Norco CRR 3 vs CAAD 8

powrepa
powrepa Posts: 5
edited July 2012 in Road buying advice
This is what I have narrowed it down too. Both bikes fit me well but they are at seperate LBS.

2011 Norco CRR 3 - $1400 (full carbon - 105 groupo)
or
2012 Cannondale CAAD8 - $1582 (Alum frame - 105 groupo)

Prices are with taxes in... i believe the better buy is the Norco for the Carbon frame alone... any ones thoughts?

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  • ALaPlage
    ALaPlage Posts: 732
    I don't know the Norco brand so can't comment really.

    I would say that the true test is for you to ride the bikes and see what feels best for you and fits. Don't neccesarily be tempted by the lure of a carbon frame. Not neccesarily lighter than alu frame bikes and many of the lower price end carbon frames are compromised between comfort and performance; flex and stiffness when on the power. So ultimately don't feel as responsive to ride.

    The CAAD 8 is a great bike but tbh you need to test ride your shortlist to get a true feel of what is right for you.
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  • Gizmo_
    Gizmo_ Posts: 558
    Would you rather have a bottom of the range carbon frame, or top-end aluminium?

    I love my CAAD8, but only you can say which is for you - test ride.
    Scott Sportster P45 2008 | Cannondale CAAD8 Tiagra 2012

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