Race what ya got IMO. Especially for your first season. There is nothing wrong with the bike you have for racing crits. Is it the 100% totally optimized, ideal bike for crits? Probably not. But absolutely sufficient. It wont hold you back, unless perhaps you see yourself jumping straight into the p/1/2 races and contending podiums.
Just buy a great set of tires and sign up for a couple races, THEN start wondering about whether you need a new bike IMO.
yes, the frame rides rough, no on the resale value.
I keep track of any second hand allez sprint discs, if its priced anything less than 80% of its original value, itâll be snapped up within the week or even a day.
I wouldnt worry about the resale value of any any allez sprint discs or caad13âs as it seems like a default choice for a great entry level do anything bike. I would wholeheartedly recommend one to anyone looking for a new bike if theyâre starting to get into cycling or just want a disc brake bike in general for racing.
Disc brakes + 30 mm tire clearance + ability to swap between electronic or mechanical drivetrain = future proof option
I think thereâs a cycle to work benefit that would go wasting otherwise 
Plus, you realise youâre preaching to the completely wrong audience right 
Jokes aside - very valid point on the racing aspect.
Whoa!!! Thatâs unbelievable that whoever you work for allows that budget for bikes on the cycle to work scheme!!!
Both great bikes. Buy which ever one has the best looking paint job!
No. Iâm not having it. That kind of level-headed nonsense has no place on this or any bike forum.
Think the government just changed the limit on the bike to work schemes. The reasoning is that you should be allowed to buy ebikes and trikes, especially if you have special needs.
But yeah, imagine spending ÂŁ5k on a bike with electronic shifting, that youâll then ride mostly indoors in erg modeâŚ
âComfortâ is related to fit. Find the one that fits you best. I have an SL6 now and formerly had an Allez Sprint. I found the Allez Sprint to be more âcomfortableâ because it fit me much better. If you like to be forward and low then the Allez Sprint can be the most comfortable bike youâve ever ridden.
Something to bear in mind when youâre thinking of a bike to ride indoors most of the time is component wear. Iâm less bothered about the frame on the trainer these days, but things like alloy bars, shifters, derailleurs, cockpit and seatpost bolts all get a hard time with sweat. As does the front wheel.
With it being the cycle to work scheme, saving some of your budget and using it for a second, cheap trainer bike isnât really a viable option. However, a dedicated trainer bike with cheap components is a sensible option. You could replace the whole bike for the cost of a set of Di2 shiftersâŚ
Itâs not me buying this, hah! Wish I could spend 5k on a bike. But yeah agree, I wouldnât get an expensive bike to then put it on the turbo.
Also worthwhile looking at doing through finance rather than cycle to work as bike shop wonât tend to allow you to purchase bikes which are already discounted Merlin have the Felt Fr Di2 over 50% ÂŁ2000 + interest is a bargain.
+1 for this.
Your current bike is more than adequate to start racing crits.
Thanks for all your advice guys much appreciated.
I have gone for a Giant Propel Advanced Pro 1 Disc 2020 model. Managed to get it for ÂŁ3700 including commission so will cost me just over ÂŁ2000.
Has disc brakes, ultegra di2, deeper wheels and a power meter included. Geometry seems perfect for me.
Get the Rovals and theyâll replace them for free and youâll match your bike!
Very good choice! Enjoy the ride!