The 10 Best Endurance Road Bikes for Comfort and Speed in 2024
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- čas přidán 22. 05. 2024
- If you want a fast and smooth bike for long distance road riding, and you’re not interested in road racing or gravel, then an endurance bike is best for you. Far too many people on race bikes when they would be better off with an endurance bike in my opinion. But what are the best endurance road bikes you should consider in 2024?
Content
00:00 intro
00:17 Are endurance bikes still relevant?
00:52 What is an endurance road bike?
3:07 Giant Defy
5:19 Specialized Roubaix
6:33 Trek Domane
8:04 Canyon Endurace
9:33 Wilier GranTurismo SLR
11:11 Fairlight Cycles Strael
12:42 J.Laverack J.ACK
13:53 Vitus Venon Evo RS
15:17 Cannondale Synapse
17:06 Other bikes???
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I know the budget aluminum bikes don't get much love, but would love to see this same comparison for the al spec'd bikes.
Domane, Endurace, and Defy (Alu version is the Contend) are all available in Aluminum versions as well
haven't ridden a carbon bike before but my Canyon Endurace is super comfortable despite being alu
I own the domane al 2 disc, very nice ride. I mostly ride it on gravel and light single track
Your comment saved me from wacthing a whole vídeo of bikes I cant aford 😂
Domane AL 2 (Rim) - Best under a $1,000.
Domane AL 5 (Disc) - Best under $2,000.
They run about a half size small so the 58 cm slots perfectly into my preferred 57 cm size.
Love the way how you describe the bikes how they feel as well and not just on the technical specs. Helps a lot. Thanks!
I bought a Synapse Carbon 4 (Tiagra 2x10) without the unnecessary gubbins with lights etc.....I love it and have been doing some light gravel/bridleways on it (35c Gravelking SS tyres) in dry conditions and, after fitting a Redshift stem, have found it very comfy indeed.....I am 60, and need more of a relaxed geometry, so it fitted me for the stuff I do rather well. Saying that, in the past few weeks in the UK with constant rain, I'vebeen on my gravel and 29er bikes so I don't ruin the new one.....
I do understand the thing about owning 2 sets of wheels and am definitely thinking about it with my Synapse....One with 30c road tyres and the other with 35-38c gravel tyres as there seems to be enough clearance....Hmmm ?
Thanks Dave.
My dream endurance bike for 2024…
Synapse with:
- no smartsense
- sram force AXS 12-speed
- hollowgram r-s 50 carbon wheels
- integrated bar and stem like the vision trimax
- possibly a high-mod frame version option
Basically a synapse version of the super six evo 1
Aaah - that would be beaut
Still ride my 2017 Cannondale Synapse for my endurance bike with a Redshift suspension stem. Early on I raced this bike as well (without the stem), however after ruining a race by jamming stones under the brake caliper I moved to a disc brake TCR for racing. Both bikes are setup with the same positioning, however the Synapse is rock solid in the wind while the TCR is twitchy once the wind gets up. But I think the Synapse is my favorite bike (I have six bikes).
Mountain biker and I would like to have a road bike again.
This was very good and helpful.
Thank you.
Interested to hear you views on the Pinarello X - potentially the X7, and thank you for all your hard work reviewing such amazing bikes in such great detail, thanks!
I only picked Canyon because it allows standard 27.2 round seat post. Put Redshirt suspension seat post into it, absolutely love the comfort and do not need wider tires
I would highly recommend the bmc roadmachine. Super comfortable bike and with a good pair of lightweight wheels it's surprisingly fast
Certainly not dead for me. Changed my interest in riding for sure. Was riding a race bike for years until this summer. Got a nice deal on Canyon's CF Endurace and pulled the trigger. First new bike in over a decade. And boy do I wish I had done it sooner. The comfort over my old bike, particularly as I age, was really something I didn't realize was so important. Now I ride all the time. The bike is smooth and fast. I love it.
I have a canyon endurance cf 10 2015. It's like sitting in an armchair it's that comfortable. Amazing bikes. Much better than the defy 2020 I had.
I have a Domane SL 5 Gen meanwhile withe 105 DI2. Best bike I ever had. And I have a Argon 18 Kryton GF in the "old" version. This bike I cam highly recomand too.
I've recently bought a Cube Attain GTC SLX, I think its great value for money with its 105 Di2 and carbon frame
BMC Roadmachine, Merida Scultura Endurance
Great review, would love to see where the Pinarello X factors into this list.
