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Specialized Dolce
#18
based on 12 reviews
Ratings Distribution
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Category Average
Pros
Cons
- Handles poorly (1)
- Shows dirt on handlebars (1)
- Too rigid (1)
- Uncomfortable seat (1)
Best Uses
- Casual riding (9)
- Good for commuting (5)
- Climbing (3)
- Exercising (3)
- Serious training (3)
- Racing (2)
- Sprinting (2)
- Beginning rider (1)
- Exercise (1)
- Serious racing or training (1)
Product Reviews
Specialized Dolce Reviews
Most helpful positive review
[17 of 18 customers found this review helpful]
Most helpful negative review
[8 of 19 customers found this review helpful]
Great!
"Just picked up this bike and it's great. The geometry fits my body height, leg length and torso length well. I tried the Trek 1.2, Fuji Finest 1.0 and 2.0 as the only bikes in the size range I needed. The Fuji Finest 1.0 has better components but the same type of frame. This is my first road bike. Between the two, even though the Fuji has better components, I'd rather save the $$$ as the handling seemed a b..." Read Full Review »
Sep 01, 2008 by newbierider
fun but stiff
"this is actually my first road bike, so im not sure if ill be much help, but this is what i figured so far. i enjoy riding it; it is light-weight and very woman-friendly (comfortable) =). it is kind of stiff though, probably because of some aluminum components, but im not exactly sure why. overall i like it so far, and i think its a good starter bike for road riding...." Read Full Review »
Aug 05, 2008 by mel c
Displaying 1 - 5 of 12 Reviews
[17 of 18 customers found this review helpful]
Specialized Dolce Review
Great!
- Absorbs Shock Well
- Good Geometry
- Handles Well
- Lightweight
Pros
- Shows dirt on handlebars
Cons
- Casual Riding
- Commuting
Best Uses
"Just picked up this bike and it's great. The geometry fits my body height, leg length and torso length well. I tried the Trek 1.2, Fuji Finest 1.0 and 2.0 as the only bikes in the size range I needed. The Fuji Finest 1.0 has better components but the same type of frame. This is my first road bik …" Read Full Review »
[12 of 12 customers found this review helpful]
Specialized Dolce Review
Excellent Entry Level Bike
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Pros
- None
Cons
- Casual Riding
- Climbing
- Commuting
- Sprinting
Best Uses
"I bought the Dolce over the Trek 1000 WSD because the geometry was a better fit for me. I'm 5'2" and the size 48 is perfect. I am not a competitive cyclist (yet) and I find this is a great beginner road bike. So much easier to climb hills than my Specialized mountain bike. The only thing I would cha …" Read Full Review »
[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
Specialized Dolce Review
EXCELLENT!!
- Affordable
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Easy to maintain
- Great Starter Bike
- More »
Pros
- None
Cons
- Exercise
- Sport
Best Uses
"I recently started riding for sport and exercise with fellow gym buddies and I have to say this bike is not only comfortable but totally affordable and easy to ride =) When I started I was using an old racing bike from 1983 and let me tell you, what an improvement!! I highly reccommend this bike, ju …" Read Full Review »
[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
Specialized Dolce Review
Perfect Bike!
- Absorbs Shock Well
- Comfortable
- Good Geometry
- Great Components
- Handles Well
- More »
Pros
- None
Cons
- Casual Riding
- Racing
- Serious Training
Best Uses
"I wanted a more expensive bike, but this was all I could afford. What a sweet surprise! This bike is excellent. I have used it in 4 triathlons and numerous rides. This is the best bike for the money and more. Not one thing would I change! "
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Specialized Dolce Review
Nice bike!
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Pros
- None I've Found
Cons
- Beginning rider
- Casual Riding
Best Uses
"My husband and I bought this for our 12 year old daughter.
The bicycle store we buy from was able to achieve proper fit with this bike. Being 12, she falls between "sizes".
She is enjoying it greatly! She also has a Specialized mtn bike which she has truly enjoyed.
She has only had it for
…"
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