• Home
  • SUBSCRIBE!
  • Garmin Edge Bike Computers
    • Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared
      • ALL Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared with Detailed Chart: Edge 130 Plus, Explore, 530, 830 and 1030 Plus
      • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, Reviews and Videos
      • Garmin Edge 1030 Plus vs. 130 Plus Bike Computers: Premium vs. Budget!
      • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 GPS Bike Computers: Full Review and Comparison of GPS Bike Computers with Navigation
      • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 GPS Bike Computers
    • Garmin Edge vs. Wahoo Bike Computers
      • Garmin Edge 530 vs Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt
      • Garmin Edge 520 Plus vs Wahoo ELEMNT
      • Garmin Edge 520 vs. Wahoo ELEMNT
      • Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt vs Garmin Edge 130 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, with Videos
    • 9 New Features in the Garmin Edge 830
    • 7 of the Best Fitness Trackers for Cyclists – Fitbit and Garmin
    • How to Upload Your Bike Rides to Strava While Garmin Connect is Down
  • About
    • Start Here!
    • Contact Us
  • Product Reviews
    • Garmin Edge and Wahoo Bike Computers
      • Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared: Versus Posts!
        • ALL Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared with Chart & Video: Edge 130 Plus, Explore, 530, 830 and 1030 Plus
        • Garmin Edge 530 vs. 830 vs. 1030 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, Reviews and Videos
        • Garmin Edge 1030 Plus vs. 130 Plus: Premium vs. Budget!
        • Garmin Edge 1030 Plus vs Garmin Edge 1030. What’s NEW About the Garmin Edge 1030 Plus?
      • Garmin Edge vs. Wahoo Bike Computers
        • Garmin Edge 530 vs. Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt
        • Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt vs. Garmin Edge 130 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, with Videos
        • Garmin Edge 520 Plus vs Wahoo ELEMNT
        • Garmin Edge 520 vs. Wahoo ELEMNT
      • Garmin Varia Vision and Varia Rear Light Radar
      • How to Upload Your Bike Rides to Strava While Garmin Connect is Down
    • 7 of the Best Budget Indoor Bike Trainers, 2021
    • Bike Computer Reviews
      • Best Cheap Bike Computers Under $65, 2020 – Includes Budget Wireless Computers
      • Best Bike Computers, 2020 – Includes CatEye, Garmin, and Wireless Bike Computers
      • ALL Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared with Detailed Chart & Videos: Edge 130 Plus, Explore, 530, 830 and 1030 Plus
      • Quick Links to our Best Posts about Bike Computers
    • Cycling Gear Reviews
      • 7 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Pants for Men and Women, 2021
        • 3 Regular-Looking Pants that Work Well as Cycling Pants
        • Showers Pass Rogue Cycling Pants – Review by Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist
      • 7 of the Best Budget Indoor Bike Trainers, 2021
      • 7 of the Best Women’s Cycling Jackets, 2020 – Waterproof and Windproof
        • Best Cheap Cycling Jackets under $100
        • Best Cycling Jackets
      • 9 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Jackets for Men and Women, 2021
      • 7 of the Best Cycling Balaclavas to Keep Your Head Warm this Winter
      • Best Waterproof Cycling Gear for Men and Women, 2021
      • 7 of the Best Short Sleeved Cycling Jerseys for 2021
      • 7 of the Best Cheap Cycling Jackets Under $100
    • 90 Best Gifts for Cyclists – Our Ultimate Gift Guide for Cyclists
    • Bike Pannier Reviews
      • 7 of the Best Waterproof Bike Panniers, 2020 – for Better Bike Commuting and Touring
      • Best Waterproof Bike Panniers for Touring and Commuting: Ortlieb Bike Panniers
