Entry level CX bikes?

[katinthehat]

Anyone else on here do cross except for Sadle?

Any suggestions for entry level CX bikes under $1K for sure and closer to $800 if possible (mama needs money leftover for track bike upgrades!)

[allez]

Is getting a model from a previous year an option? My LBS found my Specialized Crux still in inventory (a 2011 in 2012) and I got a deal in the price range you mentioned.

[katinthehat]

Oh for sure! Just means I have to get out and go to the store but MH is in the market too so maybe we can make a family trip out of it.

Have you been happy with it?

[sadlebred]

Oooo...I have a Crux and really like it! I'd contact your LBS's and tell them what you are looking for. This is the time of year that they are trying to get rid of cross bikes.

[katinthehat]

that's what I figured - about closeouts and such. I'll start looking around

[allez]

My Crux is my favorite bike. She's served me well in the few races I have done. I love riding that bike especially since a lot of my training rides are shake and bake. Very versatile and comfortable.

Hope you find a good deal!

[katinthehat]

Disc brakes or traditional? Given all the gunk in cross if I get entry level components like sora as opposed to 105s, will I get frustrated?

[allez]

Cantilever brakes and Tiagra. I'd like 105s as that is what my road bike is but haven't upgraded yet. If I get good news at work next week an upgrade or new bike is on the horizon. I'm not good and geographically most races are not close to me so I haven't been able to race as much as I like so I haven't upgraded as I could not justify the cost. That's changing this year though.

[sadlebred]

Go disk. You won't regret it. Don't get Sora! Ick. You know you will regret it. I'd go with 105 instead. Plus, they last longer.