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    Which first alu bike 2000€?


    Hello,

    I'm a beginner and I'm looking for a versatile, durable, and upgradable bike.

    My criteria:
    – A budget of €2000 for the bike
    – An aluminum frame because it seems that a high-quality aluminum frame is better than a low-quality carbon frame. And I don't mind a 1kg difference for a first bike.
    – Endurance geometry because I prioritize comfort and want to be able to do +100km of road cycling.
    – 2-speed chainring at the front because maybe one day I'll consider doing a race or a triathlon for fun.
    – Minimum 32mm tire width for light gravel and light bikepacking.
    – A cassette with the lowest gear ratio of 1, for example, 50/34 at the front and 11-34 or 11-36 at the back for climbing.
    – Relatively easy to maintain the bike myself, I'm willing to learn.
    – Doing indoor trainer workouts because I need to get back in shape.

    I've already found some options:

    – CAAD13 105: €2199
    56- 9kg, Shimano 105 7100 12s, 50/34, 11-36, max 30mm tire width

    – Domane AL 5 Gen 4: €2299
    56 – 9.95kg, Shimano 105 R7100 12s, 50/34, 11-34, max 40mm tire width

    Thank you

    by h1dv

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    1. BD59 on

      You already have a good list. The Canyon and maybe the Rose are direct to consumer brands. Factor in costs for a mechanic to look the bike over once assembled, or to do the assembly for you.

    2. Volant_Hollandaise on

      The canyon is best overall for the price but do keep in mind it’s a DTC brand and you will miss out on after-sales services. If you have a good LBS it may be more prudent to go for the Domane. It’s a fine bike.

    3. Epiliptik on

      I’d go Canyon if you want the cheapest and don’t mind DTC, I’d go trek if you want the LBS and don’t mind to pay the extra. The Canyon is a road bike with a relaxed geo, the trek is close to be a gravel bike with bigger tire clearance, a longer wheelbase and relaxed geo.

    4. EmbarrassedFig3410 on

      I’d go CAAD but that’s a much more aggressive geo but has potential to be real fast. I have a 10 and got the weight down to 16 lbs running ultegra. Odd it the cheapest of the four I own but the most fun to ride.

    5. MDZPNMD on

      What’s the source on a cheap Al frame better than cheap carbon frame?

      What even is “better” in this case, surly it must be how long you need for a given course faster being better.

      I only ever heard one bike engineer ever say this and the entire community seems to repeat it.

      Sounds like anecdotal evidence based on a limited sample number but I’d be glad to learn more.

    6. random6722 on

      Never buy a bike in spring, because prices drop very hard around October 😉

    7. Accomplished_Gear_11 on

      I‘d go for the rose. Literally everyone who started during covid rides a canyon😂
      I would not invest for the brand name if your on a budget. I would go for one of the cheap brands.

      I would also recommend checking out some 2nd hand options but I sure understand the wish of wanting a new unused one. I just got a really nice one (full carbon + aero wheels) for 1900 from my local bike shop. I also checked websites like buycycle, ebay and willhaben.
      If you‘re down for a used one just make sure you give the bike a good check beforehand and maybe take a buddy with you that knows one or two things about bikes.
      Whatever bike you choose I‘m sure you‘ll enjoy riding it! The best bike always is your bike i guess haha
      Good rides!

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