
Softride Road Rocket, Serotta Colorado AL

Price Paid:  $3000.00 at Endurosport

Bike Setup:
Full Dura-Ace, Zipp 404s, Look Carbon pedals, Syntace bullhorns and aerobars.

Summary:
My first true triathlon geometry bike, the P2K is awesome. Very light and stiff, and super aero (especially with the Zipp 404's), I've loved every mile on the bike. The compact frame makes it easy to get and stay aero comfortably, and ride with power. Any rider who enjoys the aesthetic aspects of bikes will love the rear wheel cutout, the excellent welds, and the overall sweet look of the frame.

Strengths:
Very aerodynamic, light, stiff frame. With the carbon fork, the ride is also extremely comfortable.

Weaknesses:
While some people have had trouble with their seatposts, mine has been perfect. The paint is the only weakness.

Similar Products Used:
I previously used a european steel road bike for triathlons.