Klein Bicycle Corporation Quantum TT

Price Paid:  $1400.00 at Nault's, Merrimack,

Favorite Ride:
Along Rhode Island coast viewing Narragansett Bay

Bike Setup:
Swapped stock Bontrager 700x23 tires for Continental 700x25 tires.

Summary:
I was looking for a high-end hybrid bike, preferably a road bike with flat handlebars. I owned, and enjoyed, an Offroad Climber hybrid bike for 12 years, so I am used to, and prefer, the upright riding position. It was betweeen the Lemond Wayzata, Specialized Sirrus A1 and the Klein Quantum TT, but the quality of the Klein frame did it for me. In addition, the Klein has a better grade of components. This is an awesome bike with great handling and riding characteristics. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a better grade hybrid.

Strengths:
Light weight, smooth frame welds and awesome paint job.

Weaknesses:
None so far.

Similar Products Used:
Test rode Specialized Sirrus A1, Lemond Wayzata and various Cannondales.

Price Paid:  $1900.00 at TRM Cycles, Pittsbur

Favorite Ride:
Country backroads with gentle rolling hills and lots of scenery.

Bike Setup:
Terry Liberator Gel saddle, Post Moderne suspension seat post. Otherwise, stock.

Summary:
I am new to cycling, having purchased a Cannondale trail bike about 2 years ago. I wanted to move to the road experience this year, but my 56 year old body could not adapt to a full road setup. The Quantum TT is exactly what I needed -- full road frame, fork, wheels and components, but a more comfortable upright riding position. I added a suspension seatpost and a Terry Liberator gel saddle. I absolutely love the bike. This is one smooth bike, and the riding position is perfect for me. In addition, the bike is drop-dead gorgeous. The Plum Crazy paint job is immaculate.

Strengths:
Outstanding frame and fork. Shimano 105 components work well. Unbelievable paint job.

Weaknesses:
The dropouts make rear tire removal and re-insertion very awkward.

Similar Products Used:
Considered Specialized Sirrus A1 Pro, Cannondale Silk Warrior 900, Bianchi Strada, and Lemond Wayzata.