      • Best Commuter/Bike Touring Panniers: Two Wheel Gear Classic 2.0 Garment Pannier Review
    • Bike Light Reviews
      • 7 of the Best Bike Lights for Night Riding and Commuting, 2021
      • Quick Links to Our Best Posts about Bike Lights
      • 3 of the best bike lights for commuter cyclists – Light & Motion Urban 350 vs. CatEye Volt 800 vs. NiteRider Lumina 750
    • Bike Saddles
      • 9 of the Best Road Bike Saddles, 2021
      • How to Choose the Right Bike Saddle
    • Headphone Reviews
      • 5 of the Best Headphones for Safe Cycling in 2021
    • Recumbent Trikes
  • Bike Computers
    • Garmin Edge Bike Computers
      • Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared
        • ALL Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared with Detailed Chart & Videos: Edge 130 Plus, Explore, 530, 830 and 1030 Plus
        • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, Reviews and Videos
        • Garmin Edge 1030 Plus vs Garmin Edge 1030. What’s NEW About the Garmin Edge 1030 Plus?
        • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 GPS Bike Computers: Full Review and Comparison of GPS Bike Computers with Navigation
        • Garmin Edge 1030 Plus vs. 130 Plus Bike Computers: Premium vs. Cheap
      • Garmin Edge vs. Wahoo Bike Computers
        • Garmin Edge 530 vs Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt
        • Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt vs Garmin Edge 130 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, with Videos
        • Garmin Edge 520 Plus vs Wahoo ELEMNT
        • Garmin Edge 520 vs. Wahoo ELEMNT
    • Quick Links to our Best Posts about Bike Computers
    • Best Cheap Bike Computers Under $65, 2020 – Includes Budget Wireless Computers
    • Best Bike Computers, 2020 – Includes CatEye, Garmin, and Wireless Bike Computers
    • 7 of the Best Bike Computers, 2020 – from Budget to Premium
  • Health Benefits
    • Cycling Knee Pain
      • 5 Doctor’s Tips to Start Cycling Again after Knee Replacement Surgery
      • How to Prevent Cycling Knee and Hip Pain – Complete Guide to Stretching for Cyclists
      • How to Cure Cycling Knee Pain with a Miraculous, Cheap Cure
      • 7 Ways to Prevent Cycling Knee Pain
      • Video: 3 Exercises for Cycling Knee Pain
      • 5 Great Strength and Conditioning Exercises for Cyclists
      • Top 7 Strength Building Exercises for Cyclists
    • Cycling and Strength
      • How Cycling Can Help You to Stay Strong as You Age
        • How Strength Training Can Boost Your Cycling Speed and Quality of Life
    • Cycling and Sleep
      • How Cycling Helps You to Sleep Better and Get Healthier
      • Why Cycling May Be the Sleep Aid You Need
      • How I Became a Bike Commuter and Shed Stress Immediately
      • One in Three Cyclists Experience Reduced Stress Levels
    • Cycling and Aging
      • Study Shows that Interval Training on a Bike is the Best Exercise to Fight Aging
      • Study Shows that Cycling Really Does Fight Aging
      • How Cycling Can Help You to Stay Strong as You Age
        • How Strength Training Can Boost Your Cycling Speed and Quality of Life
        • 5 Great Strength and Conditioning Exercises for Cyclists
        • Top 7 Strength Building Exercises for Cyclists
        • What Is the Function of Myelin in the Body?
    • Kids biking
      • 7 of the Best Baby and Child Bike Seats to Keep Your Child Safe – Reviews and Videos – 2020
      • 9 Simple Steps to Teach a Child to Ride a Bike
      • 5 Tips for Parents to Keep your Kids Safe on their Bikes
      • How to Transport Kids on Bikes (Video and Infographic)
      • 10 Family-Friendly USA Cycling Trails to Visit with the Kids
      • Babies and Bikes: How to Get Kids Active from the Start
      • How to Encourage Kids to Ride Bikes
        • How to Help your Kids Bike to School
A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes!

