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Super V 500 or F1000 CAAD4??

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#1 ·
Hey to all,

Need some advice, please. I'm normally a road biker. But, at my lake place it's nothing but gravel roads, dirt roads and some trails. I'd like to stay on a bike when I'm out there.'

I've got my eye on a 2000 Super V 500 for less than $300 or a 2000, maybe a 99?, F1000 CAAD4.

Any thoughts or recommendations?

thanks in advance!

Bill
 
#3 ·
willevans said:
I'd go with a cyclecross bike myself, but the hardtail F1000 will probably be the closest to what you are looking for.
I agree. But between both, I'd go for the F1000. The Super V is an outdated FS design, not too good compared to a modern FS bike and not too efficient at pedaling. On top of that, rear suspension is a nuisance on gravel and dirt roads. The F1000 on the other hand still hold it's own to current hardtails, it will be lighter, stiffer and a much more efficient pedaler.
 
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