Weaknesses: Can't stay off the bike; want to ride it all the time.
Bottom Line:
Purchased this bike to replace my Trek 2200 road bike that I had set up as a tri bike with the Profile Design seat post and aero bars to have the aero triathlon bike since I mostly ride for triathlons. This bike is an awesome ride. The ride is stiff, responsive, and fast. It doesn't flex like my Trek or other carbon frame tri bikes I tried. I have only put 60 miles in 2 rides in the few weeks I have had the bike and I love this bike. I live in North Florida so I don't have any big hills to climb, but the bike is light and I think it would climb great. In both of the rides, I was able to maintain about 2 mph's (18 to 20) faster than my previous fastest training ride and my legs felt great getting off the bike. I'm not sure if it was the "new bike" excitement or the bike is just that much better.
If you are a beginning triathlete or want to upgrade to a great tri bike, I would recommend this bike.
Strengths: aerodynaqmics, handling, base component kit for the price, black anodized paint job
Weaknesses: wheelset but it is serviceable until you can afford something more expensive
Bottom Line:
I bought this bike 2 years ago and have slowly but surly upgraded some of the components although the base bike kit is just fine. The aerodynamics are still second to none and I run with the expensive dogs which un-nerves them to no end. When I found out that the frame of the p2 sl is only 60grams heavier than the more expensive carbon p2c version and about 1/2 the price, I jumped at this one.
Strengths: I have passed some pretty high end bikes on my low end Cervelo P2-SL. This machine should have been much, much more!
And all I did was upgrade some parts here & there.
upgrade tips
Vuelta Pro Super Light wheelset, Neo Pro crankset, Velo TT saddle, Profile aero bottle, Michelin Ironman tires,& Keo carbon pedals.
Weaknesses: Does this box Question even need to be here?
Really!
Bottom Line:
I am 5'11 & 153lbs.
My Cervelo P2-SL is 19lbs. & 4oz. naked
I got a really hot bike, nicknamed "Black Betty" after the song by "Spider Bite" from my girl & her friends, because it's insane what this Machine lets you do.
I got a cervelo skin suit & the bell helmet too.
And, I custom design/made the same style CSC had for there Time trial helmets. ask to see pic's
Strengths: - comfortable aero position
- stable on crappy surfaces
- quality workmanship... a beautiful frame
- relatively affordable price of admission
- visual appeal for what's becoming an old school design
- faster than its engine
Weaknesses: - none found so far.
Bottom Line:
This bike's excellent design and build quality, and its decent componentry, greatly suits my needs. It's affordable enough that I can ride a time-proven fast frame and hone my craft, allowing me to upgrade as I go. It's a pleasure to ride; so far I've only gone 60 kms (~35 miles) at a time but no discomforts, and that's with a 50 year old body!
Weaknesses: Unable to mount a water cage on the down tube.
Bottom Line:
I previously owned a road bike with aero bars mounted which did fine for my first triathlons. Once I purchased this bike (really I have the P2K) I was much more comfortable on the bars. The Ultegra setup is much smoother and responsive. This bike increased my average MPH by about 1.5mph while I was coming off of injury. I really like having the spacers above the headtube to allow the stem to be lowered allowing for that perfect fit for the rider.
Ok, so I am between 6 feet and 6'1, I am around 189 pounds and this will be my first tri bike; and I never rode with Aero bars before.
So I went to my LBS and I test rode the 56 Read More »
I did a TT earlier this year and I really enjoyed it, so I was thinking of picking up a second hand TT frame and building it up with some components from pbk. I've got my eye on o Read More »
Just picked up a barely used 2008 P2 SL! The Cervelo is my first TT bike, and I'm very much looking forward to that aero position.
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