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2009-06-14 3:58 PM

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Subject: Clyde Size Road Bike
Currently on a Trk 7.3 hybrid thinking of moving to a road bike -not a tri specific bike as I ride quite a few hills around my home and don't see  me doing much more than sprints ,oly (60 y/o beginner)

Assuming fit will be primary concern ---what brand and even model may be best suited for 5'11' @ 265 lb assume alum will be better suited than carbon ??

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2009-06-14 11:10 PM
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Subject: RE: Clyde Size Road Bike

Hey there, I'm pretty close to your specs. I'm 6'0 268, but I'm working on it. I tried a few aluminum bikes before I bought my carbon. For me, the aluminum would not support the weight. The frame would flex too much and the bike would not shift properly. So, I had to go with a carbon. 

I originally bought a Masi Grand Corsa which was an aluminum bike with carbon forks and seat stay. But, like I said, it wouldn't shift correctly because of the weight. But, I love the way that Masi felt. So, I had to take it back. I went with a Scott CR-1, that bike was flawless, no problems with shifting during the year I had it. But it just didn't fit right and didn't feel like the Masi. So I sold that bike, took a bike hit, and bought a Masi 3VC Carbon bike. This bike is awesome. I know this is a lot of info, but thought I'd share my experience. Hope this helps.

Take care, 

2009-06-16 8:55 AM
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Subject: RE: Clyde Size Road Bike
Hi there.

Thought I let you know my experience in this respect. I have a 2008 Felt F85, which is an alloy bike with carbon fork, mostly shimano 105, ultegra rear.

I simply could not be happier with this bike.. It is rock solid. I was 320lb when I started riding it, and it was fine in all respects. Have put about 7000 km on it and it is as good as the day I bought it.

I have fitted a stubby riser head stem to bring the handlebar up and back, also have DEDA aero bars.. I tend to ride aero as much as possible.

I will probably get a Tri bike at some stage, but for a while this is my weapon of choice. 
2009-06-17 7:12 AM
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Piccy of my F85



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2009-06-17 11:39 AM
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Carbon Actually works really well for Clydes, actually better then alum or steel. Weighs less and is stronger. Just make sure you get the CF bike from a name brand bike manufacture, not from some off brand. What type of carbon fiber and how it is used to build a bike makes all the difference.

I am about your size and weight and picked a Cervelo RS. The frame fits me well and suited my riding style.

2009-06-18 1:40 AM
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I have a carbon fiber road bike. When I went to carbon from aluminum there was a noticeable difference in stiffness with the carbon being stiffer.  I am 225 now but was around 250 when I got this bike. Mine is a Trek Madone 4.5 you could probably find one for approx $2000 or less.

2009-06-18 3:47 AM
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Subject: RE: Clyde Size Road Bike
yeah my next bike will be a carbon for sure.. and be a Felt.. Cool
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