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Greenwaylawn
a Triathlete
from Date Reviewed: October 25, 2007
Strengths: Ride quality, comfort, looksWeaknesses: Braking its a little soft even after readjustmentBottom Line: Just bought this bike and in comparison to the Giant I was riding this bike much more comfortable and faster. It soaks up all the bumps and road vibration. Being a larger rider 6'3 185 (long legs smaller torso) I found it difficult to find a comfortable bike period.I am very happy with the bike and look forward to competing with it next year.
Favorite Ride: Classic Qualifier
Price Paid:
$900.00
Purchased At: Private
Similar Products Used: Giant OCR 1
Bike Setup: Stock
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zonie
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: January 1, 2006
Strengths: Comfort, handling, aerodynamics, unusual looking, conversation starter.Weaknesses: A bit heavy, unusual looking, one frame mounted bottle cage.Bottom Line: Fairly new to riding, I was in search of a comfortable bike, that didn't require one to suffer with a sore butt. Went from aluminum to carbon to the Softride. Wow, I thought the carbon Trek was smooth, nothing compares to the cushy tushie treatment of the Softie. Primarily a long distance rider, I rode the Tour de Tucson as my first "event" and got off the bike feeling tired but not sore. On the downhills I was passing everyone while coasting, yet they were pedaling. The hype about the aerodynamics is true, this thing is flat out fast. I couldn't keep up with the serious riders on the flats or uphill, but I was grinning on the downhills as I passed the hard core racers. Cornering is awesome too, and as an experianced motorcycle rider (25 years)who loved strafing corners on street legal race bikes, I can say the suspension effect of the "beam" improves handling in corners. I've gotten questions from other riders, but no dispairaging remarks, just curiosity. As nice as this bike rides, and with the superior handling in the twisties, I'm surprised more folks are not riding them. Could it be that they look bizarre? I dunno, but these ought to be alot more popular than they are.
Favorite Ride: Long and curve laden
Price Paid:
$1300.00
Purchased At: used
Similar Products Used: Trek 1500, Trek 5900
Bike Setup: Campy components, behind the seat waterbottle cages, Conti Gatorskins on handmade wheels.
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