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Novara Strada Bike - 2008

Novara Strada Bike - 2008

Item # 760863
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Long favored by performance riders for its high quality and low price, Novara Strada now features lightweight Aprebic EVO carbon fiber seatstays!

  • Strada is your all-around sport ride, fast enough for fitness training and racing, yet comfortable and stable for touring rides over mountain passes
  • Together, the 6061 aluminum and carbon fiber provide the stiffness required for quick acceleration and efficient energy transfer in climbs
  • Carbon fiber also damps road vibrations, increasing comfort and reducing fatigue over long, hard rides
  • Aprebic EVO front fork provides the lateral wheel stability required for sprinting and cutting razor sharp lines in turns
  • Lightweight Shimano R500 rims and hubs reduce rotational inertia, a key benefit when quick acceleration is in your immediate future
  • Shimano 105 shifter/brake levers allow fast shifting and braking control without the need to remove hands from handlebars—great for brisk rides
  • Shimano 105 10-cog cassette and forward triple chainring provide quick, crisp shifts and gearing to tackle any terrain
  • Two-piece crankset with integrated cups weighs less and is more easily maintained than conventional cranksets
  • Vittoria Zaffiro Pro tires offer a good mix of durability, grippiness and fast performance
  • Comfortable, smooth-steering cockpit includes Ritchey Biomax OE handlebar and stem and integrated semi-cartridge headset
  • Streamlined, lightweight San Marco Ponza Lux saddle is contoured and lightly padded for long training rides
  • Pedals not included
  • Specs are subject to change

After its initial break-in period you might notice your bicycle performing less responsively than the day you brought it home. Not to worry, this is typical of all new bicycles and simply reflects that cables have stretched or their housings have seated themselves into final position. To keep running at peak performance, all REI bicycles come with a FREE warranty tune-up, which should be accomplished between the first 100-200 miles of riding or after the first two months if you're accumulating miles less quickly. Contact your nearest REI bike shop for details and an appointment for this important service.

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Novara Strada Bike - 2008 Specs

Specification

Description

Frame6061 Aluminum with carbon seatstays
ForkAprebic EVO carbon
CranksetFSA Gossamer MegaExo Triple 50/39/30
ShiftersShimano 105
BrakesTektro
Brake leversShimano 105
Front derailleurShimano 105
Rear derailleurShimano 105
HeadsetIntegrated semi-cartridge
Bottom bracketFSA integrated cup bearings
Rear cogsShimano 105 12/25 10-speed
Front hubShimano R500
Rear hubShimano R500
RimsShimano R500
TiresVittoria Zaffiro Pro 700x25c
StemRitchey OE
HandlebarRitchey Biomax OE
Seat postRitchey OE
SaddleSan Marco Ponza Lux
PedalsSold separately
ChainShimano 105

Novara Strada Bike - 2008 Customer Reviews

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Novara Strada Bike - 2008
 
4.1

(based on 7 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (7)
  • Handles well (7)
  • Good geometry (6)
  • Great components (6)
  • Absorbs shock well (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual riding (5)
    • Serious training (5)
    • Commuting (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid cyclist (3), Casual/ recreational (3)

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    Jun

    14

    2008

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Awesome Value, Awesome Bike

    By lahorn

    from Los Angeles, CA

    About Me Competitive Cyclist

    Pros

    • Absorbs Shock Well
    • Comfortable
    • Good Geometry
    • Great Components
    • Handles Well
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Riding
      • Commuting
      • Serious Training
      • Sprinting

      Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

      I bought this bike on an impulse when I found out my Trek would be off to the factory for repair for a month or so. I needed a second bike anyway, and didn't see the harm in getting a decent one. After my eyes glazed over from internet research, I remembered that REI sold bikes, and headed over. This model was exactly what I needed. The Aluminum frame is light but sturdy. The geometry fits me well. And Shimano 105 components feel really nice. I've had it for a week and already have 75 miles on it. It's a great machine, and at the price it can't be passed up.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      May

      27

      2008

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Worth Every Penny!!!

