2006-12-22 16:04:43 · 10 answers · asked by Diamondviper 2 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Well, I see that the answer of the above "bike wrench" (I thought that was a derogatory term!) is very good advice for sure.
What I have to add is that there are many used bikes out there.
I mean slightly used. You see, many people upgrade, or have a baby, or something or other happens which causes the person to sell a slightly used high-quality bike for cheap. (That's how I got mine, a $1300 bike new-(0 miles) for $800 (the guy had a mortgage to pay)).
I found mine on www.craigslist.com
Craigslist is a free classifieds site.
Once you are familiar with what components and frame etc you want, you also need to know what size bike you will need (go get fitted professionally).
Then you can start searching for your bicycle.
Another option is Ebay, if you like bidding.
2006-12-22 18:08:27 · answer #1 · answered by Double Century Dude 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not alot I'm afraid. And no-one really answered your question. You can get a Trek 1000 for around $700+. An ok entry level bike. The Fuji Finest 4.0 for around $400. Ok,but not as good as the Trek. And Tommaso makes a entry level road bike for around $400. Not sure if it's still available though. They have an online store. And I think Giant may have one available in your price range. Hope this helps.
2006-12-24 06:53:16 · answer #2 · answered by Vinegar Taster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A slightly used bike could mean a slightly misused bike. If you want a "named" bike to lean against a pole while you drink latte go that way. There are plenty of good no name brands coming out of the same factories in Tiawan. Should be able to get shimano 105 components or better with carbon forks alloy frame for around that money. If you look
2006-12-23 12:10:00 · answer #3 · answered by Glenn B 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The best answer is the bike you feel most comfortable on thats under the price range. comfort will help you relax and perform better on your machine.
If you find something that is much more confortable for more $$, you can always try out and fit yourself on a new bike, then go to craigslist.org to find a used one.
2006-12-23 01:12:55 · answer #4 · answered by borracho111 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The honest answer is at that price point they are all pretty much the same go for the best frame and the components you dislike least, then upgrade as you go. Pretty much any of the name brands are a safe bet, hit all their web sites and compare, become an informed consumer before you buy then test ride as many as you can. also look at last years models closeouts a good value, you tend to get more for your $$$$$$$.
2006-12-22 16:23:43 · answer #5 · answered by Bird 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
A slightly used bike could be your best bet as mentioned earlier...as long as you know what components you need, it shouldn't be too difficult.
One brand that gets a lot of good pub up here in the great white (near) north is Surly.............they now offer a complete bike for $999.........I've ridden one and enjoyed it completely....
2006-12-22 21:15:27 · answer #6 · answered by M V 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
bypass to the community motorcycle shops and get geared up. Having the suited length motorcycle is amazingly substantial while paying for a street motorcycle. inspect substantial, Fuji, terrific, Trek, Raleigh, Jamis, and a few others. all of them would have a motorbike in that funds.
2016-10-18 21:47:11 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try roadbikereview.com
here's a sample search
http://www.roadbikereview.com/ASRcrx.aspx?CategoryID=5668&PriceMin=1&PriceMax=1000&MinNumReviews=1&MinRating=4&Index=0&SortField=1&SortFieldOrder=1
2006-12-23 05:54:57 · answer #8 · answered by scott.braden 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just get "Merida 300". It's very cheap and very good perfomance.
2014-10-25 11:56:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I think Cannondales are a great value.
2006-12-23 14:14:26 · answer #10 · answered by mrfoamy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