Average Joe Cyclist

A Blog for Average People who LOVE to ride bikes!

  • Cycling Training Plans
    • Our Most Successful Cycling Training Plans
      • Average Joe Cyclist’s Beginner Cyclist Training Plan: Phase 1
      • Average Joe Cyclist’s Beginner Cyclist Training Plan: Phase 2 – Interval Training
      • How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan
      • Average Joe Cyclist’s Beginner’s Bike Training Plan
      • Top 7 Strength Building Exercises for Cyclists
    • Average Joe Cyclist’s Beginner’s Bike Training Plan
      • Top 10 Tips on How to Avoid a Sore Butt from Cycling
    • How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan
    • Workouts and Stretching for Cyclists
      • How to Prevent Cycling Knee and Hip Pain – Complete Guide to Stretching for Cyclists
      • Updated Video: 3 Hip Stretches to Cure Cycling Hip Pain
      • Stop Doing Crunches! 10 Minute Core Workout for Cyclists
      • 5 Best Core Exercises for Cyclists
      • Muscle Stretching: The Cyclist’s Secret Skill – Why Stretching is Important for Cyclists
      • The 10 Best Stretches for Cyclists
    • How to Protect Your Testosterone Levels from Over-Training
    • 7 Reasons to do High Intensity Training (HIT) on Your Bike – And How to Add Interval Training to Your Cycling
      • Study Shows that Interval Training on a Bike is the Best Exercise to Fight Aging
      • Research shows Amazing Benefits of Sprint Intervals in Cycling
    • 7 Top Tips to Help You Keep Mountain Biking after Age 40
      • How Cycling Can Help You to Stay Strong as You Age
  • Indoor Cycling Training
    • 7 of the Best Budget Indoor Bike Trainers, 2021
    • 5 of the Best Smart Indoor Trainers for Effective Indoor Training
    • How to Set Up a Zwift Indoor Training System on Any Budget
    • What is a Smart Turbo Indoor Trainer?
  • Cycling with Dogs
    • 5 of the Best Dog Bike Baskets to Safely Take Your Dog Cycling in 2021
    • Complete Guide to Taking Your Dog on Bike Rides in a Bike Basket
    • 6 Steps to Gently Train Your Dog to Go On Bike Rides With You
  • Lose Weight!
    • Cycling and Weight Loss
      • 7 Steps to Lose Weight by Cycling
      • 7 of the Best Budget Indoor Bike Trainers, 2021
      • Top 10 Tips to Lose Weight Cycling
      • 5 Quick and Easy Tips to Lose Weight Cycling
      • The Top 10 Ride Your Way Lean Eating Rules, for Effective Weight Loss
      • How Cycling to Lose Weight Saved Phil’s Life – Heartwarming Video
    • A Guide for Fat Cyclists
    • Our Best Lose Weight with Cycling Posts
    • Cycling Nutrition
      • Best Matcha Tea for Cyclists: My Matcha Life
        • How to Make Matcha Tea
      • How Protein Helps your Post Bike Ride Recovery
      • 5 Best Protein Supplements for Exercise Recovery and Health
    • Cycling Training Plans
      • How to Set Up a Zwift Indoor Training System on Any Budget
      • Average Joe Cyclist’s Beginner’s Bike Training Plan
      • Our Most Successful Cycling Training Plans
      • How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan
      • 7 Reasons to do High Intensity Training (HIT) on Your Bike – And How to Add Interval Training to Your Cycling
    • Cycling and Health
  • Tips & How-Tos
    • How to Prevent & Cure Cycling Knee Pain
      • How to Cure Cycling Knee Pain with a Miraculous, Cheap Cure
      • How to Prevent Cycling Knee and Hip Pain – Complete Guide to Stretching for Cyclists
      • Video: 3 Exercises for Cycling Knee Pain
      • 7 Ways to Prevent Cycling Knee Pain
      • 5 Doctor’s Tips to Start Cycling Again after Knee Replacement Surgery
    • Bike maintenance
      • How to Fix a Flat Bike Tire
    • How to Keep your Bike from being Stolen – Top 10 Tips
      • 7 of the Best Bike Locks to Keep Your Bike Safe, 2021
    • How to Set Up a Zwift Indoor Training System on Any Budget
    • How to Get Your Bike Ready for Safe Winter Cycling
    • How to Pick the Right Size Bike – Complete Bike Frame Size Guide
    • How to Set Up a Zwift Indoor Training System on Any Budget
    • Complete Guide to How to Buy and Sell Bikes on Craigslist
    • How to Understand Bike Terminology
  • Bike Commuting
    • Bike Commuting Tips
      • How to Set Up a Commuter Bike
      • 9 Useful Tips for Women Bike Commuters
      • 7 of the Best Bike Lights for Night Riding and Commuting, 2021
      • 7 of the Best Waterproof Bike Panniers, 2020 – for Better Bike Commuting and Touring
      • Top 10 Tips on How to Avoid a Sore Butt from Cycling
      • How Women Cyclists Can Prevent Saddle Soreness and Associated Issues
        • How to Choose the Right Bike Saddle
      • 9 of the Best Road Bike Saddles, 2021
      • The 7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When They Try to Start Bike Commuting
      • Can Cycling Cause Penis Numbness, Erectile Dysfunction, and Prostate Cancer?
      • Best Commuter/Bike Touring Panniers: Two Wheel Gear Classic 2.0 Garment Pannier Review
    • Winter Cycling
      • Our Top Tips to Keep You Warm and Dry for Fall and Winter Cycling
      • How to Get Your Bike Ready for Safe Winter Cycling
      • Quick Links to Our Best Posts about Cold Weather Cycling
      • 7 of the Best Waterproof Bike Panniers, 2020 – for Better Bike Commuting and Touring
    • Benefits of Being a Bike Commuter
      • Ten Reasons to be a Bike Commuter
      • Survey Shows London Bike Commuters are Happier and More Productive
      • What Is the Function of Myelin in the Body?
      • Research shows that cycling makes your brain grow!
      • 5 Ways that Cycling Boosts Your Brain Function
    • Bike Maintenance
      • How to Get Your Bike Ready for Safe Winter Cycling
      • How To Clean Your Bike Chain the Easy Way
      • How to Set Up a Commuter Bike
      • How to Fix a Flat Bike Tire
      • Inspirational Video: How to Fix a Bike Flat – with No Hands
    • Cycling Infrastructure
      • 4 Benefits of Separated Bike Lanes
      • 3 Reasons Why We Need Separated Bike Lanes
      • Research reveals a surprising benefit of separated bike lanes
      • Montreal Cycling, Part 3: Separated Bike Lanes – What Other Cities can Learn from Montreal
      • Cycling and the Post-Covid Transformation
    • Safety for Cyclists
      • How to Use Bike Reflectors to Be More Visible
      • 7 of the Best Bike Lights for Night Riding and Commuting, 2021
You are here: Home / Cycling Reviews / Average Joe Cyclist Bike Reviews / Specialized Sequoia Elite Road Bike – An Average Joe Cyclist Product Review