The downtube storage should be mandatory in all but the bikes pros ride (ok...not just pros but pros and everyone who rides with a car behind ready to give you assistance in case of flat or mechanical). Thus, for every day riders, downtube storage is the most aero option outthere. Just think at the time specialized and cannondale spent on slimming down the seatpost just for a every-day-rider to place a saddle bag there. It's the most dumb thing ever. If you need to use a saddle bad (I do), then downtube storage is the most aero feature one could get.
some bikes may experience cracks in downtube storage area. trek for example
Does it really matter that much, for a rider of your ability?
I am not gonna ride a bike with huge hole on its downtube. it's accident waiting to happen
Just bought the Domane. The downtube is large which gives a lot of room for the internal storage space.
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Best endurance road bike is a used mechanical shifting rim brake model being sold second hand for pennies on the dollar. So many good bikes available for cheap from people chasing improvements not necessary in most recreational situations.
I've got a second hand 2013 s works Roubaix Dura ace (Di2 however) with rim brakes. A most comfortable ride. I also have a de Rosa king 3 used, 2013 ultegra - mechanical m. The s works is far and away the most comfortable even tho both can only handle 25mm tires. I don't mind a newer Roubaix....
I have a BMC Roadmachine (endurance) its a great bike ! Should be in the list for sure 👍
Cervelo Caledonia is a great option
Kudos on putting out so many videos even though I don't always agree with you. 35mm tyre limit on the Canyon is as much as you need for an endurance bike IMO. If you want more then you need a gravel bike. I thought you were putting a case forward for why you may want an endurance bike instead of a gravel bike?
I've got a 2022 Scott addict rc 20. Lovely fast and comfy bike with good tyre clearance that is relatively light when compared to the alternatives...worth reviewing?
Add the BMC Roadmachine. I bought one 3 years ago and it is pretty terrific as an endurance bike
David-- you spent a fair bit of time on the Giant Defy with the shortened trail in comparison to previous years. Did you have any issues with toe overlap of the front wheel?
Fairlight and ritchey are making two of the nicest riding bikes in this segment
Great review ! I have a Bianchi Infinito CV 2022, I would love to have it included in this video because it’s very hard to find any review… great bike with a very comfy frame with its countervail technology. But no idea how it compares to the one in this video…
How can comfort be king if bike manufacturers put integrated cockpits on endurance bikes (*cough, Canyon)? Tweaking a bike's fit with different length stems, handlebars and cranks is essential to maximizing comfort.
I would be really interested in you reviewing the new Krypton Pro from Argon18. It seems to be the bike that checks all the boxes for me. Unfortunately here in Germany there isn‘t anywhere to actually test it out. And love the channel!!
Synapse, the endurance bike with the battery that doesn't last long enough for endurance riding but you have to carry it around anyway - even if you're using a dynamo. Synapse I think should be reclassified a commuter bike.
Fantastic video! Dave, for those of us looking at the 'sportier' endurance bikes, with a not-too-relaxed geometry and upright position, it looks from your comments that the DEFY and the WILIER are the best option (leaving aside the Cannondale for the reasons you flagged in the video). As between those two, which one would you recommend? Wouldn't the WILIER be harder on climbs? Thanks!!!!
Hi. I would be very happy if you could review the Look 765 Optimum. I'm very curious about your opinion about this bike.
Hi David - really enjoy your videos . . . perhaps the Felt brand is not distributed in G B but here in Montreal I had the good fortune to compare the Giant, Trek and Cannondale endurance bikes with the Felt VR Advanced Endurance (Shimano Ultegra Groupo) and quite frankly the Felt won out by a fair margin in terms of comfort and handling . . . I realize that comfort is subjective but if one has the opportunity, one ought to include the Felt VR in their shopping list. I did a LOT of research on the brand and the all carbon frame/fork configurations and carbon lay-ups are the result of a very high level of R&D by a C F specialist firm consulting with Felt. Definitely worth a look see :-) BTW, I have NO affiliation whatsoever with the brand . . . Just a happy Felt rider P.S. pretty bikes too :-)
Having some Cube reviews would be really nice! Usually any reviews on Cube are in german, and they are not very common. The price + quality always gets me
Fingers crossed I can get to review some next year
@davidearthur Great video and thanks for the advices. You make another video like this on the best 10 gravel bike of 2024 ? and for mtb ?
