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ok, no more off topic cycle talk.......but to bast(e)rdize Lance Armstrong "It's not about the SUV" :) It's about the sport facilitated by the utilitarian traits of the vehicle....hence Sports Utility Vehicle.

I kind of accept as I get older I won't be able to flex as far forwards.....so if I can get 7-10 years out of my next frame, I'll be happy. Plus hopefully cranks and geometries, and seats will have evolved to something better. My next toys are a top of the line garmin computer (though will...

Mazda are doing the sensors, and I accept they'll probably skimp on quality, but we couldn't justify running around lining up after market stuff. The Tiguan had some great features. It can reverse parallel park itself. Amazing stuff.

From what I've heard and read, Lynskey/Litespeed have refined the technology better than anyone else and are excellent on custom geometries. They therefore use a lighter gauge tube than others afaik. Haven't compared prices recently, but I'd think the US frames would be cheaper than Aussie...

Yeah it is TBH's, but I am the chauffeur on the weekend. To be honest, my relationship with cars is purely driven by utilitarian considerations first and last. So I'd be happy in anything I don't fret about leaving out in the weather....though is nice to have comfort for longer trips. My treat...

Well the final decision was tbh's......and a silver luxury sports mazda cx-7 it is. contract signed today. delivery in mid Feb. Based on what has been said here, the Kia Sorrento should have got a look in.... TBH didn't like the shape of the Subaru Forrester (too dated and boxy) or the...

Thanks for the feedback everyone. Other criteria we considered: -the other half will be driving it most and she wants to downsize from current Nissan X-Trail. Kids are getting their own cars, so less need to carry more than 2 people most of the time. -We regularly put two road bikes in the...

We've been hunting for a mid sized SUV for a week. Have narrowed it down to a Holden Captiva, VW Tiguan, and Mazda CX-7. I am interested in anyone's opinions about these or any SUVs. My view is Pros: elevated seating postion more storage than a sedan. reasonable resale value. AWD diesel...