BIKE ORDER 2015 Cal Poly Triathlon Team BIKE

BIKE ORDER 2015 Cal Poly Triathlon Team

BIKE ORDER SPONSOR Art’s Cyclery 181 Suburban Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Manufacturer: Specialized

AVAILABLE DISCOUNTED BIKES Road Bikes Retail CP Tri Shiv Expert $3, 500. 00 $2, 450. 00 Shiv Elite $2, 800. 00 $1, 960. 00 Venge Elite Allez $2, 800. 00 $770. 00 $1, 960. 00 $499. 00 Allez Elite $1, 250. 00 $829. 00 Tarmac Sport $2, 000. 00 $1, 319. 00 Tarmac Comp Women's Road Bikes $3, 000. 00 $1, 960. 00 Alias with clip ons $2, 000. 00 $1, 400. 00 Alias Sport Dolce $2, 500. 00 $770. 00 $1, 750. 00 $499. 00 Dolce Elite $1, 250. 00 $829. 00 Amira Sport $2, 000. 00 $1, 400. 00 Amira Elite Commuter Bikes Sirrus Vita Daily Sport $2, 400. 00 $1, 680. 00 $520. 00 $650. 00 $336. 00 $420. 00

HOW TO CHOOSE • Big Differences • Aluminum Vs Carbon • Road Vs Aero • Different Specs For the Same Model • Things To Consider • How much will I be biking? • What are my goals for the year? • Is this my only bike

ALUMINUM VS CARBON • Carbon is stiffer and lighter • Easier to climb hills • Overall better ride feel • Aluminum is Cheaper • Can put money towards other equipment • Aluminum will not prevent you from training • If your goal is primarily to improve yourself aluminum will work just fine • Carbon is faster, especially on hilly courses, but not by much. Think just a few minutes off you bike time • Carbon IS nicer to have, but you don’t need it to train or race • Consider how often you bike to see if price difference is worth the upgrade

ROAD VS AERO • Road Bikes are more stable and easier to ride in group rides • If you are primarily going to train with the team I’d get a road bike • Safer when quick maneuvering is required • More comfortable on long rides • Able to attach clip on aero bars for races • Aero Bikes reduce the amount of wind you have to bike through • Allows you to bike faster when you aren’t drafting • Looks super cool • Hard to turn quickly, shifters can’t be used at the same time as brakes • DO NOT GET AN AERO BIKE AS YOUR ONLY BIKE • The choice is up to you, but I would recommend new bikers start with a road bike

BIKE SPECS • Differences between models includes upgraded shifters, breaks, and wheels • There may be other differences as well, check Specialized’s website for more info • Upgraded shifters shift cleaner and faster • May not be an issue with any new bike, but upgraded shifters will require less adjustment over time and will feel nicer • Breaks help you stop • The faster you can stop, the later you have to start slowing to make a turn • Also helps when a car pulls in front of you • Lighter wheels make you go fast • Rotating mass takes a lot of energy. Wheels spin fast. Light wheels take less energy to spin at the same speed. This also makes the overall weight of the bike less.

OTHER THINGS TO CONSIDER • Clipless pedals make a HUGE difference • Road bike and clip on aero bars come very close to the efficiency of an aero bike, although you won’t be able to shift in the aero position • Consider how much you’ll be riding, and how long you plan to keep the bike. Upgraded components may seem costly, but if it means a smother ride over the next 4 -5 years it may be worth it. • Remember that there is a lot of other triathlon gear you’ll want to get later on this year. Don’t spend all your money on the first order. • In the end the decision on what bike to get is up to you. Whatever you choose, remember that the part of a bike that most affects its speed is the person riding it.

OTHER EQUIPMENT DEALS Description Starter Kit - Pump, seat bag, tire levers, 2 cages Shoes Elite Road Sport Road Trivent SC Women's Torch Road Women's Spirita Road Women's Trivent SC Helmets Evade Tri S-Works TT Echelon Chamonix Women's Aspire Aero Bars (not finalized) ZBS Ski bend SBC 26016 -0001 Retail CP Tri $65. 00 $45. 50 $125. 00 $100. 00 $275. 00 $87. 50 $70. 00 $192. 50 $225. 00 $300. 00 $70. 00 $50. 00 $70. 00 $157. 50 $210. 00 $49. 00 $35. 00 $49. 00 $140. 00 $100. 00

NEW BIKER EQUIPMENT LIST RECOMENDATION 1. Necessary to Ride 1. 2. 3. Bike Helmet Pump, saddlebag, tubes 2. Most noticeable upgrades (somewhat in order) 1. 2. 3. 4. Clipless Pedals Clip on Aero Bars Aero Helmet Race Wheels

INTERESTED? If you are interested in purchasing a bike or ordering other available deals on equipment, contact Conner Walker. sponsorship@calpolytriathlon. com He will be putting together a list for Art’s Cyclery Must Let Conner Know by email or fill out the Order Survey by: October 10 th

PAYMENT 1. Let Conner know what you want to order 2. He will let Art’s know and they will order it. 3. You make your way to Art’s and pay them promptly. 4. Art’s will notify you upon your order’s arrival. If you do not get your money to Art’s or me by the order deadline your bike will not be ordered! Currently the order deadline is October 11 th. If this get’s pushed back I’ll let you know.

QUESTIONS If anyone has questions please email me or talk to any coach or officer. We will all be more than happy to help.