The new 2009 men’s road bike models are here, and there are some very exciting additions and improvements in this year’s best products! Listed below are the five best men’s road bikes on the market in 2009; from world renowned classic yet ever changing performance models, to exceptional entry level makes!
TREK Madone 6.9 Pro – The Madone model from TREK is probably the world’s best known performance road bike for men! After all, the original Madone was used by Lance Armstrong during his domination of the Tour de France. The Madone was the first production OCLV carbon performance road bike, and in 2009 TREK has also introduced their trademarked ControlCore technology to provide outstanding steering and rear triangle precision. The TREK Madone 6.9 Pro is considered to be the flagship of the Madone lineup in 2009 ad is thus the featured best men’s road bike in2009 from TREK.
Jamis Xenith T2 – With it’s NASA inspired profile, and trademark Wind Shield fork the Xenith T2 from Jamis Could be the most aerodynamic Men’s Road Bike in the world! Jamis is one of the best known names in performance road bikes, having won dozens of Bike of the Year awards. So be sure to check out the new 2009 Xenith T2 as well as many other models at their official website.
Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD – Cannondale has significantly revamped many of their road bike models for 2009, and widely regarded as one of the most impressive models in the lineup this year is the Synapse Hi-MOD from Cannondale’s performance road bike group. The Synapse Hi-MOD frame features high-performance lay-up of optimized HI-MODulus carbon fiber, which dramatically reduces high-frequency vibration in order to reduce fatigue, improve rider comfort, and maximize pedaling power transfer.
TCR Advanced SL Team – The new 2009 TCR performance road bike series from Giant has been gaining a lot of praise for their comfort and handling. The TCR Advanced SL is considered the best of the line, with upgrades from the previous series including Full Shimano Dura-Ace 7900 component group, a Shimano PRO handlebar and stem, and a Featherweight Shimano Carbon Dura-Ace wheel set.
LOOK 566 – LOOK Cycles have been making some waves in the entry level road bike market for 2009! The 566 model in particular has received a lot of praise for its amazing comfort and efficiency in the entry level price range. This 2009 road bike features tube-to-tube carbon technology, flattened seat strays, and is available in five different sizes in two color options.
