Stephen:to some extent I think Pinarello bikes are bit overrated. They have built their niche in the market place as the one of the best. I believe they make very good stuff. However, they are a bit overpriced. As far as your choice, I think it depends on your type of riding,(pro-race or recreational) I think you would better if you get the P3 for recreational riding with some racing. I am a heavy guy (185) and I just don’t see where 2 pounds of weight can make that much difference. Good luck Mike Di Feo

give me a price on a 48 frame for women with Dura ACe, i am ready to buy my wife a bike

I really don’t know what is all the fuss about a Pinarello bike, to me they are an ugly looking bike with all the funny bends and curves that don’t do anything for the rider’s performance, it just looks like something’s gone wrong with the frame, I honestly would not have one, ugly..ugly..

This fall I upgraded my 10 year old Pinarello for a FP4:13 with 10 sp. Chorus. This is the best riding bike I’ve ever been on. Same carbon fiber as FP3. Buy it you’ll love it. A great bike at a fair price!!

Is it possible to get a Road bike, preferably aluminum, with 15 to 21 gears for under $500.00? I am 78, and probably will be riding for only the next 5 years. I am in pretty good shape (I am an active volunteer firefighter). I weigh 150 lbs. and am 5′ 5″ tall. My instep is about 31″. I would appreciate any suggestions.

SamuelThe Pinarello FP3 is a superb high end road bike, as are any of tis equivalents in te market. How could anyone go wrong with a Pinarello, Colnago, Cervelo, Ridley, Time, Look et. al? The hardest part is choosing which one?I would be an ecstatic, very proud owner of any of them.RegardsTom Schymitzek

I agree that they are somewhat overrate for the money, but ugly? Never. I rode these & Orbeas & Scotts & Bianchis (there is a ugly frame, what happened to Bianchi’s designers?They used to be the most beautiful bikes.) I decided to go with a used 2007 Specialized S-Works Roubaix, and I would recommend that Stephen check eBay as well as LBS and Craig’s List.

While I do not own a FP3 I do have some experience with Pinarello. The FP3 is a 30K HM carbon with a 12K wrap. This is similar to the F4:13. The difference is the outer wrap which is 3K. The F4:13 is a buttery smooth very compliant ride. Medium stiffness for a upper end bike. I think they sacrificed some acceleration for comfort. Since the FP3 will have the same layup as the Prince my guess is that will add some stiffness to the frame. Primarily because of the shape and size of both the headtube and downtube and the oversized BB. The frame should be very responsive, comfortable and a overall great ride. As for the looks. Well that is purely subjective. The curves allow a increase in wheelbase without long stretches of the fork and seat stays. The longer wheelbase improves the ride profile and the curves keep the front end angle optimum for handling. As long as you don’t test ride a Prince you won’t miss it.

I was wondering where the FP 3 frame was manufactured. Pinarello’s choice of using Dura Ace components has made me look deeply into getting this bike. Is the FP 3 made is asia? If it is, are there any Pinarello models such as the FP 5 or FP 6 that are homegrown?

Read this about where all the big name bikes are produced. You will beshocked. Anyway I have just bough the FP3. Its a beautiful bike. Im a 100kg guy and its stiff enough. Good looks ( how anyone can say is ugly must be blind). Buy it you will love it. check this out http://allanti.com/page.cfm?PageID=328

Read this about where all the big name bikes are produced. You will beshocked. Anyway I have just bough the FP3. Its a beautiful bike. Im a 100kg guy and its stiff enough. Good looks ( how anyone can say is ugly must be blind). Buy it you will love it. The FP3 is made in Asia along with the other Pinarello frames. Still a great bike. 95% of all carbon frames come out of Asia and built in their own countries.

geachte lezer ik zou graag iets meer willen weten over de geometri en maten van de pinarello fp3.mijn huidige fiets is een cannodale caad3,en ik heb hier altijd fijn mee gereden .daarom wil met deze gegevens ,een vergelijking maken .b.v.dank gr Bart

I’m interested in fp3. Uncertain about frame size. I’m 50y/o, am 70″ tall with 31.25″ inseam, 170 lb, and ride a 56 cm Basso steel frame. Would 55 or 56 cm carbon frame mostly likely be a good fit?Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Hi guys,i am currently riding 09 TCR advance with Ultegra SL group and i find this good but cant keep my eye off Pinnarello FP3 with 11 speed Chorus,only thing is i keep hearing that the frames are cracking,has anyone had any problems?

gp.I got the 55 cm. The geometry is a little different. I used to have a 56 cm Bianchi. I am 5′-10″ – 158 lb and this bike flies when you go down hill.Frame is Italian, but the Most items (Handle, Stem, seat, post, etc.) used in this bike are made in Hon Kong or Taiwan.Ae

I recently purchased a Centaur 10v equipped FP3. I upgraded the wheels to Campag Zonda’s, and the seat to the Most XLR (a Selle Italia SLR). With two (2) aluminum Elite bottle gages and Keo Classic pedals the complete bike weighed in at 8.3kg (18.3 lbs). It’s not super light, but the finish, looks, and handling more than compensate IMHO. The only downside is the limited component choices. Sold only as a complete bike, I couldn’t get one equipped with Chorus 11-spd. Even at the Treviso factory they wouldn’t budge. However, I found the 2009 Centaur groupset to be excellent with superb braking. I’m sure the Dura Ace rocks as well. I find the bike to be stiff and responsive while still being comfortable on long rides (80-100km). Go ahead…pull the pin!

