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So I'm looking to get my first 'serious' bike... I'd like to do roads, touring, and rail trails... It was suggested that cross bikes might be the way to go...
I've settled into a $1000 budget. The Kona Jake seemed to be the best at this entry level price in terms of components...
UNTIL...
I ran across bikes direct and the Motobecane Fantom CROSS Pro.. It seems to be a SERIOUS upgrade in terms of components and carbon fork. All for the same $999 price. (I'll have a LBS build it for about $50)
Now.. my concerns are - 1) Am I missing something that makes the Kona Jake a better bike despite the major degradation in components and no carbon fork?
2) Is the 2 ring front derailleur going to be an issue with only 20 speeds? I live in a very hilly area.. Hills are par for the course on any road ride.
Any other input/advice is MUCH appreciated.
Ken
I've settled into a $1000 budget. The Kona Jake seemed to be the best at this entry level price in terms of components...
UNTIL...
I ran across bikes direct and the Motobecane Fantom CROSS Pro.. It seems to be a SERIOUS upgrade in terms of components and carbon fork. All for the same $999 price. (I'll have a LBS build it for about $50)
Now.. my concerns are - 1) Am I missing something that makes the Kona Jake a better bike despite the major degradation in components and no carbon fork?
2) Is the 2 ring front derailleur going to be an issue with only 20 speeds? I live in a very hilly area.. Hills are par for the course on any road ride.
Any other input/advice is MUCH appreciated.
Ken