I know all about the differences in the bikes. I even sat through a 2 hour presentation put on by a Cervelo rep so know the differences. I still feel I could use some guidance in deciding which would be best for me.
I have only raced Tri's at this point but definitely plan to race some road events next year. Crits intrigue me, but road races seem more my style. I ride with groups 2-3x/week on my current road bike and solo on my tri bike 1-2x/week.
Climbing is my strength. My Watts/KG FTP is 4.1. During my competitive rides I excel on the climbs, hold my own on most flat situations, but occasionally lose wheel during an intense sprint. This initially led me to lean more towards the S series so I could improve upon my weaknesses with bike choice. Then I got to thinking about what I enjoy doing, and that is climbing. If I already have a tri bike for fast solo efforts and enjoy climbing, I may enjoy the R series more.... Tough call.
Which would you go with in my shoes? Which is a more enjoyable ride? Would I feel or perform slower on climbs with the S series? Which would be best for road races? Anyone ridden both for extended periods of time? I guess it's also important to point out that the S series is sexier and sometimes being excited by how good your bike looks goes a long way with motivation.... for me at least.
I have only raced Tri's at this point but definitely plan to race some road events next year. Crits intrigue me, but road races seem more my style. I ride with groups 2-3x/week on my current road bike and solo on my tri bike 1-2x/week.
Climbing is my strength. My Watts/KG FTP is 4.1. During my competitive rides I excel on the climbs, hold my own on most flat situations, but occasionally lose wheel during an intense sprint. This initially led me to lean more towards the S series so I could improve upon my weaknesses with bike choice. Then I got to thinking about what I enjoy doing, and that is climbing. If I already have a tri bike for fast solo efforts and enjoy climbing, I may enjoy the R series more.... Tough call.
Which would you go with in my shoes? Which is a more enjoyable ride? Would I feel or perform slower on climbs with the S series? Which would be best for road races? Anyone ridden both for extended periods of time? I guess it's also important to point out that the S series is sexier and sometimes being excited by how good your bike looks goes a long way with motivation.... for me at least.