Yes and yes, thanks 🙏
I would be very interested to hear you opinion on how the BMC Roadmachine and the colnago C68 all Road sit among this bunch
Hi-I'm just getting back into cycling after a long absence (my road bike is a Scott CR1-Comp from 2011). Of these reviews I liked the Vitus Venon Evo due to its 2-in-1 road/gravel capacity. But you called it a "jack of all, master of none." I love my road bike because it's light and feels like a racer but with relaxed geometry, but I could use more comfort for longer rides both in the seat and the handlebars. Is there something that combines these two elements and the road/gravel options in one bike? Does the Vitus Venon Evo do this?
A bike i often see advertised at the moment is the Isaac Boson. Kind of racier endurance bike, just like the Giant Defy. There aren't many reviews on it but I'd love to see how these bikes compare to each other
Endurance is the way to go for long rides and comfort. I love my Canyon . 35 mm tires
I’ve been shopping for a new and my first carbon road endurance bike. Ive been using my gravel bike as a road/endurance. I was really digging the Endurace but that tv remote top clip I just can’t get past. It just looks so cheap with that cover considering it’s an expensive piece of sport tech.
David since you ask about other bikes, I’d love to know why you (and other journos for that matter) never review Cube bikes. I don’t know if it’s because they don’t market that much but it really puzzles me.
They are well made, well finished with great build quality and in terms of value for money are in many cases even better than Canyon but can be bought in LBS.
To take their highest spec endurance bike for example, the Agree C62 SLT, here in Ireland you can get a DuraAce bike, with deep dish carbons, integrated cockpit and internal cable routing, weighing just 7.4kg for €6,000. An equivalent spec/weight Trek or Specialized is over double the price and won’t be any faster for the average mortal.
Similarly with their Aero bike, and some lady called Lucy just won Kona in a record breaking performance on their tri bike.
What’s the catch?
I thought this too, good value in comparison to other brands.
Been thinking this myself. Looking for reviews on cube bikes is like a media blackout. My LBS supplies Cube and the agree race in orange looks fantastic and great value rivaling Canyon, only thing concerning is the 28mm tyre clearance, would really love some reviews!
Would love to see a review of the Look 765!!!
I signed up to buy the Merida Scultura Endurance 8000 to replace my venerable Canondale 6/13 (composite construction), which I loved but unfortunately broke the bottom bracket. At 72 years, I was hoping for rather more relaxed ergos and some latest tech to keep me in the saddle. The bike was on the water and due in 8 weeks, but dear me when the time came to collect, the bike no longer existed. Bad form Merida, very bad. Did I say badly disappointed? I changed the order to a Trek Emonda SL6 Di2, added a Bontrager DuoTrap S sensor, Garmin Edge 540 and a Garmin Forerunner 745 at Black Friday prices. The Trek was $400 more expensive than the Merida with a lower spec groupset (105, not Ultegra) and lower spec wheels. I flipped over the head bracket to raise the handlebars and rotated back the drop bars to give a more upright riding position. Overall the result provides acceptable comfort and I no longer get the sore neck I had with the 6/13. The steering is a bit more fidgety than the 6/13 but I have adjusted. I stay on the bitumen but the roads in the Adelaide Hills are often roughly patched. Not a forgiving setup, so technique is important on the descents to keep weight off the saddle and avoid sharp steering corrections in the corners.
Any thoughts on Felt bikes? So many options and I'm a bit lost. Thank you!
Do you think you can review a Soma Fog Cutter road+ bike. It fits like 650x48mm slicks with endurance road bike geo & touring mounts.
A great selection of endurance bikes and not all carbon
I would love to see a review on the new focus paralane, can't find any information anywhere!
Interested on hearing your views on Ribble SLR as an Endurance bike.
If possible, at some point it would be nice to have Your opinion on LOOK 765 Optimum+.
BMC Road Machine?
Hi David, what about the Colnago C 68 Allroad?
Will you be testing the new Laud Uthald?
Merida Scultura
Scott Addict
Pinarello X
Cervelo Caledonia
Have you ridden a Pinarello Paris disk 105? I know it's a discontinued model, but want your opinion. You make great content. Thanks for all the valuable and informative information.
BMC Roadmachine? Pinarello X?
What about the Cervelo Caledonia 5?
Recommend a review of the new Lauf Uthald Race Wireless as a ‘fast’ endurance bike.
Please review the scott addict
What do you think of your Scott Addict thanks
It is great bike .. I have it
Bang for buck nothing comes close to the
Polygon S8D beautiful styling
which mudguards are those on the J.Laverack J.ACK? they look pretty nice and clean. I'm looking for some mudguards for my caledonia which I love
They’re Portland design works, expensive but very nice
Try the Kinesis fend off.
