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 2009-09-11 4:45 PM |
Champion  7704     Williamston, Michigan |  Subject: When do you replace your bikeI took my bike in for some repairs this week and the mechanics seemed incredulous that I was riding a THREE YEAR OLD BIKE. I mean geez o pete its not like I am riding a 20 year old 30# 10 speed with shifters on the down tube (not that there is anythign wrong with that) Its a nice carbon fiber 2006 Quintana Roo Seduza. I have roguhly 10,000 miles on it. Its up tp date on its maintenence etc. So when is it reasonable to replace your otherwise normally functioning bike that fits you well and you are fast and comfortble on? After X number of miles? After Y number of years? Just because you can? I realize some people like to buy the bestest newest technology as soon as it hits the market. I just dont see a big reason to replace a perfectly good bike just because. |
| 2009-09-11 4:54 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Resident Curmudgeon 25290 The Road Back Gold member | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike I get a new one when I can afford it. Averages about every two years or so. I think now I have the perfect tri bike and the perfect road bike, so maybe I'm set for a while. If your bike works and you're happy with it, why care what anyone else thinks? |
| 2009-09-11 5:00 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Regular 123 | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike my motto has always been, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it." If the bike looks good, there's nothing mechanically wrong with it, and you feel comfortable on it, i'd keep it. however, if I could justify spending money on a newer, better workhorse, (such as a carbon frame over the aluminum frame i currently own), then yes, I'd upgrade. Once i get comfortable with something, it's really hard for me to want to swap it for something new. But then again, I fear change. |
| 2009-09-11 5:05 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Elite 3315 Miami | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike usually once technology changes enough to justify a new bike....i don't know how often that is on roadbikes / tt bikes since i am new to the tri scene. but i have a p2c 08 and 09 and 10 have the exact same frame, so i don't see a reason why i would change. in mountain biking world i would change the bike every 3-4 years. |
| 2009-09-11 5:28 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Pro 4578 Vancouver, BC | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike Replace? I don't replace, I just add new ones. Last last bike I got October 2008 became my road summer bike, then my 2005 Trek became my road winter bike and my 198something Cannondale became my really crappy winter road bike. |
| 2009-09-11 6:29 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Member 313 Ventura County, California | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike 3 years is nothing! |
| 2009-09-11 6:32 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Member 53 Nor Cal - Bay Area | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike Wow, I like the way you guys think. Thanks! You've pushed over the top:-) I have a 15 yr old Serotta (steel), and a 6 year old Biachi (Aluminum), and have been trying to justify the purchase of a new carbon fiber something. Now that I know what dinosaurs these things are I can rationalize the purchase of a new bike. Just need to hold off until the 2010 models are out (end of the month). John |
| 2009-09-11 6:44 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Champion 19812 MA | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike Sue 'socks' and I have bikes from about the same time period and I think I have about 12000 miles on my bike. I have found I have started to need to replace parts as I've worn things out. So far I've replaced my front derailuer, need to replace my bar end shifters beyond the normal cassette, chain, cables and the like. If there comes a point I need to replace most of the parts, I'd rather buy a new bike. |
| 2009-09-11 6:46 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Master 1325 Lake Oswego, OR | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike I buy a high end road bike every 10 years which gets upgraded as necessary. However, this time I just added a tri bike this year (year 10). |
| 2009-09-11 10:04 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Expert 997 North Central WV | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike I have yet to replace my bike. I still ride my little old Specialized Allez Vita. I bought her about 5 years ago. She keeps getting new parts though and she is probably the only triple with 404s and a disk. Now I have my new Cobb Max to put on her. But, I am contemplating a custom-made tri bike. I have a hard time finding bikes that fit. My road bike is too big for me. |
| 2009-09-11 10:34 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
| Master 1963 | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike whenever wallet will allow  |
| 2009-09-11 10:43 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Regular 72 | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike This is my first season and I'm riding an already-modified used road bike I got in Santa Monica for $130. I've since made some modifications to it myself. I have no idea how old it is, it has chipped orange paint but it has decent Shimano components and other parts. When I took it to the shop for its first tune-up, the mechanic looked at it and said I had a "Wolf in sheep's clothing" and I knew I had a keeper. I enjoy riding this bike (fast) because it reminds me of a fun period in my life and I have a sense of ownership. I don't have any plans to spend $1000+ on a new bike in the near future because I like the idea of tinkering with what I've got. At some point though, the scale may start to tip toward a new bike. One of the things I like about the tri community is that everyone brings a different perspective and motivation to how/why they race. |
