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Gear Talk / Novara Safari..opinions of ownership

« on: April 18, 2007, 05:29:54 pm »

Just curious to know what opinions/experiences people have had with the Safari by Novara.
Has anyone used one also for just general riding such as training even charity event riding.

Thank you for your thoughts.

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Gear Talk / Novara Randonee and REI vs. Volpe

« on: December 22, 2006, 04:58:41 pm »

Looking at the Randonee and the Bianchi Volpe. I'd like the opinions of people who have bought the Randonee and what their experience was (what store) in dealing with set up and assistance with REI. I've read that some of their shops' mechanics are less than great.
Going through a bike shop for a Volpe has some great advantages.
Wondering if some shops will turn their nose up at an REI product, like they sometimes do at any product not purchased through them.
Looking to use whatever I get for charity rides too. Not just light touring.
Any experience with either bike will be greatly appreciated.

thanks

This message was edited by MVDan on 12-22-06 @ 1:16 PM