Looking for a Starter Road Bike

[Phresh]

I'm not sure what size I'm looking for, but I'm 5'9" with a 30" inseam. I'd like to stay under $500 but could go higher depending on how much crap I want to take from my wife. ;D

Anybody have something out there which might fit the bill? I'm in the Seacoast area of NH.

Thanks,

Matthew

[lee]

I've got a 54cm cannondale cross bike that is as new... looking to get a little more than 500 as the bike has less than 100 miles, but it might fit the bill... should be a decent size for you as well, i've got a post in the classifieds if you want to take a look, or i can forward photos as well... might be a good start though, more relaxed than a racing bike... anyways, just thought i'd throw it out there..

lee
leeroyfuller@yahoo.com


trying to sell off some bike so i can grab a wojcik...

[Phresh]

hmm, I've had other suggest getting a Cross bike too. What are the advantagtes? I'm guessing it is cost and sturdiness at the expense of being super light weight?

Thanks,

Matthew

[Mt.A TODD]

Hey Phresh, Can't remember what size my Klein is, but I'm 5'7 with a 30" inseam. The stem might be a little short for you, but the bike is mint. The picture doesn't show my wheel upgrades, it has brand new silver Mavic ksyrium ssc sl's. I could meet you somewhere in Portsmouth if you want like to check it out. I'd like to get $800. for the bike, which may be more than you like to spend, buts it's still cheaper than wheelset alone. Its a good deal!

todd@mtanemba.org

[MMcG]

Matthew - if the bikes offered here don't pan out - keep scanning craigslist.org for possible road bike gems.

I would think you'd want a frame that is about 52cm (center of bottom bracket to center of top tube/seat tube junction) or for many brands that would be a 54cm center of bb to top ot top tube measurement.

I'm your same size and I'd ride a 53cm LeMond, a 54cm in a Trek, a 54cm in a Specialized.

I landed a super mint Serotta Colorado LT via craigslist for $600.00 - beautiful lugged steel frame and fork with a full Dura Ace group on it. So great bikes can be found out there!

Good luck!

Mark