New bike chosen - what a palaver!!

dg74

I while back I posted asking opinions on the Bianchi Via Nirone as it was possibly going to be my new steed.

However, heads were turned when looking at other potential marques and especially with the Focus Cayo 105 for under a grand.

However, it has come down to these 3 - the Focus, Bianchi VN and the Orbea Aqua T105.

I've gone for the Orbea. Simply because for the money it has a cracking (imo) set up, is value for money and above all - it feels right (actually that last bit could be a bit inconclusive as no one near me has the Focus Cayo in stock to try so that is another reason that it falls flat - and the fact it would have to go back to Wiggle if any probs arose).

Roll on August when the bonus rolls in to my account. Some of it spent already.

http://www.cyclelogical-newcastle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=4741

markos1963

Oh no not another Orbea owner!

dg74

Get away man.

markos1963

Seriously though good choice. Lots of people give Orbea a miss because they aren't always the best specced for the price but the frames are often better than the parts on them. I have an 07 Onix and soon to be joined by a 2008 Ora, can't fault the way they ride and Orbea have a good reputation for honouring their warrenties.

dg74

Cheers Markos.

As I said, it hasn't been an easy decision but once I saw the Orbea, I was impressed with the whole package. Another thing is, they're not that popular up here in Newcastle and I like to be a little 'different' and not plumb for the norm (says the bloke riding a Spesh Secteur - but served well as a beginner bike - which will also be for sale if anyone is looking - hint, hint).

Cannot wait now. Shame it'll be the back end of the summer when I get it but hey ho.