be aware: almost all shops have a relationship with just ONE brand. Nothing wrong with Specialized bikes, but go to several shops and test ride Giants, Cannondale, trek etc before you buy. They all have entry level road frames and can have different dimensions. LBS are great but don’t buy the first thing a salesman gives you.
Dude you are so on point with this topic, I have two custom built Allez Sprint bikes and I saved so much money going this direction. My local bike shop are some true life savers when I need sales and Assistance or maintenance. This Allez Sprint frame is a true carbon killer.
All bicycle shops aren't the same and a lot of them are chain stores with kids that leave your crank loose rather than space it correctly and torque it correctly. It's really tough to find a decent mechanic. But if you can look at products first it's worth going. Especially for things like seats and handlebars.
A connection to a local bike shop is key. Landed me a summer job while I was in school and provided loads of knowledge. However, there are lots of crappy shops. You have to shop around and personally I like to avoid Specialized and Trek shops. They tend to force you into buying all their proprietary parts usually costing a bit more.
Also, you might want to mention if your lbs has a team and you join it, like I did. You might gain access to year round discounts at that shop to support your long term cycling journey. That's what I did 6 years ago.
Great point. I joined a team that was affiliated with this bike shop 4 years ago. Although I specifically asked them to treat me as a new customer for this exercise, meaning list price! Cameron
Awesome video. Can totally relate to this subject as I just went through that exact scenario. In fact the bike I purchased was the specialized allez Sprint versus my more expensive carbon fiber Trek domane disc. I have already started upgrading with deep Carbon wheels and Aero bars and will be upgrading small things such as brakes, but the bike is truly mine, even though in the end it will cost about the same. Your video was very spot-on and well put. Keep up the good work!
Completely agree. I bought at my local bike shop and they chopped my seat post for me there & then. Had I bought online I would have needed to buy or borrow a saw.
Value-added Services is a big deal. A decent saddle can set you back $200. Incorrectly sizing your saddle can lead to needing replacement. Frame fit, crank length which usually is too long for the person, correct with handlebar width and stem fitting. One thing I see people doing is chopping their Fork tube and slamming the stem day one. Best to know your fit, let it be a little too high at first if unsure and chop it later. You may find the comfort worth the extra 10 millimeters. Once you cut your fork, it's cut.
My experience differs from yours! I bought an Alloy Bike. Similar spec. What happened? At 45kmh, it would get up a speed wobble! Like clockwork. Up on Lake Mountain one day, 2 giant riders exclaimed: "We thought you were going to die!" Same thing occurred at Mt Hotham. My LBS response? Get Dtuffed! Not interested. I will never go in there again. That bike is still in my shed. I refuse to sell it. It is unsafe for anyone at any time. Unlike H Cycles - where I was sold it - I have a moral core!
i have the unfortunate situation that my "small" city does not have a single good bike shop. i bought a simple bike to help me lose weight (and i got to my goal weight!) last year and they sold me the wrong size just because it was the size they had, i had horrible support and they wanted to make money with overpriced crap repairing the bike i bought with them (with my luck i bought a bike with a defective rear hub). and the "best" bike shop here actually repairs your bike but they are really small and specialized into mountain biking. I went this vacation to my parents house and decided to look at some bikes while there, and i was surprised by the support in every bike shop i went, they lent me an allez to ride with them for free and they organize group rides every week with van support if you need, i didn't buy a bike just because they didn't have my size and there was not enough time to order one. at least now i know a loooot more about bikes. still crap at repairing it.
Thanks for the comment Jonathan. Appreciate it. Some experienced cyclists - like me - prefer to have the relationship with the local bike shop than slightly better components. Yes, I could have bought Ultegra online but my relationship with the LBS gets tarnished and I'd rather know I can take the bike back locally if I have any issues, knowing I'll get well looked after. I am conscious this is not as important to all, but hopefully some buyers see the value in service over slightly better components. Plus, 105 is pretty good these days!
I actually bought the parts for my bike online through my local bike shop. I ended up paying about 300 dollars less for my bike and I built a monster of a bike, and built a relationship with my bike shop.
I like your attitude towards the relationship with your LBS, but as an experienced rider such as you claim youself to be, you should have known better than not checking the geometry before buying...Allez Sprint is one of the most aggresive bikes I've seen or ridden.