Specialized Sequoia Elite Road Bike – An Average Joe Cyclist Product Review

February 27, 2011 by Average Joe Cyclist

Pin
Share
Tweet

AvatarHere’s a review of my Specialized Sequoia Elite – one of the greatest road bikes ever! This bike offers speed and comfort for a very affordable price.

 

My Specialized Sequoia Elite - possibly my MOST favorite bike ever
My Specialized Sequoia Elite – possibly my MOST favorite bike ever

First Impressions – Comfort

The minute I got on my Specialized Sequoia Elite 2009 I knew I was going to buy it! I had already tried a whole range of other road bikes, but I instantly knew this was the one. It was just so comfortable. I was used to  hybrid bikes, and most of the road bikes I tried made me feel like I was lying on my stomach. I wasn’t sure if that made me feel too aggressive or too vulnerable. Some of them felt too light and unstable. But the Sequoia managed to hit all the right notes – I was far enough forward to really put my whole body into pushing the pedals, but not so far I felt like I was about to do a face plant. Also, at the same time as it felt light enough to take flight, it also felt solidly in touch with the ground. What a magical combination!

My first impression of comfort was borne out when I took the bike out on the road. I found it very comfortable on the pitted, pothole-rich roads that are typically deemed “bike routes”, thanks to the carbon forks and the Zertz inserts. The manufacturer’s claims that the Zertz inserts on the fork’s Specialized FACT carbon legs absorb vibrations are actually true!

If you are going to get a great bike, get a great bike lock. This is the best selling bike lock on Amazon, and it’s great value for money with its current sale price.

I also took the bike off pavement. To my surprise, I was able to use the thin tires on the roughest trails without getting a puncture. However, the tires are definitely at their best on pavement.

Related: Review of one of the greatest value-for-money road bikes, the Specialized Allez Elite 2014

Specialized Allez Elite - awesome!
Specialized Allez Elite – awesome!

