Tommaso La Forma
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Tommaso La Forma. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
6 reasons to buy
- Most owners consider the La Forma good value for money.
- The mixed Shimano 3x9-speed drivetrain shifts smoothly, according to owners.
- Multiple riders praise the “beautiful” looks.
- The La Forma is lightweight for this price point.
- The frame has mounts for a rear rack.
- Buyers appreciate the inclusion of a carbon fork at this price.
10 reasons not to buy
- Most owners recommend changing the tires and saddle.
- Buyers advise paying for professional assembly. This is also a requirement of the frame warranty.
- An owner reports a cracked bottom bracket after “18 months of light use.”
- The nuts and bolts are “soft” and get damaged easily, according to one buyer.
- An owner complains about the “noisy” bottom bracket from the first ride.
- On the XXS frame, the bottle-cage bolts block the seatpost from being lowered fully.
- One buyer receives a bike with a “warped” rim and “busted” spoke.
- Tommaso says the M frame suits 5'7"—5'10". Having spent $100 on professional assembly, a 5'9" buyer finds the bike is too small.
- The XXS frame is rated for 4’9” to 5’1 but has a 26.4” standover height. A 5’ owner finds it difficult to mount.
- The La Forma doesn’t come with assembly instructions, and the user manual is generic.
Bottom line
Tommaso's La Forma is a budget-friendly hybrid with an aluminum frame, carbon fork, and 3x9-speed gearing. It has the same frameset as the brand's Monza road bike. The La Forma's looks, "smooth" shifting, and low weight impress owners, who appreciate the inclusion of a carbon fork at this price. However, complaints abound, with buyers reporting bottom-bracket issues, defective wheelsets, and XXS and M frames that don't fit. Likewise, it's agreed that the stock tires and tubes require immediate upgrading, and professional assembly is necessary. Most owners deem the Tommaso La Forma "good value," but options like the Specialized Sirrus X and Cannondale Quick offer brand-name reliability at a similar price.Expert Reviews
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