RE: Weight limit
2011/05/27 14:12:22
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Roy, this information is posted on the Bacchetta web site for the Aluminum bikes:
Weight Limit: 230 lbs.* (*Rider and Gear Makes Up Weight Limit Total)
So the short answer to your question is, yes, it’s a deal breaker. Here’s the thing, if you’re a big guy you should buy accordingly. Our advise to anyone who’s weight is near, or above, a models stated weight limit would be to error on the side of safety. There is no need to risk your safety or voiding the warranty just to save a few pounds. Also, overloading a bike will affect the ride quality. Our experience has shown that a rider your size would be much better off on a steel frame. If you like the ATT spec you can always upgrade parts later or you could buy a frame kit and build it up just the way you want. But the first step to having a great cycling experience is getting on the right frame. Hope that helps. Mark Colliton, Bacchetta Bicycles, Inc.