Second Impressions – Speed

My Specialized Sequoia Elite 2009 is incredibly responsive – it feels more like an extension of my body than a separate entity. The acceleration is so aggressively fast it took my breath away at first. As Maggie said, it feels as if the bike wants to run away with you. I had such a good time looping around Stanley Park, chasing down much younger cyclists and leaving them in the dust! Climbing up to Signal Hill was also way easier than on my hybrid.

Race-Ready

The Sequoia Elite is equipped with the elite, smooth Shimano 105 10-speed STI brake/shift levers. These are good enough to render this bike race-ready – for race newbies, anyway. I had a little trouble with the gears at first, but that was quickly fixed with a minor adjustment.

All Garmin Edge Bike Computers Compared with Chart and Videos
Specialized Sequoia - just a beautiful bike and a great ride
Specialized Sequoia – just a beautiful bike and a great ride

Safety in Traffic

The Sequoia Elite’s double set of brakes (it has an extra set on top of the handlebars) was one of my favorite things. It enabled me to shift into an upright position with my hands on the top brakes in traffic, so that I could keep an eye on cars, ready to stop on a dime if a motorist cut me off.

Quibbles and upgrades

I do have a couple of quibbles. One day I got what looked like a piece of iron filing stuck in my brake pad. I got it out, but when it happened again I stopped at the first bike shop to get an opinion. In their opinion, the foreign element was actually a piece of brake pad sheared off. They said the stock brake pads were garbage, and equipped me with much better pads. Also, I was not impressed by the stock pedals with toe clip and straps – I replaced these when I purchased the bike, with a decent pair of Shimano clipless pedals.

Bottom Line:

Great, race-ready bike for a cyclist who wants a comfortable way to get into racing, or just to raise their riding to a higher, faster level than is possible on a hybrid. This is also an ideal bike for long bike tours or cycling events, due to the fact that it’s just so comfortable – plus the fact that the extra set of brakes effectively gives you three different body positions: hands in the drops, hands on the lower brakes, hands on the upper brakes. This ability to change position would definitely make it easier to complete a long distance, such as a century, or a multi-day event.

Click here for more bike product reviews.

Manufacturer’s specs:

  • Made with Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, the compact Sequoia frame is ergonomically designed for maximum comfort over the long haul.
  • The Zertz inserts on the fork’s Specialized FACT carbon legs absorb vibrations to keep you feeling fresh.
  • The Body Geometry Sonoma saddle is designed to be kind to your soft parts.
  • The Specialized Pro handlebar features a short-reach drop and a special ergonomic shape for long-term comfort.
  • The Shimano 105 10-speed STI brake/shift levers give crisp shifts and effortless braking.
  • The 4-position-adjustable Specialized Comp-Set stem is easily adjusted to match your bar-position needs.

Did you like this post or find it useful? If so, please support our blog:

We spend a lot of time writing these posts, and we would appreciate it very much if you would SHARE it with others (using the Share buttons) or LIKE our Facebook page. If you really want to show your appreciation, please consider clicking on one of the Amazon links before buying from Amazon; or clicking on any of the other affiliate links on this page. Small commissions help pay for our time. Or BEST OF ALL – just SUBSCRIBE to our blog. It makes you part of our community, and gets you free weekly updates about our posts – as well as a Free Download of our Bike Buyer’s Guide. Thanks in advance – reader support keeps us going and makes it all worthwhile!

Shop at Amazon in the USA:
Shop at Amazon in Canada:
Shop at Amazon in the UK:
Amazon USA
Amazon Canada
Amazon UK

Related

Pin
Share
Tweet

Filed Under: Average Joe Cyclist Bike Reviews Tagged With: Road bikes, Sequoia Elite, Specialized Sequoia, Specialized Sequoia Elite

Comments

  1. AvatarGraeme says

    February 28, 2011 at 12:23 pm

    Joe, I have to say I’m a bit jealous. I would love to try riding an actual road bike again—it has been nearly twenty years since my last one—but I think I might get into a bit of trouble at home if I bought a third bike. (In theory, my second bike is supposed to live in a bike locker at the SkyTrain station, but it seems to spend more than half its time in our spare room.)

    Do you think something like the Sequoia would make a good commuting bike? How does the effectiveness of the brakes compare with discs?

