roadies

sogood said:

Irrespective of comfort, isn't it the main issue of not riding tri-bikes for commutes is that it's potentially not as safe in traffic? That is, weaker brakes, less responsive riding position, less responsive front end control setup.

Plus, people might think you're a triathlete. :eek:

sogood said:

Irrespective of comfort, isn't it the main issue of not riding tri-bikes for commutes is that it's potentially not as safe in traffic? That is, weaker brakes, less responsive riding position, less responsive front end control setup.

True for most, but it would depend on the riders skill and experience with the bike.

braking and quick manouvers are almost impossible to do on a tri-tuck position.

I reckon the REAL reason posers buy Tri-bikes is that they look really cool! They look sleeker, meaner and faster than your normal roadbike those newbies new to road biking scoops up the best money can buy with the eye candy points,..only to find out its wrong for their use....aha...thats what eBay is for!!! i bet half of those sellers in eBay selling their tri-bikes have never raced in triathlons before!

I have a Giant TCR2 and it is a very different ride to the OCR bike, it feels a lot more responsive than OCR and I feel it handles a lot better and is okay for commuting with a backpack.

I am not sure how the TCR Aero will go for commuting given it is primarily for triathlons and may not be that safe in traffic.

James

top_aussie said:

i think im set on a TCR aero 1

You will probably regret buying a TT bike. Avoid this one.