In reply to Nigel R:
Hi mate. Bought one last summer and did a two week tour from Portsmouth to Montpellier- around 900 miles, including lot's of passes and a couple of trips up Mont Ventoux. No mechanical problems, and escaped with just a single puncture.
Being a full carbon roadie, I liked it because of it's Aluminium frame, making it lighter than many of it's steel counterparts. The STI shifters on the hoods are much better than bar end shifters, and aren't that much 'less durable'. It's compact frame makes it nice and comfortable, would definitely recommend it for the price. It's also got the frog's leg brake levers across the bars, which is a nice option. Mud guards and pannier rack are included so you're ready to go!
