Top 5 Endurance Road Bikes of 2024

[@josef1037]

My cube attain is great! Fast and fun to ride!

[@realekm]

Correction on Domane. You can’t adjust iso speed it’s only one setting for the new gen 4. Also, the Domane has an RSL model which is a race model with the same aero profile as the Madone.

[@richardhaselwood9478]

Surprised no Giant Defy. Looks really nice, with ability to fit 38mm tyres. Very high on my list (already own the 2015).

[@99spokes]

Definitely an awesome bike and was actually on the list for a moment, but after some deliberation with the team we swapped it out at the last second. But that’s not to say it isn’t a fantastic bike!

[@dergore8954]

@@99spokes Now the reason for swapping it out would be interesting.

[@hugosotousa]

They did not pay 😂

[@bonniekretchik4334]

Just got a Pinarello X5 and I love it!

[@johnkyle-kl6vk]

Bought a Litespeed Arenberg F1 in the spring and it is the most comfortable racy Bike I have ever ridden. I own several bikes including a F12 Pinarello and this bike holds its own in my group rides.

[@99spokes]

Nice! That's a super versatile bike!

[@EverythingsFine82]

I have a Cervelo Caledonia. Cervelo has the recipe right here in that it's a light, fast, ROAD bike with less aggressive geometry.

[@rampim99]

I have same model and I think is a great enduro bike. I would changed the tires to 700x 35 and will be able to use it as a Gravel bike

[@powerstrokedude993]

Just bought a Kootu road bike from china for $1349 And I love it. Saved a shit load of money buying this bike which is the same as the bikes advertised here but without the fancy name tag. Do your research. About 95% of all carbon fiber bikes are made in china. Fact. Be safe riding everyone.

[@zooyork500]

In my point of view, the best endurance bike is Merida Scultura Endurance.

[@99spokes]

Nice, definitely a solid bike!!

[@JayPin91]

Said nobody ever

[@theskiesandme]

I have one ! :)

[@ajr8288]

I have one too and it’s an incredible package for the money.

[@stevekelly6544]

The new Giant Defy is pretty sweet too- as is the new Specialized Roubaix-

[@99spokes]

100%! Both bikes were final contenders for a couple categories, it’s so hard to just pick 5!

[@SebastianRojas-nz9jl]

Rose reval AL : $1800 with 105, integrated cables and great looking

[@spdaltid]

Yep, out of this lot it has to be the Cube. No gimmicks, no integrated headset cabling BS and excellent geometry.

[@99spokes]

Definitely looks like a sweet bike!!

[@metachigx]

Cervelo Caledonia 🤝🏻

[@keithc5729]

Thanks for showing the geometry charts.

[@99spokes]

Absolutely 🤙🤙

[@tom_tom_k98]

Rose Pro SL 105 . 1000€ and 9,0kg with pedals and lighting.

[@rokker333]

I agree it is the best value entry level endurance bike. Solid components, very light, very agile, very comfortable. Only thing is, it is a bit unstable. Especially on descents. It was my entry bike in 2021. Switched to Caledonia one year later.

[@nekekaminger]

Rose is a fantastic brand in general. Jut got a Dura Ace equipped Xlite 06 for 6500€ (the matte black one is currently on sale for 6000€). That's literally half the price of what I would pay for a comparable bike from one of the big brands.

[@tom_tom_k98]

@@nekekaminger ooh i got a lot of questions :D because i maybe want to upgrade to an Xlite or Reveal model as well. in a year or so... i tested the Xlite 04 with the sram components for only 15min. but it felt so much better than the pro sl in so many ways. i would like to know how much the xlite06 was or will be able to boost your performance .. if you upgraded from an light weight endurace bike as well.. if it was an aero bike already i think the differnece might not be that big of an deal. but if a bike can elevat you from an 25-27 kmh,where i am already at to an 30-35kmh or even better average speed than it would be worth every single penny :D and i am wondering if a bike that weighs 2kg less and has better aero characteristics is realy worth that 6.000€ (for none professional riders like me) so if you got a page where i can follow.. pls hit me up :DD

[@nekekaminger]

