Looks, responsive-responsive and given it's carbon you can ride it all day.
The bike corners well and handles well at high speeds. Power transfer is awesome, not that I have ridden everything out there - but there seems to be very little give in through the frame (i.e. flex) even when jumping on it.
Adjustable seatpost (choose / adjust your setting between 76 and 78 degress, and angle your saddle which allows for a strong nose ride position)

Saddle - I put a profile design Tristryke on mine which works fantastic in a nose riding position)

I bought this bike after doing some racing knowing that I needed to go to a Tri geometry as a Road bike with Aero's wasn't going to cut it. I loved this bike from first site, luckily if fit (barely) - but I am confident as it was setup with a fully bike fit licensed Physio, and love it more the more I ride it!
After my first race on it - I will be riding this bike for a very long time (no flats next race please....)

The Kalibur offers excellent bottom bracket stiffness. There is just hardly any flex at all. The acceleration, out of the saddle climbing and handling, are all fantastic. You just have to ride one to feel what I'm saying. Don't downplay the handling. On this bike it particularly stands out. It tracks perfectly at high speeds and is very stable and smooth. The fit and finish of the bike is also excellent. Paint, graphics, joins are all without blemish. It is a beautiful ride all the way around.

Having only had the bike for four weeks prior to the race I really didn't have time to dial everything in. It had issues downshifting at times. To be fair I did upgrade the entire drivetrain to Dura Ace 7900 so it really isn't fair to say something is wrong with the setup its just timing I guess. Oh, I will be changing saddles. The factory model just wore me out last weekend. I think I'll look at the Adamo line.

NOTE: This review is for a 2009 Kuota Kalibur. Let me start by saying I purchased this bike at half off standard retail at TrySports in Raleigh, NC through a relationship they had with the group who was sponsoring me for 2009. I looked at all the usual suspects while shopping for my first truly Tri Specific bike and ended up going with the Kalibur for two main reasons: stiffness and stability. The bike tranfers power effortlessly and I don't feel anything is being wasted. I use 180 crankarms and once they spin up to speed the power generated is incredible. Tracking-wise the bike handles beautifully. It goes where you want it to without anything funny going on. Down in aero or up off the saddle it delivers great speed and true tracking. The Nude/Red/White paint scheme is awesome! So happy I didn't get the all Nude model. I just completed the Beach2Battleship 1/2 Ironman and through mile 35 I was over 3.6mph faster than last year at the same point (if not for being so overzealous and underhydrated - bonking on a bike? crazy! - I would have destroyed my previous years time). It was so much fun clicking off rider after rider that first hour and a half. If you are in Raleigh, NC don't hesitate to call Jon Wallace at TrySports for a test ride. His team is really knows the Kuota line and they all race. (I do NOT work for TrySports) What a great bike!

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Cervelo, Specialized, Kestrel and Fuji (though that Matt Reed model is the bomb!)

Light
Price
Geometry (somewhat relaxed)
Plush ride (even by road bike standards)
Looks mean (nude carbon)
Aero seat post looks cool
Climbs well

Frame flex (needs to be stiffer)
Geometry (somewhat relaxed...if you prefer agressive, you may need a different bike).

I have the 2009 K-Factor SL. For the money, you can not beat this bike. The Kueen and Kalibur are (a little) lighter and stiffer, but a lot more expensive. This is great back if you lack hamstring flexibility (like a lot of cyclists according to my chiropractor). It's a fairly relaxed geometry due to a longish head tube, which is great when transitioning to the run or racing anything longer than Olympic distance. My LBS did a fairly intensive fitting for me, so I had zero neck/shoulder pain that you usually experience with a new bike. (I highly recommend getting professionaly fitted...it's worth any extra cost). For a tri bike, it climbs very well (again the relatively relaxed geometry has a lot to do with this). I went up some 5% grades and didn't leave my aero bars. The only weakness is frame flex, which may be a sacrifice for light weight/good price. I notice frame flex most on the trainer...didn't notice it while actually riding. The Kueen and Kalibur are probably stiffer due to a higher grade carbon. My overall rating is 4.75...would be a 5 if the frame was stiffer.
If you live near Kansas City, go to City Cycles...they upgraded components w/o bustin' my bank account. I am NOT affiliated with City Cycles, but as someone that moves a lot I always appreciate getting the low down on good bike shops.

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Trek 5200 Road Bike (OCLV, stiff carbon)

Stiff and responsive.

There was some interference within the cable housing that is in the downtube that prevented smooth shifting to the rear derailler so it had to be removed.

This frame responds when you want it too.It's stiff and transfers power when you want it. When you get this bike moving, you fly. The bike looks so hot that the event organizer actually refered to the bike as evil.

Excellent stiffness and geometry. Delivers a smooth, comfortable ride over long distances. An excellent bike of choice for triathletes. Leaves legs fresh after every ride!

None of which I've experienced thus far. A

First, my bike is an '08 but that wasn't an option on the review choices. I am still relatively new to triathloning (1 year) but love the sport and serious about training. I've tested many tri-bikes prior to purchasing my Kalibur.
I literally drove the bike shops crazy but I wanted to be 100% certain I've made the right choice---and I'm confident I have!
Immediately upon test riding the '08 Kalibur, there was no doubt this would be the bike of choice. It is stiff but at the same time very smooth. I've listened to all the hype leading up to my purchase in how tri-bikes sacrifice comfort on long rides. Truthfully, my Kuota is much more comfortable on long rides than my road bike--hands down!
This bike is what I consider to be a confidence-builder. The precision and stiffness of this bike allow me to feel way more confident and in control while descending at higher speeds.
I could not ask for anything more in a bike, it truthfully delivers what it promises...not to mention it is HOT looking!

