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2008 Eddy Merckx Carbon AXM Road Bike (Professional Race)

If you’re looking to ride like a champion on every road then you’ll need a bike that’s built for a champion, which is exactly what you’ll get with this road bike from Eddy Merckx. When you want a bicycle that’s truly meant for the ultimate in road performance, then you need not look any further than the Carbon AXM. Now in its 25th year, the Eddy Merckx Carbon AXM has a durable and light monocoque frameset that doesn’t require the need of any internal or external reinforcements allowing it to deliver a smooth and quiet ride. The frame is made from titanium along with 100 plus layers of various grades of carbon fiber and kevlar which is complimented with an integrated full carbon fork, seatpost and headset that makes this bike superior in its stability, particularly at high speeds. This 2008 bike offers more than just a light, carbon frame that delivers quality and performance that’s easy to ride, it also offers the rider an optimum balance of comfort and safety thanks to the curvilinear seat stays. Since being painstakingly crafted for the ultimate in road performance, you’ll notice that the Eddy Merckx Carbon AXM packages include top-of-the-line Campagnolo and Shimano components that will have you riding at competitive levels. When it comes to the design and component details, this road bike has left nothing to chance, because it’s ready to perform. You will be able to ride like a champion in comfort and style at high performance speeds when you’re on the 2008 Eddy Merckx Carbon AXM Road Bike.

Tommaso Forma 2009 Professional Race Road Bike

If there is one thing that can be said about Tommaso bicycles other than their amazing riding performance is how stunningly stylish and well-designed their frames are. With a Tommaso professional racing road bike, you’ll get both the style and performance in a bicycle that will be the envy of the road. The Forma 2009 is aerodynamic in its design with race proven geometry in a super light 2.1 pound fully carbon monocoque frame, that provides a solid and sturdy ride that’s fast. Although speed is a priority, when you’re looking for a high performance bicycle with a comfortable, ergonomic feel that performs extremely well on just about any flat road surface, the Tommaso Forma 2009 is exactly what you’re looking for. Owning a performance race bike like this is only sweetened thanks to the American Classic 420 wheelset with Vittoria Rubino race tires, Shimano Dura-Ace 20 Speed group and FSA SLK Carbon MegaEXO crankset, FSA SL-K carbon fiber seat post with Selle San Marco Ponza saddle that provide a well-rounded bike that’s comfortable and ready for competition. You don’t have to be a competitive rider to enjoy the all the professional aspects of the Tommaso Forma 2009 Professional Race road bike, but you will definitely enjoy the performance and style that this bicycle offers.

Tommaso Monza Road Bike w/ Shimano 105/Tiagra 2008

You don’t have to be a professional bike racer to want and enjoy the benefits of a great road bike that’s been designed and built for high performance riding. When you’re riding this Tomasso on any road, you’ll get the feeling that you can compete in any professional road race thanks to its ergonomic form. Much like their other bicycles, this Tomasso road bike has a geometry that places emphasis on ensuring a comfortable ride on its lightweight aluminum frame with carbon fork that allow for improved stiffness and handling. Although the 2008 Monza is an intermediate bicycle, you’ll get the high-end components that will allow you to ride at an exceptional level of performance. Even though this road bike comes equipped with Shimano 105 and Tiagra components, FSA Triple crankset, Ritchey handlebar and stem, Selle San Marco Ponza Lux saddle and lightweight Alex R500 rims, you’ll find that it’s also incredibly affordable at well under $800 making it an affordable performance ride. When you’re racing to compete on any road at a professional level, then buy the affordable Tommaso Monza 2008 road bike for those everyday road races.

Pinarello F3:13 Carbon Road Bike with Shimano Ultegra Components

If you’re looking to lead the pack in just about any bicycle road race, then you’ll need a bike that is light and rigid which can only be found in a full carbon frame. As this Pinarello bike comes with a completely carbon frame and is of monocoque construction, you’ll have the advantage of a stronger and more durable bike that won’t weaken and fail when you’re riding to win. Along with the carbon frame you’ll also get the strength of the Pinarello Onda full carbon fiber fork that is lightweight and will provide you with the front wheel stability you need to get through those long and intensive rides. Being lighter than other bicycles isn’t the only positive aspect that you’ll find in the F3:13, because this bike will give you even more advantages thanks to its sleek design that cuts through the wind and its high performance components. In this bike you’ll get a full set of Shimano Ultrega components and wheelset that are intended for high performance riding along with an FSA ISIS Double BB bottom bracket, and DedaTre Pinarello MOST Clincher tires that will allow to get a tight grip on the road. With the solid construction and high quality components that are offered in the Pinarello F3:13 Carbon Road Bike, you won’t need anything other than your drive and endurance to compete on a higher level in any race.

