How important is bike color to you?

[Running Mommy]

not that it matters now... But the zw3 retails for 21-2200.00
I'm a felt dealer as well.
Felt is currently out of road bikes. The last I called them they told me no bikes till the end of September. I've pretty much given up calling them for availability.

As for color, must be something in the air this year. Giants Avail 3 is gold and white. They also have a lot of orange throughout their line this year??

[ridebikeme]

I suppose in the real world, you are the only one that can answer that question. As others have mentioned, the 2009 bikes are on their way and of course prices will be significantly higher... maybe that will be another factor in your decision. Color schemes for these bikes are all over the place.. from brights to some more subdued... depends on the line. But like most everything, everything happens in cycles and color choices have always followed suit.

Good luck in your search ... it's a fun time to be buying a new bike!!

[RolliePollie]

not that it matters now... But the zw3 retails for 21-2200.00
I'm a felt dealer as well.
Felt is currently out of road bikes. The last I called them they told me no bikes till the end of September. I've pretty much given up calling them for availability.

As for color, must be something in the air this year. Giants Avail 3 is gold and white. They also have a lot of orange throughout their line this year??

Ooooh, maybe can you please tell me the prices for the ZW2 and the ZW25 too? I was estimating around $2,200 for the ZW3...since the ZW2 has Dura-Ace, I'm imagining it's quite a bit more. I was hoping they would be offering an Ultegra equipped bike...carbon with Ultegra or maybe even the aluminum/carbon with Ultegra like the 2008 FW25. For some reason, I kind of like the green ZW25. And the black/blue on the ZW2 is much nicer than the gold on the ZW3. I wish I wasn't so picky...I guess they can't possibly please everyone!

[Jiffer]

I, for one, am glad that I "love" the color of my bike. It's not an amazing color ... it's black, silver and white ... but because it's neutral, I can do anything with it. I choose to do PINK with it, of course.

I do wonder, however, if you have seen that bike in person and, if not, if you would like it more than you think you do based on the photo. Just a thought. But, ultimately, if you know you flat out don't like the color ... I'd keep shopping until you do. Someone like my husband would think that's ridiculous and that's not how you buy a bike. But my belief is, the more you love your bike, the more you're going to want to ride it. He loves his bike for what it does for him and color is not a priority. But, there are so many options out there, there certainly ought to be an awesome bike in your price range that is a color you like. You just have to figure out what YOUR priorities are and see what your options are. Good luck!

[smurfalicious]

Funny thing about this thread, when I first read it I forgot that I HATED the colors of pony when I first bought her. It was between the GF Tassajara and the Big Sur GS. I liked the colors of the Tass but the Big Sur was a better fit, and more aligned with my wannabe racer goals. I ate ramen to pay for that bike, it better be good!

So yeah, she came home with me, and I despised her colors for weeks until we rode together enough that I loved her despite it. Then something clicked in me and I thought she was cute as a bug's ear. It didn't hurt that she fetched TONS of compliments and is the reason I have more blue jerseys than brain cells. I feel a little sad looking at her now, I miss her so much.

http://fisherbikes.com/archive/model/86

I like the gold, a lot. It's really classy and different! I say go for it. Can you imagine with leather bar tape? Oooooh! I say your bike must be at least this ugly before you can complain about color:

[Running Mommy]

Ooooh, maybe can you please tell me the prices for the ZW2 and the ZW25 too? I was estimating around $2,200 for the ZW3...since the ZW2 has Dura-Ace, I'm imagining it's quite a bit more. I was hoping they would be offering an Ultegra equipped bike...carbon with Ultegra or maybe even the aluminum/carbon with Ultegra like the 2008 FW25. For some reason, I kind of like the green ZW25. And the black/blue on the ZW2 is much nicer than the gold on the ZW3. I wish I wasn't so picky...I guess they can't possibly please everyone!

No prob-
ZW2 3400-3599, and ZW25 1529-1599. The low # is the lowest felt will allow you to sell it at, but the high number is msrp.

[RolliePollie]

No prob-
ZW2 3400-3599, and ZW25 1529-1599. The low # is the lowest felt will allow you to sell it at, but the high number is msrp.

Thanks RunningMommy...it helps to have the pricing. All three are around what I was expecting, so no big sticker shock at least! If only the ZW2 was $1,000 cheaper!

I agree, Liza, that the white bar tape doesn't look quite right with the black and gold. On the Felt website, it says the bike comes with yellow bar tape. Now that sounds really scary to me...gold with yellow? But like everyone has said, seeing it in person might make all the difference.

My current bike is a Trek 1000 WSD in a really pretty shade of blue. I love the color. It's made me more fond of the her even though I know she's an entry level bike. So I think I have come to the conclusion that color matters a lot to me. Hmmm...now what do I do?

[wildhawk]

I remember when DH bought me my current bike “Spirit”. I had sold my black Stony Point mountain bike and we went to the LBS and the only two choices in my Giant for that year were red and a deep, dark purple. I have NEVER been a fan of purple - but the bike rode great and it fit me like a glove and had all the features I was looking for. So I went with her - I used to call her my “purple pavement eater”. But DH offered to repaint her for me, but over time the purple has grown on me and I now like her color a lot. I get lots of compliments on her. I decided to accessorize her with black and silver so I can still get the black accents in there (I really like black - I know - its not like green or pink - but it is one of my favorite colors for vehicles). Ask yourself what is more important - color or comfort? Accessories or durability/rideability? You can have the most gorgeous color bike in the world, but if it does not fit you or does not have the features you need, what is the point? Besides, paint can always be changed. Good luck with your choice - the bike looks really nice, and gold is a neutral enough color to go with anything.

[lph]

the bike looks really nice, and gold is a neutral enough color to go with anything.

*snort* this reminds me of one of those "You know you're a cyclist when... screaming yellow is a perfectly acceptable fashion colour"