Street Bicycles

Should I purchase an '08 Allez Elite or '07 Allez Elite? First Road Bike?

Are there any advantages in purchasing an '08 Allez Elite versus an '07 model? A local shop has both available with a significant discount for the '07 model. I will be new to the sport and have decided this is the bike for me. I see very little differences in comparing specs, however, I have no idea what even these differences pose.

In addition, would you recommend any immediate upgrades to components. I will be a new rider, so I want an entry level bike, however, I am not averse to spending something additional if there will be a noticeable improvement in comfort or rideability.

Thanks!

The 07 model for sure. Full 105 groupset, mavic wheels, FSA cranks, plus it looks sooo much nicer than that horrible red 2008 thing. I have mates who have both - The 07 is nicer - The 08 model has Tiagra shifters. Considering the shifters are one of the most expensive components on the bike, it'd be best to get 105 over Tiagra.

Go for a double, I really don't think you'' need 3 chainrings. If you do ride a lot of hills, you'll simply get stronger and won't use it anyway.

The basic Allez is still for good for such a drop in price compared to the elite, see if you could get the 07 model of that. The only difference is the 105 groupset over Tiagra, which really won't mean anything to someone just starting out TBH

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