Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions please
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Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions please
Postby linelevel » Wed Mar 19, 2014 12:15 pm
I am looking at a brand new Oppy ES Di2 in matte black/white for $3K new through a friend at a shop. I have been commuting for about 2 years but have only ever had flat bar road bikes and a banged up old road bike on loan so it's time to upgrade. I'm not an expert on bikes and parts but want to buy something around the $2,000-$4,000 range so could anyone offer me advice on this purchase? Is it a decent price or could anyone offer an opinion on an alternative bike that's either cheaper with the same components/features or the same price with better components/features?
Thanks very much
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby Xplora » Wed Mar 19, 2014 4:45 pm
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Postby linelevel » Wed Mar 19, 2014 7:19 pm
Cheers
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby Derny Driver » Wed Mar 19, 2014 7:44 pm
Not sure why you would want Di2 ...I suppose mechanical versus electric shifting is another argument, but IMHO mechanical is less hassle, cheaper and works brilliantly for what you would be using it for.
Im a MS fan but I wouldn't buy the ES, I wouldn't pay 3 grand and ride on Aksiums. Depending on where you live I would point you to a good LBS who would set you up on a Giant /Trek / whatever with mechanical Ultegra and some decent wheels.
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby Xplora » Wed Mar 19, 2014 8:52 pm
Get a Domane. No question. Comfy bum equals win for commutes.
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby brendan c » Wed Mar 19, 2014 11:28 pm
They pretty much all cracked at the top tube/seat post junction and there were no dramas with the lifetime warranty.
What saddle is on it? coz the home-brand saddle on mine was a fizik aliante rip off and really comfy, much comfier than what trek put on 5 series madones of which I'm now on my second after getting skittled while riding the first.
I busted a rear hub in the aksiums it came with after about 8000km, but they completely redesigned aksiums only a year later, so no idea on their durability.
The replacement I got was noticably flexy but I got out of D grade and into C while riding it, apparently Huon-Genesys were on the same frame when Nathan Haas dominated the NRS.
All that being said.... I have no idea about the quality of the current frame. Who knows what it's like compared to the other usual suspects who also do ripper deals on Ultegra Di2: Cell/Azzuri etc... Similar specced Azzuri is cheaper and has better wheels last time I checked.
Bike exchange has the 2013 for 2799, but it's got the old 10speed stuff on it.
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Postby linelevel » Thu Mar 20, 2014 3:13 am
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Postby Xplora » Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:13 am
Fr this cash you really need to ride the bikes setup for you. We've mentioned the group ad wheels because they are very very relevant and independent of the frame cost, and honestly it's just as important as the frame for comfort and speed.
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby grimbo » Thu Mar 20, 2014 11:31 am
- the C5 has a stiff frame, gives quite a bumpy ride. Quick, slightly twitchy handling
- the madone has a beautiful smoth ride that soaks the bumps. Very assured but responsive handling
- the madone sure does fit me better
- the Madone is more than double the price of the C5
Conclusion. Jeez, I dunno.
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Postby mogwaiboi » Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:26 pm
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Postby vosadrian » Fri Mar 21, 2014 10:44 am
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Postby vosadrian » Fri Mar 21, 2014 11:44 am
Before the Omeo was released I had my eye on the Polygon A9/A9X. It is a shame they don't have the A8X in Australia. The A8X would be a 7.5kg Ultegra Di2 with Cosmic 50mm wheels for around $3.5-4k. The A9X is nicer, but $5.5k, which is cheap for Durace DI2 bike, but expensive enough to start thinking about bigger names. The A9 is mechanical Durace, but seems like a good deal at $4k. I prefer to save cash on Ultegra over Durace, but no option in Oz without the A8X.
The Omeo 2.0 looks great in that it is Ultegra Di2 11 speed with the mid compact front rings (36/52), around 7.5kgs, and the reviews say the frame is stiff and seems to have OK aero. I don't really need the wheels it comes with as I have something equivalent to them already, so would probably sell them ($3-400?) and get some Durace C50s for around $1600. I already have some Durace C24s that I would use for tight crits (lots of accelerations) and hills, and then use C50s for flatter courses and more open crits.
That post got more long-winded than planned!! Any bikes I have not considered that should be? I am probably pretty powerful for a 70kg rider, but I am no 90kg powerhouse, so I probably don't need the stiffest frame out there. I would guess I put out about 1000W peak. Strava has me hitting 1300W estimated in some sprints, but I suspect that is reading over.
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Postby linelevel » Fri Mar 21, 2014 1:08 pm
Pity I can't test a Cell Omeo in Perth (or can I?) =\ That is a really decent deal for the price I feel. Off to the shops tomorrow for some test riding, thanks again.
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Postby vosadrian » Fri Mar 21, 2014 1:36 pm
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Postby Xplora » Fri Mar 21, 2014 1:45 pm
TT Bars is an extremely good reason to go Di2, but you'll want C75s or 808s if you are TTing not 50s hehehe
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Postby linelevel » Fri Mar 21, 2014 1:48 pm
Max respect everyone
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Postby Xplora » Fri Mar 21, 2014 3:11 pm
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby macca33 » Wed Mar 26, 2014 3:48 pm
Xplora wrote:I'd be real careful about what you choose Adrian, you're a powerful rider and might not appreciate a carbon noodle, or something that doesn't feel good. Omeo might be great, Azzurri might be good too. I'm not dissatisfied with going cheaper group and better frame though, even if I do quietly wonder about going Campagnolo 11spd in my quieter moments...
Agree in relation to the Omeo - the test I read - cannot remember which publication - mentioned flex in the frame, so it would be well worth a good test before laying down the cash.
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby vosadrian » Wed Mar 26, 2014 4:02 pm
It would be great to get some longer rides in on all the options, but that can be difficult to arrange (I could probably ride a few kms around the Cell store, but need to get 50+kms really). Many offer a money back satisfaction guarantee if they are online also.
At the end of the day, I am not fussed on brand names in the least. Sure I will take something with a nice name if it is not any more expensive, but really I just want something that ticks as many of my boxes for the cheapest $$$. With the Omeo or similar I tick more boxes for the same $$$, but if it does not ride any good, that changes everything.
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Postby Dirty32 » Thu Mar 27, 2014 5:32 pm
What size frame are you needing?
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Re: Oppy ES Di2 2014 (matte black/white) for $3K opinions pl
Postby Dirty32 » Fri Mar 28, 2014 2:28 pm
Not that it matters now, but Giant in the CBD have some pretty awesome deals on at the moment.
They have a 13 / 14 TCR Advanced 0 with Ultegra Di2 (10sp) in Large for $2500. Good buying!
Anyhow, I guess it doesnt matter too much anymore. Happy riding!
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