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| golance123 |
Posted on 05-07-2011 21:52
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Hey guys, i am sure that some of you have a lot of knowledge when it comes to bikes, so I thought here would be a good place to ask for advice. I am from the USA, and cycling is not a very popular sport here. However, I have really grown fond of cycling as I have watched the Tour de France on tv growing up. I have been riding a decent mountain bike for 2 years that now needs some heavy repairs. I would like to purchase a brand new road bike, because I am interested in using it to cross-train for my cross country running. I am not sure if I will be racing at all, because I do not know of any races that exist anywhere near my home (unfortunately). I am willing to spend up to 1000 American dollars on a road bike. Will you guys throw out some ideas of good brands of road bikes that I should potentially buy? Thanks in advance! |
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| Aquarius |
Posted on 05-07-2011 22:58
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There's no way I'm helping a guy whose nickname is "Lance" something. 
Go for Trek, or Specialized, something like that. They should have decent products around those prices, but if I were you I'd rather buy a second hand bike that's one or two seasons old, for that price. It's probably going to be as good as a brand new $1500-2000 one. |
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| jseadog1 |
Posted on 05-07-2011 23:00
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I am also from the USA (Pennsylvania) and am ashamed of the lack of interest in the US. I too run Cross Country and use a bike for training. I have a trek bike that I bought for $750.
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| pbenoit4 |
Posted on 05-07-2011 23:31
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Second-hand is the best way to go. You can get good name-brand stuff with good componentry that's only 2 years old or so and not much mileage on it for under $1000. I'm partial towards Cervelo, because I have one. : ) |
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| golance123 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 00:40
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Thanks for the quick responses guys! I will take your thoughts into consideration and search for some of the ideas you presented. I did find a bike for a reasonable price at about $600. Here is the link, https://www.dickss...93.4418012 I think this bike looks great appearance wise! But I am not really sure how it is performance wise...This will be my first road bike so i'm not very knowledgeable on the subject. What do you guys think? |
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| pbenoit4 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 01:03
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golance123 wrote:
Thanks for the quick responses guys! I will take your thoughts into consideration and search for some of the ideas you presented. I did find a bike for a reasonable price at about $600. Here is the link, https://www.dickss...93.4418012 I think this bike looks great appearance wise! But I am not really sure how it is performance wise...This will be my first road bike so i'm not very knowledgeable on the subject. What do you guys think?
It's pretty small, only available in 43cm and 49cm. Important that you get a bike that fits your size. You may want to hit your local bike shop and get measured to find out what bike frame size would most suit your size. |
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| jseadog1 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 01:08
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pbenoit4 wrote:
golance123 wrote:
Thanks for the quick responses guys! I will take your thoughts into consideration and search for some of the ideas you presented. I did find a bike for a reasonable price at about $600. Here is the link, https://www.dickss...93.4418012 I think this bike looks great appearance wise! But I am not really sure how it is performance wise...This will be my first road bike so i'm not very knowledgeable on the subject. What do you guys think?
It's pretty small, only available in 43cm and 49cm. Important that you get a bike that fits your size. You may want to hit your local bike shop and get measured to find out what bike frame size would most suit your size.
I agree that would really help in making a final decision.
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| golance123 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 01:16
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I'm not really sure what the sizing means... Also, because cycling is not popular around here, a local bike shop could be difficult to find haha. If it helps, I am about 5'6"-5'7" and 145 lbs. |
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| jseadog1 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 01:28
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Yea i dont think there is 1 bike shop in the state of Pennsylvania... Guys in the USA you have to order online or you get a general bike for like $75..
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| DJP19 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 01:42
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Try craigslist. I bought a Cannondale Caad 9 4 for $1200. Buying a used road bike is probably your best bet if you want to get something nice under $1000. I'm a big fan of Trek and would reccomend the Trek 1.5 or go with the Specialized Allez - they both can be bought for under $1000.
golance123 wrote:
I'm not really sure what the sizing means... Also, because cycling is not popular around here, a local bike shop could be difficult to find haha. If it helps, I am about 5'6"-5'7" and 145 lbs.
You would probably slot in at at 54 or 56cm frame. If you know your exact height and inseam than this site can be very helpful:
https://www.ebicycles.com/bicycle-tool.../road-bike
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| pbenoit4 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 01:43
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golance123 wrote:
I'm not really sure what the sizing means... Also, because cycling is not popular around here, a local bike shop could be difficult to find haha. If it helps, I am about 5'6"-5'7" and 145 lbs.
Leipheimer is about 5'7" and I think he rides a 52cm bike, but then I don't know the lengths of his legs vs. yours, or arms, or torso for that matter.
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Yea i dont think there is 1 bike shop in the state of Pennsylvania...
You must live in the middle of PA, because I'm right on the border of PA in Delaware, and they are all over the place. : ) |
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| jseadog1 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 02:24
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Nice.. haha I live in Central PA near State College.... Yeah there isnt,.. there should be because the Tour de Toona is going on tomorrow past my house
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| golance123 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 02:43
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Thanks for the input again guys. DJP I tried that link and got a result of 52 cm. Thanks for that! I'm going to do some searching now and post back when I have another question (that's pretty much a guarantee  ) |
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| oldkiss888 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 03:30
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| jseadog1 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 03:34
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What is that?
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| valverde321 |
Posted on 06-07-2011 03:35
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Lol its a spambot 
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Posted on 06-07-2011 03:38
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valverde321 wrote:
Lol its a spambot
Thought so... But i saw to the left that he is the newest member.
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| DJP19 |
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golance123 wrote:
Thanks for the input again guys. DJP I tried that link and got a result of 52 cm. Thanks for that! I'm going to do some searching now and post back when I have another question (that's pretty much a guarantee )
I spent about a month researching and can answer pretty much anything in terms of good prices, parts etc. |
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| golance123 |
Posted on 10-07-2011 04:01
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Hey guys, thanks for all the help with answering my questions. I found a local bike shop I did not even know existed! I'm most likely going to purchase a brand new Trek 1.5 for under $1,000! |
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| jseadog1 |
Posted on 10-07-2011 04:04
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Nice!
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