Hi all I really dont know which bike to get. I’m treating myself to a road bike finally. I have looked long and hard have two possible deals on the tableboth bikes are very simular spec. both fitted with Ultegra throughout. Both are at a great price and new. So which one SPECIALIZED ROUBAIX or FP3 PINARELLO can any off any help thank you

Modo,
Always go for the exotic.
If riding in the states Pinarello; in Europe – Specialized.
The FP3 is my Italian “souvenir” to bring home, but here in Northern Italy the Italian riders love Specialized and Trek.
For me aesthetics was a big factor. There are lots of great performing bikes in this price range, but I wanted a bike that would get my adrenalin up just looking at it – mission accomplished with the Pinarello
Happy hunting and ride safe.

We were fortunate enough to live in Italy for a couple of years. While there last year purchased the FP3 with Centaur components at the Pinarello factory shop in Treviso. The FP3 is worth every penny. You will not notice a great difference from the Prince. The FP3 is amazingly quick while being extremely comfortable, Is it worth the money? Not even a moment of doubt – yes. Buy a Corolla, used. But get the Pinarello.

Absolutely concur with Gary’s comments. With 1,000 km on my FP3 I enjoy it more and more. Quick, comfortable, and great handling, all at a reasonable price point – what could be better? As far as Colin’s comment about frames cracking, I have not heard of any problems with the FP3 frame. Carbon fiber has unique properties and is not as forgiving as steel. Failure is often the result of abuse or neglect and is usually catastrophic, unlike aluminum or steel. However with reasonable care and a little luck a CF frame could outlast its rider. The fatigue strength of CF is off the charts. Pinarello has a long relationship with Torayca who makes their CF frames. Torayca is arguably the best CF producer in the world. When I asked Fausto Pinarello why his frame production remains in Japan he said Torayca insists Pinarello keeps frame production in Japan to maintain the highest standard of quality control. After production, the Torayca frames are measured and gauged again at the Pinarello factory to ensure perfection. afterward they are painstakingly finished in the Pinarello paint shop and the result IMHO is beautiful.

Ive ridden my FP3 DuraAce for ~500Miles (long enough to shake it down and form an opinion).

Pros:
Light, not too stiff (read “comfortable”), tight (everything works as it is supposed to. Inspiring to climb with but average in the flats. I like the looks. It gets high marks for motivation. Because its a Pinarello I cant just slog along with other riders. They expect more from an old man on a Pinarello so it inspires me to push a bit harder than I probably would otherwise (yes, after 2 marriages I still have some ego intact).

Cons:
The wheelset on the bike is ok but most people purchasing a bike like this will swap the wheelset for something a little lighter and more performance oriented. Given this is such a strong climbing bike it seems odd they skimped here.

As to the question of value for the money I am very happy and would purchase this bike again if I had it to do all over again.

Happy Riding!

I am looking for a new road bike and am seriously considering the FP3, I love its looks, I am not into “boring” looking bikes the more funky they are the better. I am currently riding an entry level specialized allez and what to upgrade to a lighter and better performing bike.
Are these bikes okay for a female, I have very long legs inseam 32-33 and a shorter torso. My husband was told that it has a long cockpit and that is a concern for me as I can suffer from lower back problems if the reach is to great.
I have never ridden a higher performance bike and am wondering if I might not like the “feel” of this bike.
I am also considering a Trek.
Any comments would be helpful. Thanks, and happy cycling.

Ann,
Proper fit is important and a personal thing, but with Pinarello making the FP3 in 14 sizes including 4 specifically for women you should be able to find a good fit. This is more variety than you’ll find in many competitor’s models and demonstrates Pinarello’s commitment to the FP3.
I love my FP3 with Centaur though I never rode the stock Chall wheels. I upgraded the wheels to Campagnolo Zondas (love ‘em).
Happy hunting and good luck.

I bought my 2009 Pinarello FP3 with Campy Centaur this past August 21st. Since then I have put about 500 miles on it and every new mile just feels better and better. I’m 69 inches tall with a 32 inch inseam and bought the RED 51.5 (is there any other color?) which comes standard with the 110mm stem. Prior to my FP3 I was riding a 2007 Specialized Allez Expert Triple size 54 with full Ultegra which is also a very nice bike.

But the Pinarello is a Lamborghini compared to the Allez which is more of a Mustang. You can go test ride the Prince and then test the FP3 and I guarantee you that unless you’re a Pro Peloton cyclist you will not notice the difference. It is just one sweet ride. I actually miss it when I’m not riding it and away on business and I find myself just staring at it when I’m home. IT WILL TURN HEADS!! So if you don’t like the “bling” factor don’t buy it! Happy cycling!