    • AvatarAverage Joe Cyclist says

      February 28, 2011 at 5:24 pm

      Hey Graeme. You have my sympathy … every bike I own has required negotiation. I sometimes have to get rid of one before I can get a new one. If it makes you feel better – the brakes are just fine, but not as great as discs. Still, they stop you, which is the point! As for commuting – no, I would not like to commute on this. First, adding racks and stands and fenders would make it a lot heavier, messing with the speed. Second, I (personally) prefer hybrids for commuting, because our roads are just so bumpy and full of pot holes. I once hit one so deep it messed up my back for ages – if I had been on a road bike, I think I might have fallen and really hurt myself. that was on a designated bike route in Burnaby! That said, I see lots of people commuting on roadies, so I guess it works for some.

  2. AvatarRon Richigns says

    March 17, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    Hi Joe
    Glad that you found a bike that you are very comfortable on. However the reasons for you comfort may be a bit different from what you think. Getting the bars up high relative to the saddle is a long-established recipe for comfort, particular when the rider is ‘getting on’ (and I write as someone in this category) and not quite as flexible as they used to be. Your handlebars look to be maybe 3 to 4 inches above the seat. There are all sorts of stem and steerer tube extensions that can achieve the same end.
    I wouldn’t totally discount the zertz inserts, but the reduction in vibration may have more to do with the tires and particularly the gel-padded bar tape on the handlebars.
    The dowsnide of the carbon fibre forks is that they are relatively fragile, at least compared to steel, and particularly vulnerable to scratches and abrasion reducing the strength of the carbon fibre layup. Pay close attention to the warnings in the manual about what to do in the event of even minor damage to the forks.
    Beyond that, if you want real comfort you will have to come over to the dark side and try a recumbent. But that is a discussion for another time…

    Ron Richings

    • AvatarAverage Joe Cyclist says

      March 18, 2011 at 7:25 pm

      Hi Ron. Good points. I tend to go totally on gut feel, without actually analyzing where impressions are coming from. But a recumbent? Mmm … they look incredibly comfortable, and by all accounts are no more at risk than regular bikes. I have no doubt there will come a time I will try one of these – but it is likely to be when there are more safe routes in the Lower Mainland. Because espite what recumbent riders say, I think I would feel too vulnerable that close to the ground.

  3. AvatarArt says

    September 10, 2011 at 3:49 am

    I have a 2006 Sequoia Elite. It is THE bike for me. As the years have gone by, my cycling aspirations have been changing away from events. I have used my Sequoia for camping but we are planning on a two week tour next June. Does anybody have any idea of how robust the Sequoia Elite is for pulling a BOB or panniers?

  4. AvatarTim D. Thome says

    September 18, 2011 at 7:06 am

    Hey Joe,
    Nice write up on the Sequoia.
    I bought a 2009 Sequoia about 2 months ago (not sure if it is Elite as it does not say this on the frame). The bike had been on layaway but the person never finished paying and did not pick it up, so the bike shop placed it out for sale and I scooped it up that very same day.
    It has an XL frame and came with the standard equipment. My bar configuration was similar to yours, but I do not like the rams horn bars as I cannot get comfortable with them. My local bike shop (Wheel fast in Chatham IL) had a used set of straight (5 degree sweep) mountain bike bars in the back and I had them switch them for me. I take the sweep built into these bars and point it down. This is a super configuration as it is more in alignment with my arms and wrists. I find this very comfortable and far more ergonomic for the long haul. I replaced the shifters and brakes with the Shimano 9 speed shifter/derailer and added Crane Creek, Flat Top brake levers. Man does this help with the control and power applications needed when riding!
    I did add a Topeak rack and bag over the back tire as I bought this bike to commute to work. It is 17 miles one way. The terrain is mostly flat to rolling hills along the way. I ride a bike trail about 10 miles the rest is street. In the bikes current configuration it is really responsive and fast, only takes an hour to get to work. The ride home is a little longer as I am not under any time constraints and ride to enjoy myself.
    I really like the aluminum frame and love the carbon forks with the Zertz inserts; they really absorb the shock and vibrations of riding. I have ridden friends Cervelo’s and a few others such as Giants and Raleigh’s and they don’t compare in comfort or handling!! That is not to say they aren’t great bikes, they are, but I like mine better!
    I can say that after 632 miles so far, that if the bike does not disintegrate the only way I would part with this is if you pry it from my cold dead hands!!
    Can you tell I like this bike?