BIANCHI 928CBN TCUBE FRM W/FREE RIVAL 08

If you’re a competitve rider when it comes to road races, then you’ll want a road bike that will perform as hard as you do. You’ll get that competitive edge you’re looking for on any road when you’re riding a Bianchi road bike that has been engineered for the rigors of racing. You can be sure that you’ll have the rigidity and stability you need to handle all road conditions on the 928CBN Tcube, and thanks to its full carbon fork, handlebars and seatpost that keep this bike extremely lightweight, you’ll be able to compete at a higher level with ease. The Bianchi 928CBN Tcube also comes with great components, like SRAM Rival integrated shifting and braking levers, front and rear derailleurs as well as a Mavic Ksyrium Equipe wheelset with Continental Gran Prix four season tires that will keep you riding fast year round. If competitive road racing keeps you riding, then buy the Bianchi 928CBN Tcube Road Bike and get an edge over the competition.

Pinarello Galileo Aluminum / Carbon Shimano 105 Road Bike (Intermediate Race)

This road bike was newly introducted in 2006 with its triple-butted Dedacciai 7005 T6 aluminum frame that is complemented with its ONDA carbon fiber fork and carbon fiber seat stays, which produced a light and sturdy bike that handles roads like a champion. Pinarello was careful to maintain a high standard of craftsmenship with the Galileo, while producing a world-class bike that is also amazingly affordable for a bike of this quality. When you take this bike on the road, you’ll notice that it is fast and smooth with a ride that is solid and reliable keeping with Pinarello’s tradition of quality. Having Shimano 105 components and wheels that will keep you rolling, you can be sure that this is a bike that performs at the top of its class. With the Pinarello Galileo Aluminum / Carbon Road Bike you’ll be able to brake new ground in every stage of your riding.

SHIMANO XTR WH 975 WHEELSET

Get an advantage over other riders with this wheelset that will get you rolling fast. When it comes to biking you’ll always want the best possible components for a competitive edge, which means you’ll want a performance wheelset to go with your crankset, derailleurs and shifters that this Shimano wheelset provides. This is an amazingly light wheelset that is incredibly durable and can withstand long cross country rides, thanks to the Scandium rim technology. Weighing just a mere 1,525 grams per pair, the XTR WH 975 feature Shimano hubs with angular contact bearings and a titanium freehub body that provides you with quick engagement and acceleration. In this wheelset, you’ll feel a reduction in weight rotation when riding due to the balanced spoke pattern that includes quick releases and UST valves, and the XTR WH 975 Wheelset can accept Shimano Centerlock disc brake rotors. When you’re looking to gain that edge over others riders, then the Shimano XTR WH 975 Wheelset will provide that advantage on any road.

COLNAGO ARTE ULTEGRA BIKE 2007

Some bikes can be considered a work of art, and this 2007 road bike is no exception with its star designed 6000 series, heat-treated aluminum frame that provides a better ride with its improved stiffness and comfort. Not only does the Arte Ultegra provide an improved ride with the help of the curved seat post, but also better braking as well thanks to the carbon fiber rear triangle and monobox chain stays. This Colnago bike isn’t a delicate piece of art because it’s built for serious road riding with a Colnago carbon fork, Mavic Aksium wheels and Shimano Ultegra Gruppo components. This is a bike that lives up to its expectations, so it may hard to find a bike that performs this well and at the same time looks as good as the Colnago Arte Ultegra 2007 Road Bike.

2007 Kestrel RT700 Frameset

Just one look at this frameset and you can easily see that it was engineered for speed with a design that not only looks cool, but will cut through the wind. This is not merely just a cool-looking carbon frameset from Kestrel, because this work of art will provide you with a superior riding experience, especially when you’re leading the pack. The RT700 has undergone countless windtunnel tests to make sure you get an ultra-light frame that won’t slow you down. The 2007 RT700 Frameset comes from the people with the best carbon know how with special attention paid to every detail including the dropouts and brake cable exits, so you can concentrate on riding. When you’re ready to build your new bike, get the frameset that was built for speed with the Kestrel RT700 2007 Frameset.

2007 Litespeed Vortex w/ Shimano Dura Ace (Demo Bike), Medium

If you’re in the market for a medium-sized top of the line road bike, then you’ll appreciate saving over $1,000 when you buy this 2007 Vortex. This Litespeed bike performs as good as it looks with it’s flared-diamond top tube and down tube that comprises the backbone of the front triangle, and it’s flared-diamond downtube and broad-based seat tube provides a stiffer bottom bracket. With this bike you’ll get predictable handling and a comfortable ride due to the Fizik Aliante Gamma saddle on the semi-sloping geometry of this Titanium Alloy frame demo bike. Expect to cut through the wind on this Litespeed Vortex 2007 that features Shimano Dura Ace components and Michelin Pro Race tires. For those that want a road bike with stiff frame that’s light and works with you to perform at your peak, then buy this Medium Litespeed Vortex 2007 Demo Bike.