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Team vs Strada
I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate an
input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. would like to hear from Volae owners Thank M - |
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Team vs Strada
I've posted extensive reports in the last month on my new Volae team. So
have some others. Search the Yahoo Bacchetta forum, BROL forum and this NG. -- Bob Siegel in Gainesville FL "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Team vs Strada
I've posted extensive reports in the last month on my new Volae team. So
have some others. Search the Yahoo Bacchetta forum, BROL forum and this NG. -- Bob Siegel in Gainesville FL "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Team vs Strada
You DO realize that asking this question is like pouring gasoline on a
fire??? I haven't seen such rabid partisanship re. brands since my early days reading this news group, when rans people were much more vehement about being "the one, true BENT". I , personally, ride a homebuilt high racer. As I ironed out the details of the bike, I found myself favoring the details of the Volae. As to how the two designs compare; I'd be surprised if there was any major difference. IT'S THE MOTOR!! For the average rider, components are for bragging rights. They don't have a big effect on performance until you need to accellerate or climb a lot. Even than, put a Lance Armstrong engine on the cheapest heaviest home built and yourself on an Aero and guess who wins??? That said, the Alex rims and Carbonfibre forks I have added to my HRC (High Racer Clone) did change the ride favorable, I think. Of course, having spent the money to upgrade, what was I going to think??? (It's called "cognitive disonance" in psych. circles. Your beliefs change to support your actions) "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Team vs Strada
You DO realize that asking this question is like pouring gasoline on a
fire??? I haven't seen such rabid partisanship re. brands since my early days reading this news group, when rans people were much more vehement about being "the one, true BENT". I , personally, ride a homebuilt high racer. As I ironed out the details of the bike, I found myself favoring the details of the Volae. As to how the two designs compare; I'd be surprised if there was any major difference. IT'S THE MOTOR!! For the average rider, components are for bragging rights. They don't have a big effect on performance until you need to accellerate or climb a lot. Even than, put a Lance Armstrong engine on the cheapest heaviest home built and yourself on an Aero and guess who wins??? That said, the Alex rims and Carbonfibre forks I have added to my HRC (High Racer Clone) did change the ride favorable, I think. Of course, having spent the money to upgrade, what was I going to think??? (It's called "cognitive disonance" in psych. circles. Your beliefs change to support your actions) "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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I own a Volae Team and twice test-rode a Corsa and Aero. I did not see much
difference. The Volae Team gives you more for your money than the Corsa or Aero IF you value the high end components like Dura Ace, SRAM X, Spartacus Pro ... and can live without the Aero's Titanium. Aero and Volae Team weight are very close. Volae Team is more adjustable than the Aero, which is set up by the dealer for one rider, the buyer. Dealers must charge sales tax on the Bacchettas. Hostel shop charges no sales tax but charges $80 for shipping. I found my Volae's setup effortless. -- Bob Siegel in Gainesville FL "Tom Blum" wrote in message news You DO realize that asking this question is like pouring gasoline on a fire??? I haven't seen such rabid partisanship re. brands since my early days reading this news group, when rans people were much more vehement about being "the one, true BENT". I , personally, ride a homebuilt high racer. As I ironed out the details of the bike, I found myself favoring the details of the Volae. As to how the two designs compare; I'd be surprised if there was any major difference. IT'S THE MOTOR!! For the average rider, components are for bragging rights. They don't have a big effect on performance until you need to accellerate or climb a lot. Even than, put a Lance Armstrong engine on the cheapest heaviest home built and yourself on an Aero and guess who wins??? That said, the Alex rims and Carbonfibre forks I have added to my HRC (High Racer Clone) did change the ride favorable, I think. Of course, having spent the money to upgrade, what was I going to think??? (It's called "cognitive disonance" in psych. circles. Your beliefs change to support your actions) "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Team vs Strada
I own a Volae Team and twice test-rode a Corsa and Aero. I did not see much
difference. The Volae Team gives you more for your money than the Corsa or Aero IF you value the high end components like Dura Ace, SRAM X, Spartacus Pro ... and can live without the Aero's Titanium. Aero and Volae Team weight are very close. Volae Team is more adjustable than the Aero, which is set up by the dealer for one rider, the buyer. Dealers must charge sales tax on the Bacchettas. Hostel shop charges no sales tax but charges $80 for shipping. I found my Volae's setup effortless. -- Bob Siegel in Gainesville FL "Tom Blum" wrote in message news You DO realize that asking this question is like pouring gasoline on a fire??? I haven't seen such rabid partisanship re. brands since my early days reading this news group, when rans people were much more vehement about being "the one, true BENT". I , personally, ride a homebuilt high racer. As I ironed out the details of the bike, I found myself favoring the details of the Volae. As to how the two designs compare; I'd be surprised if there was any major difference. IT'S THE MOTOR!! For the average rider, components are for bragging rights. They don't have a big effect on performance until you need to accellerate or climb a lot. Even than, put a Lance Armstrong engine on the cheapest heaviest home built and yourself on an Aero and guess who wins??? That said, the Alex rims and Carbonfibre forks I have added to my HRC (High Racer Clone) did change the ride favorable, I think. Of course, having spent the money to upgrade, what was I going to think??? (It's called "cognitive disonance" in psych. circles. Your beliefs change to support your actions) "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Robert,