      By TAOSPL

      from Stinson Beach, CA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Good Geometry
      • Great Components
      • Handles Well
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Climbing
        • Commuting

        Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

        I have decided to give up my car and decided to start commuting to work via cyclying. I have never used a road bike before, but havn't exercised in about 8 months and this bike does all the work. I might of just found my new sport... Oh did i mention this bike is fast, great deal for the money...

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        18

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Great Value

        By Alameda Gary

        from Alameda, CA

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Absorbs Shock Well
        • Comfortable
        • Good Geometry
        • Great Components
        • Handles Well
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Racing
          • Serious Training

          Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

          The 2008 Strada is a great value and a great ride. When shopping I couldn't find a better all around value when considering construction/components & price. After hundreds of miles on the bike I am a very happy camper, it rides and climbs great and is comfortable for rides of 50 miles plus. I found the stock saddle a little firm for my taste and replaced it with more padded model. All things considered, a great bike at a great price.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Mar

          16

          2008

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          great bike, great price

          By matt from nc

          from Carrboro, NC

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Absorbs Shock Well
          • Comfortable
          • Good Geometry
          • Great Components
          • Handles Well
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Riding
            • Climbing
            • Serious Training
            • Sprinting

            Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

            As a cyclist wanting a solid bike with solid components and even a few extras, but without copious funds to drop into a bike purchase, the Novara Strada is a perfect find. I've been riding my 2007 Strada for the last year, and I have been more than pleased with it. You get a comfortable ride (the carbon fork and seat-stays dampen road vibration well), components that you find on bikes 3 times the price,[...] This is an affordable bike that works well for folks interested in casual riding or racing. Highly recommended ...

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            Dec

            8

            2007

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            3 Stradas in my family- like them a lot

            By bike_and_paddle

            from Cary, NC

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Good Geometry
            • Handles Well
            • Reliable

            Cons

            • Heavy
            • Poor Components

            Best Uses

            • Casual Riding
            • Commuting

            Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

            I got my first Strada in 2002. Last year we got another two for my teenage sons. Never had any problems with it. Good 105 bike. Not fancy, but reliable and not too expensive. I put about 10K miles on my 2002. The only problem I have are spokes in the back wheel that break from time to time. As per new 2007 Stradas I wished [...] wouldn't compromise and put all the components 105 (just like on my 2002). Now they put more and more lower level components, e.g., Tiagra brakes.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            Apr

            18

            2008

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            A GREAT RIDE AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE

            By heimer

            from Belmont, North Carolina

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Absorbs Shock Well
            • Comfortable
            • Good Geometry
            • Great Components
            • Handles Well

            Cons

            • Ditch the Tires

            Best Uses

            • Casual Riding
            • Serious Training

            Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

            This bike is a joy to ride. The Strada offers A very comfortable ride and absorbs road shock very well. I find I don't want to get off the bike, just want to keep riding. If your looking for a bike to ride your first century with this is it. The only negative I found was the tires. The specs and discreption state Ruffino Pro tires but the tires on this bike were base Vittoria Ruffino tires. Bulky and much heavier than the Pro tires and should not have been put on a bike of this quality. [...] Get rid of the heavy tires and you got yourself a great bike for tours and club rides at a great price.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            May

            26

            2008

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Save your money and buy one!

            By Carlyle

            from Colorado Springs, CO

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Absorbs Shock Well
            • Comfortable
            • Great Components
            • Handles Well

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Riding
              • Commuting
              • Serious Training

              Comments about Novara Strada Bike - 2008:

              I'm a novice but avid cyclist (3-4 days a week). I looked at a ton of bikes in the 1400 - 1800 range and this came out on top. You won't find the same setup on any bike for the price you'll get this. While it's not top of the line, it's very nice quality. I would recommend this bike any day of the week.

              carbon front/rear forks, carbon seat stay and handlebars, R500 Shimano rims, Shimano 105 gears/brakes all the way through.

              For the price point this bike will ride better than bikes for $400 more. It's nothing to be ashamed of this bike rocks!

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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