Specialized Bikes+which one to get?

Question

currently have a older specialized hardrock sport. Got it as a kid ~ 12 yrs ago.

I want a lighter bike more friendly for daily rides to class and around town, up and down hills.

While being lightweight I also want to be able to hit the dirt roads now and then. I hardly ever ride any tough trails but road bikes are out because weekend trail rides are fun and good excercise.

I'm having a hard time deciding on which bike would be best for me. Lightweight is definitly ontop of the list, I know that

and I want another Specialized ...so which one seems right for me?

You guys all seem to know a lot

and if this matters I'm about 130 lbs

Would the Sirrus sport, Sirrus Comp or the Sirrus Pro be good choices

What's the difference to make them respectively $710-$1000-$1300

Answer 1

The Sirrus line is a great group of bikes. The difference with the three models is mainly in componentry. frames are very similar, but as you go higher is cost, you are looking at better drivetrains, gears, brakes, etc. There is a fairly large difference in weight and precision from the bottom to the top of the line.

That being said, I'm not sure that these bikes are right for you. For the commuting aspect of your message, they are perfect. These are "fitness" bikes - kind of between a road bike and a hybrid. They are more aggressive than traditional hybrids but don't have what some people find uncomfortable about road bikes. However, there are no good off road. The wheel size and tires do not grip and are not designed for trails of any kind.

If you are going to be doing any mountain riding at all, you will need a mountain bike. They are the only type of bike that will handle the abuse. What I would recommend is looking a similarly priced mountain bikes and adding slick tires for riding on the road. This will give you a bike that will roll nicely on pavement and be able to handle trails with a change of the tires.

Answer 2

thx for the answers EVERYONE <3