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Tested similarily to Orbea and Cervelo P3 (in my opinion).

Neutral position allows a good fit for a large number of athletes. Head tube and BB design- amazing handling and acceleration. Great ride "feel". Light weight- mine built up at 14.5 lbs with race wheels in a small frame.

sizing- like most carbon bikes, sizes are limited- they cover a good range, so there is a good chance you can get one that will fit, but...size matters!

1st a brief background- I have been competing in Triathlon for over 12 years, and have raced very competitively in everything from sprint to Ironman (3 time Kona qualifier out of 4 attempts). I also am a certified coach. I have raced on, trained on and/or tested a high number of bikes. I chose the kuota because of it's high build quality, neutral positioning, and balanced geometry.
After 2 months and 2500 miles of testing and racing, I can tell you that this bike delivers on all that it promises. The bike has excellent stiffness at the bottom bracket and head tube. This creates a great platform for acceleration, out of the saddle climbing and handling. Handling particularly stands out- the bike tracks perfectly at high speeds and sharp turns. Very stable and smooth. I was a very good downhiller before, now I am much faster.
One often overlooked aspect of a Tri bike, is how it leaves you for the run. I was surprised at how much difference there was. My legs feel so much fresher than on any other bike I have ridden- no more 2-3 mile transition to running, I am ready to go from the moment I step off.
If you are already riding a top end bike, don't expect a large improvement in your bike time- unless you are riding a technical course- such as Wildflower, but do expect a big gain in overall performance, particularly on the run.
I have looked at them all- literally, and I firmly believe this is the best all around bike on the market- at any price.

Neutral position allows a good fit for a large number of athletes. Head tube and BB design- amazing handling and acceleration. Great ride "feel". Light weight- mine built up at 14.5 lbs with race wheels in a small frame.

Limitied frame sizes- if they have the right size for you- get it!

1st a brief background- I have been competing in Triathlon for over 12 years, and have raced very competitively in everything from sprint to Ironman (3 time Kona qualifier out of 4 attempts). I also am a certified coach. I have raced on, trained on and/or tested a high number of bikes. I chose the kuota because of it's high build quality, neutral positioning, and balanced geometry.
After 2 months and 2500 miles of testing and racing, I can tell you that this bike delivers on all that it promises. The bike has excellent stiffness at the bottom bracket and head tube. This creates a great platform for acceleration, out of the saddle climbing and handling. Handling particularly stands out- the bike tracks perfectly at high speeds and sharp turns. Very stable and smooth. I was a very good downhiller before, now I am much faster.
One often overlooked aspect of a Tri bike, is how it leaves you for the run. I was surprised at how much difference there was. My legs feel so much fresher than on any other bike I have ridden- no more 2-3 mile transition to running, I am ready to go from the moment I step off.
If you are already riding a top end bike, don't expect a large improvement in your bike time- unless you are riding a technical course- such as Wildflower, but do expect a big gain in overall performance, particularly on the run.
I have looked at them all- literally, and I firmly believe this is the best all around bike on the market- at any price.

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Almost all of the major frames on the market

Great looks, Stiff, Fast, Aero and priced reasonable compare to other carbon TT bike.
Or one more thing, it has 2 bottle cage mounts instead of 1 like most other TT bike has. I have 2 bottle cages for the fast training ride and take them off for races (use XLab mount).

None except maybe the ST angle needs to be 78 degrees.

It is one of the most comfortable and fasteast TT bike I've ever had (although Cervelo P3 looks little bit more aero).
It's very stiff yet very comfortable and stale.
It also looks great with my Zipp Z6 Wheelset. I get a ton of compliment.
Other things I like about the bike is that it has a short head tube so you can achieve a very low position.
I had a medium HED AEROLAB V04 and I couldn't quite get the front end low enough and found its top tube a bit too long (not to mention the seat angle was too laid back at 74 degrees).
With Kuota (M) I was able to achieve completely flat back and the top tube was just right.
Laid back head tube angle provides very stable handling. I can even ride with no hands without any problem. Only improvement they can make is to increase the Seat Tube angle from 76 to 78.

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Stiffness, weight, riding comfort on longer aero rides, price, looks.

None!

After years of road biking, I have just gotten into triathlon and time trials - and this frame is unbelievable. It beats the Cervelo P3C hands down in terms of stiffness, weight, comfort, and of course price. (I am not mentioning the looks, because this is subjective, but I am in love with the understated nude carbon scheme: the frame won't get noticed among all the colorful Cervelos, Quintanas, and Cannondales until it stands with you on the podium, having smoked the competition. Talking about flying under the radar!) My purist buddies chastise me for giving up internal cable routing, I tell them shifting and braking is so much smoother without it, not to say anything about the ease of lubing and/or replacing your cables. Overall, the Kalibur fascinates me now just as much as it did when I bought it eight months ago, and I can tell it is going to stay that way. Absolutely no need to look anywhere else.

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Giant Aero TCR, Cervelo Dual, Cervelo P3C

Fast and stiff.

Frame cracked.

I love the bike. It looks great and is very responsive. I was worried about buying all carbon fiber, until i got on this thing and took off. The only problem I had is a crack in the top tube after about 500 miles on the road. The shop was good about getting me another within a week and I've been on the new one without any complaints. They have a 3 year warrenty on the frame.

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