| 2009-09-11 11:19 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
| Veteran 294 Boston | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike I bought my Specialized Allez in 2003...I'm actually renting a bike in October for a race and the man at the shop thought I mispronounced the name of my bike because apparently it is an old model...but there is no possible way I can get a new bike in the next 2 years so I'm content with my bike which has a bunch of miles on it - not sure exactly how many. I've replaced a bunch of parts, but like other people have said, if you have to replace a few major items, it might just be a better investment ot get a new bike. Otherwise, why buy a bike every 2 or 3 years just because you think its time? If its working properly, keep it! If you WANT a new bike, on the other hand, that's a different story! |
| 2009-09-11 11:27 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
| Master 2460 | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike 3 years is NOT too old for a bike. No way - I'd go to a whole new LBS if they gave me attitude like that. Cellphones, yes, 2-3 years is old and you're way behind on features. But for bikes, 8-10 years is not even too old for a bike! I still would consider a 3 year old bike a "new model" bike. The frame and components on that bike are not significantly different from a 2010 model. |
| 2009-09-11 11:39 PM in reply to: #2401861 |
Master 2404 Redlands, CA | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike About every 3 years, or when I have the cash; its alot harder when you have a mtb, road, and tri bike to rotate. |
| 2009-09-12 12:10 AM in reply to: #2401499 |
Champion 7136 Knoxville area | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike ASAP. Except, I add instead of replace. |
| 2009-09-12 12:10 AM in reply to: #2401499 |
Expert 1116 Thornton, CO | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike Whenever I get hit by a car and insurance pays for a new one. (and no that doesn't need the sarc font) |
| 2009-09-12 4:19 AM in reply to: #2401499 |
Champion 26509 Sydney | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike Took me 5 years to go from my first road bike to an upgrade.... And I would like to think that will be the minimum time span on looking for roadies again - in fact I love my bike so would probably keep the frame and just look at component upgrades indefinatley for quite awhile... (until I can maybe afford my ultimate De Rosa or Im REALLY out of date) That doesnt stop me from adding bikes to the stable... |
| 2009-09-12 7:04 AM in reply to: #2401565 |
Cycling Guru 15134 Fulton, MD | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike jeng - 2009-09-11 6:28 PM Replace? I don't replace, I just add new ones. Combination of this and Bear's response. If I have the money I'll go out and add another one. |
| 2009-09-12 7:46 AM in reply to: #2401499 |
Champion 7036 Sarasota, FL | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike My Cannondale is almost four years old and has 3500 miles on it. I taking loving care of it and it is in pristine condition. I am lucky from the standpoint that I can afford to buy a new bike, but at this point I don't feel I deserve one. My limiter is me, not my bike. I have not come close to extracting my bike's potential. For a variety of reasons, I have not been able to train as much as I would have liked in the past year. When I can get back to training more diligently then I'll consider something new - I look at it as a way of rewarding myself. Mark
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| 2009-09-12 10:57 AM in reply to: #2401499 |
Pro 5011 Twin Cities | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike Had I not gotten a gift, I would not have replaced my 8 year old tri bike this winter. I had swapped out some components along the way, but no need to get a new one. |
| 2009-09-12 2:49 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
Extreme Veteran 592 Long Island | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike So what I'm hearing is....maybe it's time to replace my 1983 Motobecane Grand Record? |
| 2009-09-12 3:25 PM in reply to: #2401565 |
Expert 606 Lakeville, MN | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike jeng - 2009-09-11 4:28 PM Replace? I don't replace, I just add new ones. Last last bike I got October 2008 became my road summer bike, then my 2005 Trek became my road winter bike and my 198something Cannondale became my really crappy winter road bike. DING DING DING...we have a winner! Actually, the question should be phrased: when do you actually get rid of one of your bikes. When the net worth of your bikes exceeds your mortgage, then you can consider parting ways with some. Note that I said "consider"... |
| 2009-09-12 5:39 PM in reply to: #2401499 |
| Fishers, IN | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike I ride with a guy who rides an old beat up Lemond of 1990 vintage, he races crits and road races very well. I could see them joking around if it needs maintenance, but 3 years old isn't old. Of course if you can convince my wife that three years old is rediculous and that I need a new bike I'd be greatful. |
| 2009-09-13 8:34 AM in reply to: #2401499 |
Extreme Veteran 682 Mendenhall, MS | Subject: RE: When do you replace your bike I have a 1998 trek 370, im going to get a new one in the spring. I figure 11yrs old it time for a upgrade. I will not sell her, i will use it for a training bike. |
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