First Tri Bike

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Subject: First Tri Bike
Hello, I'm a new beginner triathlete (hence why I am here). I have done two sprints so far this year using my current road bike '11 Felt F3. I am in the market for a tri bike but on the fence between a few brands.

Quintana Roo CD01 Ultegra
Cervelo P3
Kestrel 4000 Pro SL

I have test rode the QR but not the other two. I've heard Kestrel's run big and I am not tall (5'6"). I would prefer to stay away from an XS bike with 650 wheels. The QR I rode was a S and had no issues.

I would love feed back from the community and if there are any other brands worth looking into I would love to know.

Thanks!

2013-07-14 6:58 AM
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Subject: RE: First Tri Bike
Highly recommend getting a bike fit first and the start looking for a bike that fits YOU.

It's very unlikely that a XS QR would fit you... More than likely too small.
2013-07-15 5:57 PM
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Subject: RE: First Tri Bike
Thanks. FYI I said I want to stay away from XS small bikes and/or bikes with 650 wheels.
2013-07-16 5:38 AM
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Originally posted by kwallace12

Thanks. FYI I said I want to stay away from XS small bikes and/or bikes with 650 wheels.


That's exactly my point. That statement says to me that you have considered that you may need an XS (with 650's) which is very likely not so. In other words, I don't think you know exactly what size you need. And don't take that as an offense, many beginner triathletes buy bikes that simply do not fit them properly. The reason why a tri bike is faster than a road bike is the position it allows the rider to be put in, very little of the gain comes from the bike itself. So a properly fitting bike is crucial. Hence, get a bike fit first and then buy a bike.
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