http://sweat365.com/forum/ Forums Topic: Dilemma - Used Road bike en Fri, 24 May 2013 02:20:18 +0000 http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/618#post-2779 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:26:42 +0000 Moe's 2779@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I work at a local bike shop, and we have been told to expect a 10-15% increase in prices for 2009. So, I wouldn't be to hopeful to find a newer cheaper bike. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/618#post-2657 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:59:46 +0000 chapman5410 2657@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I think it is an alright deal that is about what those bike go on ebay for. Just make sure the frame is in good condition, no crack in the carbon or anything. I would take it to a bike shop as kind of a third party inspection. The thing about buying used is that you can usually chew the price down a little. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/618#post-2647 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:52:20 +0000 alextrihard 2647@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Hi all,</p> <p>I'm planning on doing my first Tri in May and haven't yet got around to buying a road bike. I was waiting to see if the bikes dropped in price in the new year.</p> <p>I had planned to spend around £700 on a new WSD off the shelf Trek. However a guy who lives locally is selling his daughters 'Trek Madone 5.9 OCLV Carbon'. It is a 2005 ex. british triathlon team bike and has been regularly serviced so is in immaculate condition, 52cm size frame. It is a bike of very good standard and he is looking for £800.</p> <p>I have tried out a couple of Trek bikes and I know that 51 -52 cm fits me well.</p> <p>My questions to you are:<br /> Is this a good deal?</p> <p>What kind of questions would I need to ask him to find out if it's suitable?</p> <p>He seems an honest chap but still, £800 is quite a lot to blow on a second hand bike. </p>