used road cycles

el_oso · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 May 2008 Karma :

After giving up the retro peugeot I've decided to buy a new (used) bike. I'm a bit of a hobbit at only 171cm/5' 8", so will be looking at 53cm frame I believe.

Any recommendations on brands/models to bung into an ebay search. Not too bothered on getting something high end as it will be mostly used for commuting, but also a bit of weekend fun. Only real thing I'm looking for is a wheelset with cartridge bearings not cups/cones. I'm not against piecing components together if I can get a better deal but have a feeling that complete would be better value for money.
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map · Mr Calendar Joined: 14 Jun 2004 Karma :

Out of interest have you tried one of those places that recycles old cycles?
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drbaig · Crazy Courier Joined: 24 May 2012 Karma :

putting components together will always cost more if you are after a cheap bike. Where it is beneficial is when you go into high end bikes. It can be cheaper to build a high end bike than buying it.

all depends on what your budget is. Old carrera vanquish can be picked up for 150-180. 9 speed tiagra, carbon fork. Decent 10-10.5 kg bike.
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el_oso · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 May 2008 Karma :

UnknownStuntm... · World Chat Champion Joined: 13 Sep 2007 Karma :

Giant Defy 3, 4, 5?

There's a place near me specialising in Triathlon stuff and they sell bikes on that have been rented by Triathletes for a season. Pretty cheap way of getting a reasonable ride. Have a google for TriUK.

Seb · World Chat Champion Joined: 19 Jul 2007 Karma :

Keep an eye on local Facebook lists and the like and just be patient. Having money on hand at the right time can net you great deals.
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el_oso · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 May 2008 Karma :

got one. Found something very local to me on ebay. Specialzed Allez elite. It's a little more expensive that what I was looking to pay but still a good deal. Everything looks in good condition and has carbon forks with ally frame with tiagra groupset.

will post pictures after I've picked it up on friday.
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Previous: '05 XR125L | '96 XJ600S Diversion |'05 Suzuki GSXR1000 | '05 Honda CBR125-R | '97 YZF 600R Thundercat | '11 Honda CBR250
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