[philoanna]

I am in the process of getting rid of some bikes and getting more steel bikes. I got a Salsa Casseroll single speed for Christmas and I ride the heck out of it. It is totally flat where I live, so I get by very well with a single speed. I am going to sell my Tricross Sport and put the money toward either a Specialized Allez Double Steel or a Salsa Casseroll Double for group rides and trips to hiller places. The prices don't match up, but I would probably put better wheels on the Allez if I went with it. I have not ridden the Allez yet, but I know that I would love the Casseroll if it rides like my single speed. Just looking for some input from anyone who owns either bike.
Thanks.
Kevin

 

[rcnute]

Sounds like you like the Salsa a lot, so I'd stick with what you like.

 

[MaxCycles]

I personally think that having two of the almost same bike would be kind of redundant. I also don't think I'd buy the allez just to upgrade a bunch of stuff to make it more like the casseroll double. I rode a steel allez and really liked it. Could go that route and try riding it as is for a while, the lower level stuff still works great.

 

[dnewnham]

I really enjoy my Allez and agree with maxcycles....the shimano 2200 stuff works perfectly. I have heard the wheels are heavy but I seem to be able to keep up with most people without any trouble, even on the hills....

 

[philoanna]

Thanks for the feedback. I am going to order the steel Allez next week.

 

[TXKestrel]

ive ridden the steel allez, im sorry but it just doesnt compare to vintage steel... just IMO it did ride great though...

 

[cs1]

ive ridden the steel allez, im sorry but it just doesnt compare to vintage steel... just IMO it did ride great though...

What's different on it than a vintage bike, other than lugs? They seem like a Surly minus the versatility.

 

[PeanutButterBreath]

What's different on it than a vintage bike, other than lugs?

Tubing & geometry, potentially.