A metal mudguard similar to the Portland fenders but half the price.
Ran them on my Caledonia 5 and they were perfect and ran nicely with a 30mm tyre.
I think the defy will be back in roubaix and flanders next season.
ENDURANCE ROAD BIKE equals……fixing up your old racer from the 80’s & 90’s! Love my old LiteSpeeds!
Recently put R8000, HED Ardenne+, on my '98 Classic! 28's. Ride beautifully and still fast.
Does anyone know if the giant fast road ar advanced hybrid is the same frame as their endurance or gravel bike?
Time ADHX?
Old guy here, very less flexible. Which has the best geometry for old and not very flexible?
How comfortable are the drops vs road bike. Does the shorter reach make you feel like you would fall over while trying to have a good straight back?
Very comfortable, no issue with falling over!
Cervelo Caledonia 5 ?
Cervelo Caledonia
dear dave what could be the real difference between these bike and a gravel bike with right geometry (open up/wide)?
In some cases not that much check out my video on turning the Roubaix into a gravel bike :)
I've already checked @@davidarthur
No mudguards mounts on the canyon/willier, wtf are manufactures thinking about?
Hey David… you forgot Rose Reveal?😮
What do you think about Rose bikes?
Very good value and quality always been impressed with the models I tested in the past. Sadly Brexit made them pull out of the UK
Merci!!
I totally agree Cannondale crucified the Synapse with integrated battery and lights. 😢😢😮😮
Basso Astra??
Wonderful bikes, one of the best on the market.
the best thing Trek did was get rid of the IsoSpeed Decoupler upfront. The Gen 3 model was a turd. The Gen 4 model has a massively better ride.
What about the Cervelo Aspero??
it's not an endurance bike
I thought you had a couple of gravel bikes that were more road inclined in the list.
What about roadmachine
If you ride a Domane RSL ( race version)2023, you won’t ride anything else. Comfortable and fast.
Yup very nice bike, rode one in the Strade Bianche event many years ago, it was awesome
Time ADHX!!
New Oreo gold stc
Lapierre Pulsium
Scott addict man 😢
BMC Roadmachine
I regret buying the Defy and not the Revolt.
Why can bike manufacturers devise a tool of firing paint ball that cars that fly by you close to scare you get a big dose on medicine.
rose reveal?
Not in the uk
ORBEA
Hell yess!
Synapse 4 does not include smartsense
I just cant understand that bike. It has Tiagra, second rate tires, but not really puncture resistant, AL seatpost and still cost somehow more then: Scott Addict, Merida Scultura Endurance, Rose Reveal, Giant Defy, all with 105. Cube Agree C62 with 105 DI2, Canyon Endurace with Tiagra, but carbon one piece cockpit, just to name a few. Maybe this is the real reason not being as popular as it could be?
It's all about the frame my friend
And as expected there are no rim-braked bikes in this review. What about people who prefer rim brakes over discs like myself? Oh, I see, it's either disc brakes or just keep and cherish and upgrade components on your older bike/s like I did 😉 Disc for dirt, rim for road.
I thoroughly disagree david and will hopefully make my case clear in a future video of some sort 😉
Mud guards😂. My granddad had those on his bike
I think it is rather the death of the normal road bike
what do you mean? these are all normal road bikes
those are all to expensive...
Dont buy cannondale, too many proprietary parts
Laud Uthald ?
Why make a video like this if you do not mention prices? Useless.
Because prices vary by region and change over the useful life of this video, the ism is to talk about the bike and you then decide what your budget is when you go shopping for thr bike this video has hopefully helped you decide on
Good selection of bikes but there is no such brand as Veetus, its pronounced VITUS with an i, not ee |||
You sure about that?
@@davidarthur Yes.......just ask Graham Weigh ( Deesde Cycles ) or even Sean Kelly
I will never ride Giant anything. Total crap!!!
Explain...
🤷♂️
Numerous defective frames
@@cianmurgatroyd2074 poor QC. Poor assembly process for their carbon.
Umm... Don't they make frames for lots of the Western brands.... Colnago trek etc.
The 2021 Trek Domane SL6 is an excellent endurance bike. Can be found cheap enough online
Does that have the slipping/creaking seatpost?
Need a sub 7kg Endurance bike.
Giant Defy SL is 7kg
@@davidarthur cool. Thanks. Now i. Need a dentist friend Who can lend me money.