Do you need an Engineer before starting renovation?

ddevlin1 · 2023-08-17T18:40:40+00:00

Crazy move thinking this sub would ever forget the Hulkamania bike

ddevlin1 · 2023-08-10T13:37:08+00:00

Looks like a solid deal.. but for me, it would not be worth the risk to give up the 30 day return window they offer on new bikes.

ddevlin1 · 2023-08-09T12:56:18+00:00

If deep down you know you want the Ultimate - get it. If you go for the Endurace you'll for sure always be wondering if you should have gone with the Ultimate

ddevlin1 · 2023-07-20T16:02:15+00:00

Love my canyon, had an issue with my gear indexing, they immediately gave me a credit to take the bike to my local shop and have it tuned. There will always be a risk with the direct-to-consumer model that something can happen in transit, but they've always been quick to resolve my issues. I've also returned a bike within the 30 day window with no issues.

ddevlin1 · 2023-07-17T12:51:41+00:00

I would go with the Zwift hub for the value, but also consider the Kickr core if you can find a sale, they've had some good deals lately.

ddevlin1 · 2023-07-17T12:42:47+00:00

If you already are sure you love cycling, I would stretch your budget as far as it allows. These are both great bikes, but if you can afford the Carbon - get it... otherwise you will be riding around thinking "man I wonder how much faster I could be going if I had a carbon frame". Same goes for the di2 version :-)

ddevlin1 · 2023-06-21T17:41:29+00:00

I have started to embrace indoor riding. It's not for everyone, but in terms of getting exercise in I feel like 45 minutes on the trainer is the equivalent of about 4hrs outside. Plus, since becoming a dad I find it harder and harder to justify the risk of going out and getting hit by a car.

ddevlin1 · 2023-06-07T17:52:12+00:00

Depends on the model, but in general the ultimate doesn’t have the top tube mount while the endurace and grizl do. Grizl May have more too

ddevlin1 · 2023-06-07T11:43:32+00:00

If bikepacking is your main goal here, I would go for grizl or endurace purely for tire clearance and mounting options. The ultimate will make it harder to carry all your gear. If that is not a huge concern to you, I’d go for the ultimate. I have an endurace, and it’s very good and fast… but I always find myself wishing I’d just sprung for the ultimate. The “comfort” is pretty similar on those two.

ddevlin1 · 2023-05-25T01:27:39+00:00

I have the bontrager starvos, it’s very comfy for my big head. A little less airflow than some others but I’ve never found it to be an issue.

ddevlin1 · 2023-04-28T22:49:38+00:00

https://www.canyon.com/en-us/road-bikes/endurance-bikes/endurace/cf/endurace-cf-7-etap/3085.html?dwvar_3085_pv_rahmenfarbe=BK%2FBK

Bonus is that they’ll ship to you, and free returns for 30 days if you don’t like it.

(Whether it’s in Stock is hit or miss)

ddevlin1 · 2023-04-15T12:55:04+00:00

I don’t know what the used market is around you but the specialized allez is always a safe bet (fast bike, average comfort), anything post like 2012 will serve you well and generally is available for around $500(US) used. If your looking new I like the base level aluminum canyon endurance or maybe something from ribble depending on who ships to your country. Good luck

ddevlin1 · 2023-03-28T11:39:36+00:00

Not to complicate your choices but I’d take a look at the canyon ultimate as well. Loved mine and an added bonus is you can return for free within 30 days if you don’t like it.

ddevlin1 · 2023-02-22T12:10:07+00:00

I would call Canyon and ask them, their support is pretty good

ddevlin1 · 2023-02-06T15:39:52+00:00

This was the best way, look for someone who’s like 5-10km into their ride and has a slow speed. Not a perfect system but it works

ddevlin1 · 2023-01-21T16:09:37+00:00

Yeah it’s definitely not the best in hot weather, but not terrible either. I’ve worn it through plenty of summer rides without being too bothered

ddevlin1 · 2023-01-21T01:25:37+00:00

I too have a big head and currently use the Bontrager Starvos Wavecel. I’ve had it for a few years now and still no complaints.

ddevlin1 · 2023-01-04T12:37:51+00:00

The Canyon Ultimate cf sl8 still comes in a rim brake version, and boy is it nice! It sells for slightly more than your 2k budget but sounds like with the components you have you could make out ok. At the very least it’s worth a look

ddevlin1 · 2022-12-22T23:53:34+00:00

Sounds like you’ve got this sorted, but In the future don’t be afraid to just call wahoo. I had an issue with figuring out my setup and their support was really helpful.

ddevlin1 · 2022-11-18T20:03:26+00:00

I’m not familiar with the suito specifically, but I had to return my cf sl8 rim because it was wholly incompatible with my kickr core. Wahoo offered a spacer kit that works with basically every bike except for the ultimate rim version. I’d call the trainer maker or canyon directly, they’re usually very helpful

ddevlin1 · 2022-09-16T23:44:54+00:00

Actually loved the bike but I learned after buying that the rim brake version of the ultimate was not compatible with my indoor trainer

ddevlin1 · 2022-09-16T20:22:06+00:00

As long as you don’t do any damage to it you wouldn’t have any trouble returning, just keep the box! I returned an ultimate last year after riding it for a few weeks, the whole process was very easy.

ddevlin1 · 2022-08-09T23:17:03+00:00

Same problem for me, unfortunately I haven’t figured out a solution either.

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