Giant SCR4

LeicesterLad

Further to my previous 'Poor and miserable' thread, i have come accross a Giant SCR4 in good condition for £250, obviously i know Giant have a good reputation, but as far as i can tell this is minimal spec, is it worth the money?

Thanks

Gav

topdude

Too much for an old model at the bottom of the range, worth more like £150

LeicesterLad

topdude wrote:

Too much for an old model at the bottom of the range, worth more like £150

Cheers fella!

LeicesterLad

In that case then, whats better:- Both £299 Carrera Virtuoso or Carrera TDF? Any opinions appreciated!

Super Domestique

Here are the specs to help out. Very similar as you can see. It shows the Virtuoso has 7005 alu frame but the TDF has more recent gearset. The TDF has 23c tyres rather than 25c. Much of the kit looks pretty much the same.

As I said on the other thread I would go for 15% discount - that should be achievable on either model. It might even come down to which colour you prefer

Virtuoso

■Brake Type: Dual Pivot Caliper Brake
■Chainset: Pro Wheel Gloria Compact
■Forks: Blade Fork with 1-1/8 Steerer
■Frame Colour: Black and Blue
■Frame-: Lightweight 7005 compact Aluminium
■Front Brake: Shimano Lever with Tektro 510A Dual Pivot Brake Caliper
■Front Mech: Shimano
■Gear Shifters: Shimano ST-2200 16 Speed
■Handle Bars: Kalloy Alloy 26mms
■Headset: Ahead Set
■Hubs: Alloy
■Number of Gears: 16
■Pedals: Black resin with Toe Clips
■Rear Brake: Shimano Lever with Tektro 510A Dual Pivot Brake Caliper
■Rear Mech: Shimano
■Rims: Double Wall Alloy
■Saddle: Carrera
■Seatpost: Kalloy Alloy 27.2mm
■Stem: Kalloy Alloy
■Tyre size: 700 x 25C
■Tyres: Innova 700 x 25C
■Wheel size: 700C
■Approximate Weight (KG): 10.5







TDF




■Approximate Weight (KG): 10.9 kg with pedals
■Brake Type: Caliper
■Chainset: Shimano
■Exact Frame Size: 58cm
■Frame Colour: Black and Yellow
■Frame Material: Aluminium
■Frame Size: 58
■Frame Size (cm): Over 57
■Frame-: Lightweigh 6061 aluminium
■Front Brake: Tektro Alloy caliper brake
■Front Mech: Shimano FD-A050
■Gear Shifters: Shimano ST-2300 16 speed
■Gears: 16-20
■Handle Bars: Alloy
■Headset: Semi Integrated
■Hubs: Alloy with alloy QR
■Number of Gears: 16
■Pedals: Road pedals with toe clips
■Rear Brake: Tektro Alloy caliper brake
■Rear Mech: Shimano RD-2300
■Rims: Double wall alloy
■Saddle: Carrera
■Seatpost: Alloy 350mm x 27.2
■Stem: 120mm
■Tyre size: 700 x 23c
■Tyres: Kenda road tyre
■Wheel size: 700c

LeicesterLad

The TDF does seem better spec'd, Issue i have is the paintjob isn't really to my taste, and the TDF on got a 2 1/2 star review on bikeradar and the Virtuoso got 4 1/2.

And SUPERDOMESTIQUE i know you have a fetish for the TDF

Super Domestique

Can't think why you'd say that lol! I think I must be one of the few that like the colour scheme tbh.

Think you have answered the question though - pop in and have a look at the Virtuoso as it will be good vfm.

You can check stock for your local store on the halfords website.

I would recommend a good look over the bike yourself even (especially!) if they build it for you, should you buy one.

LeicesterLad

I think ive just bought a Carrera TDF Limited Addition :oops:

Keith1983

LeicesterLad wrote:

I think ive just bought a Carrera TDF Limited Addition :oops:

I'm sorry to hear that! :shock:

Personally I'd have gone for the Virtuoso but that would be down to colour as I can't stand the TDF scheme. Each to their own. I still think the TDF is good value for money and I wish you lots of happy miles on it!

Super Domestique

LeicesterLad wrote:

I think ive just bought a Carrera TDF Limited Addition :oops:

I knew you couldn't resist the call of the TDF

Duffer65

Congratulations! I hope you enjoy riding it.

Of course you know that this is only the begining :twisted:

Super Domestique

btw I hope you haggled well mate.

LeicesterLad

Wait wait wait...! Ive got about an hour to make my mind up once and for all, just noticed the virtuoso has a compact, but its St-2200 and not Sr-2300 WHAT DO I DO!!!!!!!

Duffer65

As there's not much in it spec wise, go for the one YOU like the best. Have you ridden either of them?

Super Domestique

As above, which one you prefer tbh. Any difference in the deal?

LeicesterLad

Done. TDF Ltd bought and paid for. It runs a double but decided i didn't need a compact for ''hilly'' Leicestershire. Better componants on the TDF by a whisker...ill let you know how i get on with it.

Super Domestique

Congrats and enjoy.

Duffer65

LeicesterLad wrote:

Done. TDF Ltd bought and paid for. It runs a double but decided i didn't need a compact for ''hilly'' Leicestershire. Better componants on the TDF by a whisker...ill let you know how i get on with it.

Finally...

LeicesterLad

yeah, sorry about that...

mouth

I bought a TdF about 8 weeks ago when they were £270. No better bike fir the money IMO and I did some real research. Had to be new and not a second-hand higher spec cos I din't know a real lot about bikes and wouldn't be able to spot a duffer, Also, being vertically challenger at 5ft5 frame size in the used market is an issue.

Like people are saying, this is only the beginning. After such a short time on a road bike purchased essentially for my commute has turned into a ridiculously addictive hobby (the goals you set yourself come quickly). Already chosen my next bike - an Allez, or maybe the Bianchi, but I really like the Pinarello...... Oh FFS what have I done? Better ring the bank mate.