New to this, thinking of a Planet X SL Team Alu

sicknewt
sicknewt Posts: 181
edited September 2009 in Road buying advice
Hi all,

First post on the road section of the forum so be kind!

I've been looking into getting a road bike for a few months, originally thought about getting something fairly cheap (£300ish) but have convinced myself I need something a bit better.

I'm thinking of getting a Planet X SL Team Alu with the Planet X Model B wheelset: http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/acatalog/SL_Team_Alu.html

What do people think? It would seem that Planet X generally get pretty good reviews.

I live pretty close to their warehouse so will go for a fitting before buying.

Ta for any feedback!

Comments

  • ride_whenever
    ride_whenever Posts: 13,279
    Well that's perfect, it's a great bike, but only if you can get a fitting for it!
    Neeermad
    Carbon 456
    456 lefty
    Pompino
    White Inbred
  • ridieboy
    ridieboy Posts: 35
    I have one as my training bike. It's great for the money and performs well. I have the XL size, and it has some noticeable flex when going hard, but apart from that it's OK.

    Yes, I would definitely go for a fitting. I discovered after delivery of my bike, that the head tube length of the XL frame was 25mm longer than what the website stated - which actually suited me better, anyway.
  • Matt the Tester
    Matt the Tester Posts: 1,261
    you can't really buy a decent bike for £300 or less mate i would suggest spending 400+ that extra £100-150 will do so much difference :)
    Coveryourcar.co.uk RT Tester
    north west of england.

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