Hey guys, I have finally narrowed down my search for a new bike to a few options.
The bikes/deals I have being presented are;
Kuota Kharma, 105, $1995
Merida Scultura 905, Ultegra, nice componentry, $1999
Giant TCR Advanced 3, 105, $1900
Is there anything I should specific to any of these bikes? They all ride nicely and are aesthetically pleasing but I can't decide =/
Thanks!
Kuota vs Giant vs Merida
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Re: Kuota vs Giant vs Merida
Postby usernameforme » Sun Nov 11, 2012 11:31 am
toss a coin, they are all nice bikes
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Re: Kuota vs Giant vs Merida
Postby mattwilkinson » Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:51 pm
If they all ride nicely, then maybe go for the Ultegra since its an 'upgrade'
Thats if things like frame feel the same.
Thats if things like frame feel the same.
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Re: Kuota vs Giant vs Merida
Postby usernameforme » Mon Nov 12, 2012 1:22 pm
Or go with the frame that you think you'll keep the longest, i.e. most bling, lightest or looks nicest
FWIW I think (by looking at the pictures ) the giant is the lightest and the kuota is the most aero
Beware with the Merida thinking you'll get nicer components, the Giant has a full 105 kit while the Merida seems to be a mish mash groupset, nothing wrong with either, but some people like matching componentry
FWIW I think (by looking at the pictures ) the giant is the lightest and the kuota is the most aero
Beware with the Merida thinking you'll get nicer components, the Giant has a full 105 kit while the Merida seems to be a mish mash groupset, nothing wrong with either, but some people like matching componentry
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Re: Kuota vs Giant vs Merida
Postby PerthNewbie » Mon Nov 12, 2012 8:01 pm
I got the Kuota! I like the frame and geometry and it is definitely very aero!
I figure I can upgrade components once some more money comes in =)
Thanks for the advice.
Will post pics soon.
I figure I can upgrade components once some more money comes in =)
Thanks for the advice.
Will post pics soon.
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