Specialized Sirrus

i bought this sirrus in Red....and i love it. on my first day out, i rode 35 miles, and i did not feel those miles at all. the seat is very comfortable( my butt was not sore at the end of the ride!!!), the bike is light, and fast. however, my only problem is the pedals...i am already upgrading them with the shimano pd-m520. i also put a wireless cyclo-computer from cateye. i bought this bike from Orangecycle in Orlando,fl. great place to do business with....great people and a lot of bikes to choose from!!!

I just went on a 245 mile bike ride in a duration of 3 days and this bike handled much better than any other bike that went. excellent bike for the money.

bought this bike over the summer and have been addicted to it ever since. Super fast, super smooth ride, and light weight. The best starting bike for anyone who's looking for a hybrid. Two thumbs up.

Bought the 2006 model 3 years ago and have had no problems. I do a lot of long day rides and recently finished my first century with it. I keep the chain clean, pump up the tires and have not had to do anything except change the rear tire. Overall is a fun and dependable bike.

The Sirrus is a great bike to transition from Mountain riding to road riding. Buy prepared to change out the pedals, the stock cages can rub against the bike if not fully tightened on your shoe. I put on the pair of pedals I already had and they work great. Best bike for the money and great for long charity rides.

I bought the Sirrus Sport, which is a slight upgrade from the basic model due to having thumb shifters, rather than the twist shifters. A couple of different gearheads told me the twisties tend to stick a little over time and I wanted to avoid that. Otherwise, it is the same bike and it is a great ride! Light, quick, easy to maneuver in city traffic (NYC). I use this bike for commuting and for exercise, and I couldn't recommend a more solid choice for cyclists with similar needs.

I used to own four bikes, and would ride each one depending on the weather or my mood. I needed to narrow my small fleet down to one bike that was capable of doing everything I wanted; commuting, fast weekend rides, and occasional touring. After much searching, I found that the Specialized Sirrus fulfilled all of my needs. This bike is very versatile. It can accommodate wider tires, has braze-ons for racks and fenders (even for a front rack!), and it's light and fast. I went for the entry level Sirrus because I was unsure if the carbon fiber fork and stays on the next model up would be rugged enough to take what I dish out. I am glad I did because I scraped the fork up a bit leaning it up against some stairs, and that could weaken carbon fiber. I also like the fact that Specialized refrained from putting a shock on it making it lighter and simpler to maintain. In the year and a half I have owned this bike, I have ridden it very hard and have beat it around a bit. I ride it year 'round and I keep it locked up outside in the elements; it has held up very well to two Chicago winters so far. Right after I bought it I installed fenders to keep the rain off of me, and upgraded the pedals to large BMX platforms so I can ride in my boots. My only gripes about it are the tires, the seat post and the seat. The original tires picked up flats easily, so I installed a pair of flat resistant tires with reflective sidewalls, problem solved. I have a love/hate relationship with the seat. It sometimes feels like there is almost too much seat padding for my taste, but the shape is OK, so I put up with it. Also, there is stitching running around the top edges of the seat, letting water inside of it when it rains. I have to try to remember to put a bag over the seat or I will get a wet butt after it rains, even if it looks dry. The shock seat post smoothes out the ride, but sometimes the sponginess makes me think my back tire is flat. I tightened the spring tension as tight as it goes, but I still don't like it. As soon as I can afford it, I will be upgrading the seat and the seat post. These gripes are minor, but I wish Specialized had put a regular seat post and better tires on it. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with this bike and I plan on riding it for many years. After working as a bike mechanic, I found that Specialized somehow puts their bikes together better than anyone else; they seem to break less often than bikes from other manufactures. The Sirrus is a tough bike, and will possibly last me for the rest of my life; if I take decent care of it. If you are not sure about exactly what type of riding you will do, or if you need a good all-around bike, this is the bike to get.

Great bike for on the road, off road, trail, fitness training...it is able to go on varied type of paths. I did some small upgrades, added adjustible handle stem - for my height, added cyclecross tires - for better traction off road, added better derailleur - for quick gear changes. The result is a great all round cycle that I ride on most rides. Leaving my road and mountain bikes at home.

I was using a mountain bike---and then I rode the Sirrus. She is a great bike for anyone that is looking for a super comfortable bike that is easy to handle AND is quick! Love the shifting and the thinner wheels make it feel almost like a roadbike but with out all of the serious attitude. A great bike for someone who is just getting back in to/in to cycling. And the guys at Toga know just how to fit and equip her perfectly :O)!!

I picked up the '08 Sirrus about a month ago, and it has proved to be a fantastic choice for the 7 mile commute to work (north side to south loop). It comes with a great general selection of equipment that should suit anybody looking to pick up a fast city ride without sacrificing comfort. Also very good for paved trails around the lake. Coming from a mountain bike, this is a fantastic choice. More aggressive than the Globe, more practical than a strict road bike.

I put some different tires on this bike and it became and excellent hybrid: great for pavement and gravel trails. It's very light, comfortable, and responsive. Long rides are comfortable. The shifting good but not perfect. I have no complaints. It performs exactly as expected. The value for the buck can't be beat.

First off, don't buy a $150.00 department store bike! Go to a LBS (like Global) and get the real thing (it's cheaper by far in the long run). I purchased a Sirrus for commuting to work, and although I am used to a mountain bike, the slender 28mm tires on the Sirrus are so fast on the tarmac you just won't believe it! The bike is light enough to lift with a finger, and sturdy enough to take a beating. I've found that I like the hard-tail frame and fork, as the control given by this configuration is very precise. You loose the super soft ride, but the responsiveness gained is worth it (I just stand up when the road gets rough, which is easier to do with a rigid bike anyway). Most off roading suffers due to the thin slick tires, but hard packed dirt roads are still no trouble. I fitted mine with Specialized Armadillo tires and Slime tubes, as I live in Arizona, and thorns are plentiful. Other than that, you won't need to swap out much else, cuz it's all good! You can get a Sirrus with a frame that fits you (unlike dept store brands), and you won't be ashamed to be seen on it. Global also does your tune-ups free, forever! (Rember to keep you sales receipt).

The bike held up well for around 2500 miles of path riding this year. It required no repairs/replacements related the frame or components and it took a beating. It is also amazingly fast for a non-road bike! A very comfortable ride.