    • AvatarAverage Joe Cyclist says

      September 26, 2011 at 10:13 pm

      Glad you also like your Sequoia, Tim! It truly is a magnificent bike – and at a fraction of the price people pay for bikes at the top end …

Trackbacks

  1. Average Joe Product Review: Specialized Sequoia Elite 2009 Road Bike | Society & Culture News says:
    February 27, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    […] Go here to read the rest: Average Joe Product Review: Specialized Sequoia Elite 2009 Road Bike […]

  2. louis vuitton epi soufflot says:
    February 3, 2014 at 11:07 pm

    louis vuitton epi soufflot…

    Gr芒ce 脿 l’ d茅clar茅 {sortes|sortes锝?types de sacs, sacs 脿 main {sacs 脿 main sont la锝?serait le plus couramment g茅n茅ralement employ茅 par femmes. Il est question pourquoi sacs 脿 main magasins sont souvent expansion en quantit茅. Maintenant, dans le cas en…

  • Garmin Edge 1030 Plus vs 830 vs 530

Welcome to Average Joe Cyclist!

Average Joe CyclistWelcome to our blog! I’m Joe Goodwill, an average cyclist, and I write a blog for people like me. People who love cycling but will probably never win any races, and who don’t necessarily look good in Lycra! I also write the Electric Bikes Blog and Average Joe's RV Living Blog. To find our most popular posts, check out our Start Here page.

Mrs Average Joe Cyclist - MaggieHi! I'm Maggie Neilson (aka Mrs. Average Joe Cyclist). Joe and I have done a lot of cycling, and we share what we have learned on this blog . We also write reviews of cycling products and trails! Get to know us better HERE.

How our Product Links Work

  • You pay EXACTLY the same price, whether you use our links or go direct to the websites.
  • Earning some commission enables us to spend more time writing posts 🙂
  • THANK YOU to all the good people who have bought through our links. Your support is sincerely appreciated.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Shop at Amazon in the USA.

Amazon USAShop at Amazon in Canada.

Amazon CanadaShop at Amazon in the UK.

Amazon UK

Search Average Joe Cyclist!

Trending – Our Top Posts Right Now!

  • 7 of the best budget indoor trainers 7 of the Best Budget Indoor Bike Trainers, 2021
  • Garmin Edge 530 vs Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt
  • 7 of the best waterproof cycling pants for men and women 7 of the Best Waterproof Cycling Pants for Men and Women, 2021
  • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 GPS Bike Computers: Full Review and Comparison of GPS Bike Computers with Navigation
  • A Guide for Fat Cyclists. I am not exactly your stereotypical cyclist with the body of a greyhound. However, I don’t let my weight stop me from cycling. This was a 15-mile cross-country ride I did with my wife. We are pushing our bikes here because we were on loose gravel A Guide for Fat Cyclists
  • Cycling is a fantastic way to lose weight. And as a bonus: if you lose weight while maintaining your power, you will become faster on your bike 5 Quick and Easy Tips to Lose Weight Cycling
  • tips for success lose weight cycling Top 10 Tips to Lose Weight Cycling
  • We simply did not evolve to sit in front of a computer all day. No wonder exercise is such a mood lifter, when we actually get out and do it. 7 Steps to Lose Weight by Cycling
  • If you keep asking your body to do more, it will grow stronger and fitter to adapt to your demands. How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan
  • Garmin Edge 530 vs 830 vs 1030 Plus Bike Computers: In-Depth Comparison, Reviews and Videos

​

Special Offer for Average Joe Cyclist Readers – Get 10% off a New Totem Pole Bike Rack!

Transport up to 6 bikes with the revolutionary new Totem Pole Bike Rack! AND get a 10% discount off the price! Just use the discount code AVERAGEJOE

Click here to claim your discount!

9 of the best road bike saddles

How Women Cyclists can prevent saddle soreness and associated issues

World's first folding electric carbon bike

Copyright © 2021 · Average Joe Cyclist, please contact us for syndication rights.