TCR Comp or Defy Comp

chsantiago
chsantiago Posts: 9
edited November 2013 in Road buying advice
I may have made up my mind to get a road bike, coming from a Trek 4400 MTB.
I've narrowed down my choices to the above. Purpose is weekend riding and sub 100km rides only at least until I get the hang of riding long distance.

What are the main differences in the bikes mentioned? I am thinking of getting 105 set. Thanks
I stand 5'6, 75kg just for added info.

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  • dj58
    dj58 Posts: 2,225
    edited November 2013
    The TCR is a performance race orientated bike, shorter wheel base, lower front end and quicker steering geometry, whereas the Defy is a performance endurance orientated bike, longer wheelbase, higher font end with more comfort suited to riding longer distances.

    Test ride both to see which you prefer.
  • engy
    engy Posts: 131
    Just looked at these now TCR geometry looks quite aggressive but then again it is a race bike. I'm also looking at the Planet X RT 58 and Ribbles R872

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