Normally I agree with most of what you say,but here goes; The difference between the Volae Team and the Corsa, Both have carbon seats and forks, The Volae has Dura-ace components, the Corsa has Ultegra, The Corsa has the Terracycle tilt ,the best made IMO,I would give the nod on wheels to the Team ,but not by much. The Corsa has the FSA carbon crank ,the Team has Dura-ace,I give that to the Corsa. The brakes would go to the team since the front brake on the Corsa is crap,which I've already changed to shimano. The handlebars on the Team are kind of strange looking IMO. Now since you were comparing buying from a dealer and paying sales tax or buying from mail order and paying shipping, ,I bought my corsa from a LBS and paid $2150. Rolf wanted $2995.for the Team. Is the Team worth almost $850. more than a Corsa? I say no. Ben Fox "Robert Siegel" wrote in message ... I own a Volae Team and twice test-rode a Corsa and Aero. I did not see much difference. The Volae Team gives you more for your money than the Corsa or Aero IF you value the high end components like Dura Ace, SRAM X, Spartacus Pro ... and can live without the Aero's Titanium. Aero and Volae Team weight are very close. Volae Team is more adjustable than the Aero, which is set up by the dealer for one rider, the buyer. Dealers must charge sales tax on the Bacchettas. Hostel shop charges no sales tax but charges $80 for shipping. I found my Volae's setup effortless. -- Bob Siegel in Gainesville FL "Tom Blum" wrote in message news You DO realize that asking this question is like pouring gasoline on a fire??? I haven't seen such rabid partisanship re. brands since my early days reading this news group, when rans people were much more vehement about being "the one, true BENT". I , personally, ride a homebuilt high racer. As I ironed out the details of the bike, I found myself favoring the details of the Volae. As to how the two designs compare; I'd be surprised if there was any major difference. IT'S THE MOTOR!! For the average rider, components are for bragging rights. They don't have a big effect on performance until you need to accellerate or climb a lot. Even than, put a Lance Armstrong engine on the cheapest heaviest home built and yourself on an Aero and guess who wins??? That said, the Alex rims and Carbonfibre forks I have added to my HRC (High Racer Clone) did change the ride favorable, I think. Of course, having spent the money to upgrade, what was I going to think??? (It's called "cognitive disonance" in psych. circles. Your beliefs change to support your actions) "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Team vs Strada
Robert,
Normally I agree with most of what you say,but here goes; The difference between the Volae Team and the Corsa, Both have carbon seats and forks, The Volae has Dura-ace components, the Corsa has Ultegra, The Corsa has the Terracycle tilt ,the best made IMO,I would give the nod on wheels to the Team ,but not by much. The Corsa has the FSA carbon crank ,the Team has Dura-ace,I give that to the Corsa. The brakes would go to the team since the front brake on the Corsa is crap,which I've already changed to shimano. The handlebars on the Team are kind of strange looking IMO. Now since you were comparing buying from a dealer and paying sales tax or buying from mail order and paying shipping, ,I bought my corsa from a LBS and paid $2150. Rolf wanted $2995.for the Team. Is the Team worth almost $850. more than a Corsa? I say no. Ben Fox "Robert Siegel" wrote in message ... I own a Volae Team and twice test-rode a Corsa and Aero. I did not see much difference. The Volae Team gives you more for your money than the Corsa or Aero IF you value the high end components like Dura Ace, SRAM X, Spartacus Pro ... and can live without the Aero's Titanium. Aero and Volae Team weight are very close. Volae Team is more adjustable than the Aero, which is set up by the dealer for one rider, the buyer. Dealers must charge sales tax on the Bacchettas. Hostel shop charges no sales tax but charges $80 for shipping. I found my Volae's setup effortless. -- Bob Siegel in Gainesville FL "Tom Blum" wrote in message news You DO realize that asking this question is like pouring gasoline on a fire??? I haven't seen such rabid partisanship re. brands since my early days reading this news group, when rans people were much more vehement about being "the one, true BENT". I , personally, ride a homebuilt high racer. As I ironed out the details of the bike, I found myself favoring the details of the Volae. As to how the two designs compare; I'd be surprised if there was any major difference. IT'S THE MOTOR!! For the average rider, components are for bragging rights. They don't have a big effect on performance until you need to accellerate or climb a lot. Even than, put a Lance Armstrong engine on the cheapest heaviest home built and yourself on an Aero and guess who wins??? That said, the Alex rims and Carbonfibre forks I have added to my HRC (High Racer Clone) did change the ride favorable, I think. Of course, having spent the money to upgrade, what was I going to think??? (It's called "cognitive disonance" in psych. circles. Your beliefs change to support your actions) "mjbass" wrote in message . .. I am looking at both the Strada and the Team. I would appreciate any input. I know both are good bikes and have their plusses and minuses. I would like to hear from Volae owners. Thanks MB -- |
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Team vs Strada
"Ben Fox" skrev... The Corsa has the FSA carbon crank ,the Team has Dura-ace,I give that to the Corsa. Whats the advantage of FSA? Think I checked them out once and they were heavier than the Dura-ace. Mikael |
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