Storck Absolutist 0.9

Price Paid:  $3000.00 at laufradhannover

Model Year:
2007

Favorite Ride:
Storck Absolutist 0.9

Bike Setup:
Shimano Ultegra full packet

Summary:
I have only just taken a keen interest in road bikes and under advice from a more experienced rider went for a carbon fibre frameset. I chose the Storck Absolutist 0.9. This was my first road bike and I was almost talked out of it by my friend as he thought it was alot of money to spend on a bike when I was only just starting out. All I can say is that I am glad that I went ahead and bought it. WOW. This bike is very fast and my top speed so far is 57.5kmh but that was a slightly downhill sprint. I average 28kmh over 30 or 40km. Some say this bike is uncomfortable but I disagree. The frame is stiff but I don't think it is a rough ride. Using cleats and the brake/gear change levers took a bit getting used to, and the steering can be a bit twitchy at times if you are not careful. All in all a fantastic bike, with the added bonus of looking great and being the envy of alot of people. I am training for my first 100 mile race and I am sure it will be great on this bike.
This is my first ever review and I will do another in six monts or so. I hope this helps.

Strengths:
The bike is very light and very stiff which allows alot of transfer straight to the pedals and this bike loves hills.

Weaknesses:
None that I can think of. Seriously. I cannot find any fault with it.

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