Advice on a new road bike

[ajwhi2]

I'm looking at buying a new road bike to upgrade from a commuter bike and to start to cycle seriousy.

can anyone give me advice on a new road bike under $2000. I will be looking to compete in some races if possible also.

Thanks

[chacha]

Keep an eye out for some sales, with 20+% off its the best way to get a bike at a great deal. I think total Rush are having a sale on at the moment,
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Otherwise Giant TCR's are amazing value for money and when they're on sale you can usually get them around the 2k mark.

Maybe also have a look at www.chainreactioncycles.co.uk they usually have some good deals on bike makers such as CUBE which make some great bikes.

[chacha]

what city are you in?

[ajwhi2]

I'm in Melbourne. I'm looking at getting the Giant TCR Advanced 2 2011. Any opinions.....

[chris641]

What's the spec on the Giant? Give me some specs your looking at and i'll give you some options

[whitey]

I'm in Melbourne. I'm looking at getting the Giant TCR Advanced 2 2011. Any opinions.....

They are a nice looking bike with good specs. I might get one later this year, taken it for a test ride yet? Check out the Defy range as well. Similar spec with a relaxed geometry.