@@tom_tom_k98 Well, first off let me point out that while obviously a Dura Ace bike for 6,5k is a much better deal than a Dura Ace bike for 12k I still think the value for money is pretty bad for a hobbyist. There's essentially only two scenarios in which I would recommend buying a bike like that: 1) if you have enough money that spending 6,5k on a bike isn't really that big of a deal for you and you simply enjoy riding a high end bike for the sake of it 2) if you actually win prize money in races and expect to get a reasonable return on your investment I fall in the first category in case you are wondering. If you need to keep an eye on your finances, definitely stick to the Xlite/Reveal 04 range with a 105 level drivetrain. I haven't specifically compared the Xlite 04 and Xlite 06, but I would be very surprised if the average speed you can get on any of the Xlite 04 models isn't less than 1km/h below what you can do on an Xlite 06 Dura Ace. If you can do 27 km/h on your Pro SL than MAYBE you can barely do 30 km/h on an Xlite, but that's really the maximum improvement I would expect. At long enough distances your average speed may actually be worse than with the Pro SL because the stretched out position you ride in on the Xlite puts some serious strain on your arms, core, wrists and butt and you may end up tiring faster and having to take more/longer breaks. For longer rides you'll probably get much better results from putting some 100€ aero bars on your Pro SL (which you can't do on the Xlite models with a one piece cockpit). My first road bike was a Canyon Endurace with mechanical 11 speed Ultegra and last year I got a Specialized Aethos with 12 speed Ultegra Di2, on which I installed some aero bars. Ironically my personal record over 20km (33:04 min, 36,42 km/h) is still held by the Canyon, which was by far the cheapest and has the most relaxed geometry, however I have been focusing more on endurance rides than sprints in the last two seasons, so I'm not actually sure how fast I could do 20km on the Xlite if I really put my mind to it. Ultimately the best bike for you is the one that makes you want to ride the most, so if you have the money and really want a high end bike, go for it, but I wouldn't expect huge performance improvements just from switching out the bike.

[@tom_tom_k98]

@@nekekaminger ok thx alot. you gave me a lot of good informations. yeah my average speed is round about 25kmh on 100-200km distances ,sometimes more and sometimes less. And i feel like i am not the 30kmh right from the start guy :D i need 2h warm up to ride 30-35 for an hour straight :DD ok i think a xlite04 would be the most likely deal for me anyways because they start at 3.300€ or so.. and the 06 models i have seen had 6.000€ prize tags :D thats a good point.. comfortable bike means better ride. i think i will stick to my pro sl for a little bit longer now and try to improve my average speed with my strengeth. because right now it would be a big deal to me to buy a bike like that :DD and i think i am more into the long distance thing than 35kmh after work rides :D so after all thanks for the comment. have a good one with your new bike :)

[@theisultan]

I just bought a Rose Reveal AL, which make great endurances bikes at good value for your money, but are not as well known as other online bike retailers, such as Canyon although both are made in Germany.

[@marianavillalobos5995]

How do you like your Rose?

[@theisultan]

@ I like mine a lot, especially the design. Have you tried riding a Rose road bike before?

[@marianavillalobos5995]

​@theisultan Unfortunately, that won't be an option for me since I live in Texas and they're not sold here.... Makes it difficult for me to decide on. They're beautiful though!

[@todji2140]

Pinarello X7 Ultegra Di2 Carbon Wheel Road Bike

[@NOOB666X]

Cervelo !!!

[@kerrysupporter]

I like my Contend SL disc. A bit heavy

[@brentcollins9727]

That Cube is awesome looking!!!

[@99spokes]

It really is!!

[@user-cu7cn1km7i]

Check out the Colnago C68 Allroad. Same cost as the Caledonia 5 (Dura Ace or SRAM red). With the Colnago, you are getting a handmade Lamborghini versus a bike that has a sticker on it that says made in Taiwan! The C68 Allroad is a true work of Italian art, lighter weight, and will exceed the Caledonia in all the other categories.

[@GhassanEl-Haddad]

I am also interested to hear about the Colango C68 All road.

[@kovenant7]

What do you think about Masi bikes? How far down the list top 15 ?

[@99spokes]

Hadn’t heard of them until you mentioned them, defined seem like good value!

[@MrCreamlover]

Giant Defy is the best allrounder great value for the money ,

[@99spokes]

Super solid bike, would have been our 6th pick haha!

[@KK-lg8uz]

Just got an Canyon Endurance 7, i havent used it yet. Do you think it can handle some light to moderate gravel? Im in Spain, campo area, so theres a lot of road, and gravel.

