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Advice for first bike: new or used (specialized allez elite vs cannondale r2000)
Hi...
This will be my first real road bike purchase so, apologies if this sounds a bit silly. I'm looking to buy my first real road bike in 15 years (Im 31). I will be using it for a triathlon here in California in Sept. Afterwards I hope to integrate some touring(w/camping), but Ill never do any racing. My budget is $850 for bike + $150 for everything else. I'm looking at two bikes: 1) New Specialized allez elite 2004 triple. Can get it at my LBS for $850+tax which seems like a good price. (is there a way to stop the clicking of the derailer?) 2) A good condition used 1999 Cannondale R2000 with Ultegra, Cane Creek Crono Wheels, Reynolds Carbon Fiber Fork, 3T Prima 199 Handlebar, CP Pave ergometric seat. Asking is $800. Its from a guy at work and the bike has been taken care of, and the size is right. Here's a pictu http://us.f2.yahoofs.com/bc/409afe82...ZPOvABkWXm2Vy8 I ruled out the Giant OCR1 since it didnt seem to fit as well. Assuming both bikes fit me well, which would you go for? I think most would say go for the new bike, but I think the cannondale might be a better deal. I still have my '94 cannon MTB and I think they make good stuff; brother swears by specialized. Either way, Im going to be happy. Thanks in advance, matt |
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