Having a hard time deciding between these three bikes on which to get as my first nice big boy bike purchase lol. Last year I bought a used trek bike for 200 bucks just to see if I enjoyed it before going all in and now I want to purchase a nice bike as I have fallen in love with the sport. I know all three of these bikes have different purposes and that’s what’s making this hard.
The endurance seems like a solid choice since it has the better group set and still looks good in my opinion but I honestly don’t go on such long rides where I think the benefit would really start to shine. It typically ride 1 to 3 hours a workout, a few times a week and I feel like this bike shines more on long ass rides. The ultimate seems like a good price and a middle ground where it’s sporty but also comfortable. The aeroad is just dope as hell but I’m not racing for a podium so idk honestly if the aggressive fit would be worth it for the extra speed. I mainly ride for fun/ a good workout. I do have some events I signed up for but again it’s a fun challenge not trying to get first place.
Anyways any help appreciated!!
by michy3
5 Comments
I got a good deal on a 2021 Aeroad CF SLX, with Di2. Loved every second on it!
Given what you described I’d suggest the Endurace. It’s got larger tires to deal with crap pavement and a dirt road here and there. It’s a great all around road bike, and is still plenty fast. Unless your area is just straight hills (ultimate) or you’re planning on getting into racing (aeroad) the Endurace is the move imo.
what does your body tell you? can you bend over line a shrimp?
also check out geometrygeeks, put in your current bike as a reference and the three bikes to compare the geometry.
I am absolutely wailing on my Endurace a few times a week, fast, punchy, hilly rides. Zero spacers under my stem, nice clean look, nice seat to bar drop.
I don’t think you want an Aeroad.
Definitely compare geometries via online app to see what fits.
The Aeroad and Ultimate have identical riding positions.
If the performance differences between these bikes mattered for your riding, you would be receiving your bike from the hands of a team mechanic. An endurance geometry bike is usually the correct choice for the rest of us.