[@99spokes]

Definitely, especially with some slightly burlier tires. Check out our review of the bike here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ7cl4OFlr11l5osi=QoZUmdy0yQVLVPrr

[@jamesglass4797]

How about Canyon Endurace 8? Shimano 105 groupset, $1799. Seams like a great value.

[@99spokes]

Absolutely! The Endurace was really close to making it on the list, great bike 👌

[@ThePrez75]

Dont forget the wonderful got full carbon specced Felt VR Advanced Ultegra Di2

[@ME-vz1sf]

Top video, very good comparison. Which frame size would you go for considering the Trek Domane SL7 (I am 1.81 m height)

[@99spokes]

You’re right between their recommendations for 56 and 58 cm frames, so if you can I’d try to get into a trek dealer and take a test ride!

[@coryricci301]

Where would you put the polygon s5? 105 for less than the allez

[@99spokes]

The strattos s5? That, as with most of polygons bikes, is a killer value! But you still have to factor in the lack of test ride/loc bike shop options, which can make choosing the right bike a bit harder

[@mehdihellel1275]

How about the cannondale synapse 2 le ?

[@99spokes]

Awesome bike!!

[@MrMars121]

Did you mention the weight of the canyon or no?

[@pietersrudi8283]

You vergot the merida scultura endurance great bike

[@stevek4382]

Domane al5 gen 4, black all 105 aluminum 1999.00

[@99spokes]

Great bike for a great price!

[@petersouthernboy6327]

I rode a Defy and it was sooooo good.

[@99spokes]

Nice!!

[@brandonhoffman4712]

1st bike is 10k! Im going now, bye!

[@babiththomas]

Roubiax?

[@99spokes]

Another great option!

[@techsavy9152]

Roubiax is Amazing! I bought one a couple weeks ago

[@babiththomas]

@@techsavy9152 which model? Pro?

[@techsavy9152]

The Roubiax SL8 Comp

[@EmmetFardy]

I'm going for the new Giant Defy. I can't find any fault with it.

[@99spokes]

Definitely a rad bike that was on the short list to win a couple of these categories!

[@DrunkDrynasty]

Not sure where you live, but it sounds like North America. Where are you getting Cube Bikes? You can’t get them in the US. Maybe you can in Canada. Still I think Ribble’s line up is just as good if not better than Cube.

[@99spokes]

Correct, I’m from Oregon, but we’re an intentional website, a large portion of our traffic is actually from Europe!

[@heiskari]

Ridley Grifn

[@kylesbikes]

Specialized Roubaix Family.

[@99spokes]

Great bikes! They were on the shortlist to win a couple of our categories!

[@damiendenvir7953]

Scott Addict?

[@ranjbud]

Wheres the SCOTT?

[@99spokes]

We love the Addict, but it didn’t quite make the cut

[@ingloriouspancake7529]

Canyon bike?

[@99spokes]

The Endurace? It’s in there!

[@JKPwaka]

Good to see Cube get on to someone's list! I love my 2021 gtc!

[@ingloriouspancake7529]

@@99spokesYeah, I noticed after can you do more videos on the Canyon it's kind of hard to get info about the Canyon bikes cause it's online only...

[@michujo]

How is a 1800 dollars bike a budget bike?

[@MenuMystique]

15:45 Ridiculously overpriced and I can buy a. many a used carbon bike that would fare well head-to-head for the cost of a "mid-range" bike listed here. Should be entitled "How to destroy The Bike Industry REALLY FAST!"

[@99spokes]

Used bikes are a great way to save some money, we just posted a video reviewing a $500 used hardtail 👌

[@davidcawthorne7115]

One man's "enduranxe" bike appears to be an "aero" race bike. 🙄🤔

[@robduncan599]

At 7.05 Canyon size chart xxxs that is extra extra extra small , the crank length is 170mm , making a complete mockery of what they consider extra extra extra small size. When are bike companies going to stop taking their customers for mugs, with this kind of crap ?

[@99spokes]

A lot of that come down to what the component manufacturer has available for the price point the frame manufacturer is looking to spec the bike with, and there’s sadly not too many companies making inexpensive cranks shorter than 170. The 47cm Domane does come with 165s though

[@abastabul9115]

Take a bath.

[@99spokes]

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