Thanks Mark, yes you make a fair point. Genetics got the better of me there! My attention to detail has always been at the lower end. However, the change in stem did the trick! Appreciate the comment and watching the vid! Cameron
BIKE CHASER no custom paint job but I'm the only one with the limited cameleon purple paint here in Switzerland. Custom build with 1x11/carbon clincher/powermeter/ceramicspeed. only ride it when the weather is nice
James, I saw your message this morning before I went and raced at the local criterium! You had me worried for most of the race. The forks seem to be going strong though. Cameron
Hey James, Good looking out- however, the recall doesn't apply to the Sprint. Just the other allez (non-spint)base, sport and elite models. Might be because the Sprint uses the Tarmac SL5 s-works fork, and the others use a newly designed fork.
I got my frame with 35% discount on line, got my components with 35-50% discount on line. Paid my LBS $150 to assemble everything and got light tuning twice for free cos it was included in assembling price. I saved over 1k and didn't pay another 8.75% tax on top of everything. Sorry but I don't think my good relations with LBS owner worth $1300-1500.
Thanks for the comment Xardas - if you were buying a road bike for the first or second time though i.e. you're not overly familiar with the sport and bikes/components/accessories etc, would your perspectives be different? Cameron
Few weeks of research should be enough to understand what you need. I actually never had a road bike before but was riding trail and downhill MTB's for 15 years. My road experience was limited to very inexpensive commuters. I am not racing, 80-90% of my rides are on flats. My choice was obvious. Enduro CF road bike frame for relative comfort and 105 for reliability and reasonable price. I was considering Ultegra but it is way above my needs. I simply can't utilize Ultegra full potential. When you buy components separately online prices are not crazy different between Tiagra, 105, Ultegra comparing to buying a full bike with better components. Same bike frame with Ultegra could cost 1200-1500 more then 105. Considering that Ultegra groupset price is just 200-250 more then 105 it is simple rip off. Usually more expensive bikes have a bit better wheels and saddle but not better enough to justify 1500 price difference.
It's just hard to justify a local shop when direct to consumer is such good value for money This is an alloy bike for ~$3000, when there are carbon options for that price
Thanks for the comment J.W. - I agree with you if we focus on the bike. The peripheral elements I would debate though. Service, convenience, support, and a relationship that will support people riding for the first time, in particular. These are important factors buyers tend to neglect. Riding a high quality carbon fibre frame (Specialised S-Works) for the past 5 years to an alloy frame, I could also debate the hype that surrounds carbon fibre. Especially for an entry level rider or someone who's not racing competitively. Yes, carbon is lighter, but only marginally more comfortable. Especially when you compare alloy to the lower end carbon frames. If you have further thoughts I would love to hear them. Cameron
I got a carbon bike at a LBS for 2k. It’s about timing (new models coming out) and relationships. Most shops make little money on the actual sell of the bikes (so I’ve been told) and hope they’ll form a relationship and get your business for repairs and accessories.
galifinaki same here. I have a full carbon aero bike with full ultegra which was $850 because a local shop was trying to clear out stock. Replaced the wheels and built it up, entire build came out to roughly $1500.
I just bought a new road bike, and those cost vs price points.. Nr. 1 My old bike is crap, and can't really sell it for anything, and rather have it for backup anyway. Also, sell your other bike, so you only have 1 bike? What?! Nr. 2 I've done my research and knew what I wanted, so didn't need custom parts. Nr. 3 I've worked on my own bikes for years, so any tweeks or changes I can do myself. Nr. 4 I still get warrenty when buying online. Store may not be close by, but it's still there. Nr. 5 there's tons and tons of forums and videos if you ever have any question.
Hi Bacon From Hell, you make great points, and for someone with your level of experience who likes to get their hands dirty tackling a purchase solo for around $3,000 would make sense. Although if someone was buying a road bike for the first time the support they can obtain from a local bike shop should be an asset that gets them riding more often. Cameron
Sure, but if someone was buying a roadbike for the first time, I wouldn't advice them to spend 3 grand on a bike. Maybe a third of that. Also, saying not to look for discount seems like a bad idea. Obviously, you shouldn't JUST look for the biggest discount, but after you've found out what you want, a discount can make a huge difference. It can mean the difference between a good bike, and a fantastic bike. Once I knew what I wanted, I started looking around and got myself a giant defy advanced pro 2. So that's a full carbon frame, fork, seatpost and 30mm carbon wheelset along with 105 drivetrain. All for just over $2200, because I took my time, looking for that discount.
