What CX Bike under $2000?
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What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Thu Feb 13, 2014 8:49 pm
Am after recomendations for a CX bike for under $2000. Have looked at the Merida CX 4, looks like pretty good value for around $1700
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby lard » Thu Feb 13, 2014 9:02 pm
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby nezumi » Thu Feb 13, 2014 9:30 pm
I have a Merida CX4 and I've been very happy with it so far, however it is a little on the heavy side (though similar to others at this price point).
I'd also say shop around, the prices for Merida at 99 bikes are far lower than $1,700 for the CX4: $1,399 and $1,999 for the CX5
http://99bikes.com.au/merida-cyclo-cross-4-2014" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://99bikes.com.au/merida-cyclo-cross-5-2014" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Thu Feb 13, 2014 9:46 pm
I have just sold my older 29er and looking for something inbetween my Superfly MTB and Roady. I will more than likely try some racing as I currently race my MTB with GMBC. I used to ride the sold MTB along the bike tracks and dirt rds around home so a CX makes some sense rather than another MTB.
Thanks for the advice re 99 bikes. At their prices could get a cx5 or get local merida dealer (Superstore Geelong) to match the price I had a Merida scultura before I upgraded to an S works tarmac frame. Merida have always been good value.
Lard, will check out the boardman stuff but would rather support a shop for bike purchases
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby silentbutdeadly » Fri Feb 14, 2014 10:28 am
http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/s/cycloc ... y=cheapest" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Main thing to remember is that most of the OEM CX wheelsets are (at best) merely functional but often not much better than decorative (eg. the $2K Bianchi Zurigo with its Joytech hubs). If you have to have a decent spare 29er disc wheelset...you may be golden.
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby grasshopper » Fri Feb 14, 2014 11:13 am
If you want to race legally, get 33mm tyres.
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby simonn » Fri Feb 14, 2014 11:50 am
And, legally or otherwise, look preferably for a 46/36 crankset (or, rather, not a standard compact crankset). 50 is a bit high and a 16t shift a bit slow. A lot of the lower end CXs just have standard compacts.grasshopper wrote:Buyer's guide http://www.bikeradar.com/au/gear/articl ... ion-39859/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
If you want to race legally, get 33mm tyres.
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby outnabike » Fri Feb 14, 2014 4:00 pm
Hi Fletch,Fletch wrote:Nezumi,
I have just sold my older 29er and looking for something inbetween my Superfly MTB and Roady. I will more than likely try some racing as I currently race my MTB with GMBC. I used to ride the sold MTB along the bike tracks and dirt rds around home so a CX makes some sense rather than another MTB.
Thanks for the advice re 99 bikes. At their prices could get a cx5 or get local merida dealer (Superstore Geelong) to match the price I had a Merida scultura before I upgraded to an S works tarmac frame. Merida have always been good value.
Lard, will check out the boardman stuff but would rather support a shop for bike purchases
I was down at this Lbs a couple of days ago, and was told they are closing down by this April.
As they are Merida stockists I thought you may be interested. No affiliations at all on my part. Sad to see another LBS closing down.
http://www.mainlinecycles.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Blackrock » Fri Feb 14, 2014 8:07 pm
Fletch, there are a few CX4 riders on the forums, so plenty of info there. I have posted a couple of youtube video reviews of my CX5 and would be happy to answer any questions you've got.Fletch wrote: At their prices could get a cx5 or get local merida dealer (Superstore Geelong) to match the price I had a Merida scultura before I upgraded to an S works tarmac frame. Merida have always been good value.
Find me on youtube and FB page; Merida Test Rider-Commuter Bikes.
http://www.merida.com.au" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Fri Feb 14, 2014 11:34 pm
I do have a set of Bontrager RXL wheels from the Superfly, I run roval SL carbon rims in it and the RXL's are as new, these maybe better than Crocket std wheels and are tubless ready. Just need some adaptors as are 15mm and 142.
Are CX crew running tubless? What tyres are popular?
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Fri Feb 21, 2014 11:40 pm
Looking forward to doing some km's on it around the kurrajong on Sunday
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Blackrock » Sat Feb 22, 2014 8:50 pm
Find me on youtube and FB page; Merida Test Rider-Commuter Bikes.
http://www.merida.com.au" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Sat Feb 22, 2014 10:54 pm
Would like some info on tyres as I want to go bigger than the std 32mm was thinking 38 or 40mm for a bit more comfort and grip.
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Sun Feb 23, 2014 8:03 pm
Really enjoyed the ride today, got used to the different handling and was scooting along on my 2nd lap of the kurrajong, bit sketchy in the sandy patches and had a few sphincter puckering moments.
would like to get some bigger tyres to replace the 32mm bontrager cx3's, only for a bigger bag, although have to admit very impressed by the grip of these narrow beasties. Also might look around for a setback seatpost.
Anyway Am stoked with this bike
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby silentbutdeadly » Tue Feb 25, 2014 11:54 am
Learn to get you weight back more than you might on the MTB and keep pedalling in the sand and you may surprise yourself. Also keep your hands hooked up deep in the curve of the drop bar when the going gets 'interesting' rather than punching from the tops...tighter control, more braking power...
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby Fletch » Tue Feb 25, 2014 9:30 pm
Sand in a straight line was fine, got a bit sketchy on a few corners, more to do with me being a tad relaxed. Agree with tight in the drops and back further
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby fletch62 » Fri Feb 28, 2014 12:41 pm
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby fletch62 » Sat Mar 01, 2014 12:56 pm
Im also looking for a CX bike under $2000, but more like under $1500.
My main use will be doing a mix of bitumen/gravel road rides. Essentially im looking for a road bike i can put 30+mm tyres on and ride gravel, or put 25's on and keep up in a pack ride. Ride out to the country, tackle some gravel loops then back home.
My current bike has 25's on and thats about as big as it will allow.
Anyone got or ridden a Jamis Nova Pro?
http://www.iridebikes.com.au/store/bran ... 2-nova-pro
Seems like a fairly good spec, Alu. frame, carbon rear, full carbon fork and SRAM Apex running gear.
Other options are the Spec. Crux or a Trek Ion from last year.
Thoughts?
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby cyclotaur » Sat Mar 01, 2014 2:26 pm
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby fletch62 » Sat Mar 01, 2014 2:42 pm
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby cyclotaur » Sat Mar 01, 2014 4:11 pm
Not as far as I know. You release the brakes by closing them against the rim and flipping the cable end (the one with the barrel adjuster) out.... easey-peasey.fletch62 wrote:Had a look at one of them last night. Is there an issue with the front brakes and having to let the tyre down to remove the wheel?
Unless the standard Tektro cantis are different. Mine has Avid Shorty Ultimates ... minor upgrade at purchase.
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
Postby fletch62 » Sun Mar 23, 2014 12:26 pm
I ended up getting a Kona Major Jake frameset, with saddle, seatpost, bars, stem and 105 f/d for $330 on evilbay. Doesnt even look like its been used, stickers are still on all the components.
Bought a red BB30 crankset for $60, Acera r/d for $10 (thanks forum), Tektro 926 mini-v $25(ebay), Shimano r501 wheels $82(cycling express) and 105 levers for $110.
Just need cables, tyres, cassette & chain and should end up costing well under 1k.
Can't wait to get it out in the bush around Bambra.
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Re: What CX Bike under $2000?
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