I have a friend that is wants me to help him buy a new road bike and I wanted to get others feedback on what I should be look at for him.
He is a recreational cyclist that had just started doing group rides and has done a few Fondo's. He has mentioned that he wants to get something better than he has right now and might try racing in a few years. Currently us riding a bike with 105 but wants to upgrade so we are looking for something with Sram Force or Shimano Ultegra.
I am a bit biased in what I would do for myself but always love others thoughts.
Velovie was a thought based on a few others from this site especially with their 30% off sale right now. I have also been looking at local bike shops for year end sales and there are a few that aren't that bad. Also thought about building him an open mold frame, 2nd tier parts and some nicer aero wheels but not sure if he would want the warranty that a bike shop would offer.
So anything thoughts would be appreciated.
He is a recreational cyclist that had just started doing group rides and has done a few Fondo's. He has mentioned that he wants to get something better than he has right now and might try racing in a few years. Currently us riding a bike with 105 but wants to upgrade so we are looking for something with Sram Force or Shimano Ultegra.
I am a bit biased in what I would do for myself but always love others thoughts.
Velovie was a thought based on a few others from this site especially with their 30% off sale right now. I have also been looking at local bike shops for year end sales and there are a few that aren't that bad. Also thought about building him an open mold frame, 2nd tier parts and some nicer aero wheels but not sure if he would want the warranty that a bike shop would offer.
So anything thoughts would be appreciated.