Merckx Majestic or Litespeed Classic?

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Quoted message said:

Any strong thoughts on either? I know that the Merckx is made by Litespeed,
but is a different geometry and tubeset. Both are comparable in price, both
are about the same weight.

Decide by which geometry suits you best?
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Alex

FOGGYPEAKE said:

Any strong thoughts on either? I know that the Merckx is made by
Litespeed, but is a different geometry and tubeset. Both are
comparable in price, both are about the same weight.

Slightly OT, but a couple of years ago, I was in the Colorado Cyclist and
asked almost the exact same question comparing the Merckx to a Lightspeed.
After looking at the two frames side by side, and talking to the salesman, I
decided that the Lightspeed would have been a better bike for me, even
though at the time the Merckx was cheaper. I'm sure there were other
factors, but I don't remember the details any longer.

But, in the end, I actually let them talk me into buying a steel Tommasini
instead. They were cheaper, had a *super* nice paint job, and the ride was
really good. I'm still really happy with the Tommasini, and I still ride it
almost every day.

Regards,
H.

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Quoted message said:

Any strong thoughts on either? I know that the Merckx is made by Litespeed,
but is a different geometry and tubeset. Both are comparable in price, both
are about the same weight.

The Majestic uses the same down tube as the older 2001 - 2003 Tuscany.
It starts out as a 1-1/2" round tube before it's shaped into the
semi-aero profile. In comparison, the Classic uses a 1-3/8" down tube
which will increase ride compliance at the expense of bottom bracket
ridgity.

In the end the difference isn't enough to matter in my opinion. Get
the one that fits the best.

Ed