Durable and quality componets.

The seat is beyond uncomfortable.

This bike has withheld so serious abuse. I had been running half and full marathons for a few years and decided to take the next step and complete a Half Iron. This bike got me through several years of training and plenty of crashes. It has held up through it all. I have recently upgraded to a full Tri Bike for my first attempt at a Full Iron Man and to step up my training but this bike was a quality machine.

The T43 is a good value, thus stock setup does not require much refinement.

The front derailer is the only one, especially since I perfer a triple over a double.

Yes, the T43 may be yellow, but this bike has good components, a comfortable geometry, and provides a balanced ride (with plenty of road feel).

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I use a Felt Z80 for daily commuting, and ride the T43 on weekends. Over the years, I have a owned a variety of Schwinn road bikes.