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Beginner's racer

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  • 24-06-2007 2:49pm
    #1
    BlackIguana
    Closed Accounts Posts: 43 ✭


    I'm doing my first triathlon (in athlone in 3 weeks!) so I'm looking to buy an 'entry level' bike....

    I've done my research on the net & I'm thinking of buying the following bike - 2nd hand from gumtree. I'm meeting the fella to have a look at the bike.

    Good deal?

    I guess I have two questions...

    1) Price - I think it's toppy. It was around 300 quid new from my research. I reckon around 150 - 200 would be a fairer price... (Sterling prices - I'm based in London)

    2) Have you got any tips for what I should do to avoid buying a lemon? Eg - what faults to look out for, questions to ask etc. I've never bought a 'proper' bike before.

    Thanks - I really appreciate any advice.


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    #2
    aodhu
    Registered Users Posts: 143 ✭✭aodhu


    The first question to get out of the way is, Is it the right size, it's a 58cm frame.

    have you checked to see if this is right for you?


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    #3
    BlackIguana
    Closed Accounts Posts: 43 ✭BlackIguana


    Good question.

    I've just been fitted in a shop (wanted to make sure size was ok) and they put me on a 61" frame. I'm 6 ft 3 inches.

    So this bike is out after all that.

    Thanks anyhow.


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