Thanks for sharing. Sounds like you did lots of research upfront too. Well played. I agree, nothing wrong with looking for discounts, provided you know what you're after, and where you're buying it from will support your needs. I know some buyers that haven't been into road cycling for long will just focus on price, not putting too much thought into the type of bike that's best suited first! Nor the support they may need post purchase. Cameron
I think when you spend alot of cash, you should do at least some reseach beforehand. On another note, my new bike comes set up tubeless, and I saw your video on tubeless tires. I've never tried tubeless before, but I'm getting my share of punctures, and hope that it will help. Are you still happy riding tubeless? When I look around, there's very mixed opinions on them, but if the sealant does work, which I hope it will, I was just wondering if it might be worth it getting some tires that have less puncture resistance but also less rolling resistance. So you end up going faster, but still not getting, or at least not noticing the punctures, cause of the sealant. Do you have any thoughts on that?
I would watch this: ruclips.net/video/nErLIraDBwI/видео.html that will give you a good lens. Tubeless are good for city riding and sealed roads. If you're around harsh road conditions I would stay with clinchers. At the end of the day you can always put a tube in a tubeless tyre. The only consideration is the tyre is often tougher to get over the rim. So if the sealant doesn't work for any reason, you can still carry a spare tube and put it in (assuming you've got strong fingers to get the rubber over the rim!).
Interesting perspectives @spyderspic666 - I would have thought US based retailers would lead from the front with customer service. @mububban23 - I agree with you, there are some average stores out there when it comes to the customer experience, however get a good one and it's a huge value add. Cameron
BIKE CHASER Nope, all they care about is making a sale. Sure some places have good customer service but nothing like what the man in the video is describing.
Enjoying your site but starting to feel you are Speacialized brand biased and hooked up with a bike shop that sells that brand, anyway love your ground level opinion and keep it up get some other brands tested
Was the "twist" that you didn't ever talk about "Best Road Bikes under $3000?" I thought this would be a list of bikes with comparisons of each and why they are "the best." I agree with many of the comments that it's cheaper to go online and do the work yourself. With the money saved, you can obtain tools and a work stand to boot.
The twist is, get a relationship with your local bike shop. We educate 1st, 2nd and 3rd-time bike buyers on our platform. Not all people that ride bikes have the same knowledge as you.
Thanks for the comment Marcos. Can you provide some context into your comment? I'd love to hear an example of a good road bike for $300? We could run a story on it. Cameron
BIKE CHASER Of course. Used bikes can be so much cheaper than a new, store bought one. They just need a lil love and care and they ride like new at a fraction of the cost. Great way to save money in such an expensive sport. Here's a story idea: search the web for a used bike in good condition for 300 bucks. Spiff it up. Document your experience and share it. Cycling can be affordable. Get the word out so it can be more inclusive.
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be aware: almost all shops have a relationship with just ONE brand. Nothing wrong with Specialized bikes, but go to several shops and test ride Giants, Cannondale, trek etc before you buy. They all have entry level road frames and can have different dimensions. LBS are great but don’t buy the first thing a salesman gives you.
Thanks for the comment Galifinaki. You make good points. Cameron
Dude you are so on point with this topic, I have two custom built Allez Sprint bikes and I saved so much money going this direction. My local bike shop are some true life savers when I need sales and Assistance or maintenance. This Allez Sprint frame is a true carbon killer.
Thanks for the comment and sharing your experiences 69pslim. Much appreciated. Cameron
All bicycle shops aren't the same and a lot of them are chain stores with kids that leave your crank loose rather than space it correctly and torque it correctly.
It's really tough to find a decent mechanic. But if you can look at products first it's worth going. Especially for things like seats and handlebars.
A connection to a local bike shop is key. Landed me a summer job while I was in school and provided loads of knowledge. However, there are lots of crappy shops. You have to shop around and personally I like to avoid Specialized and Trek shops. They tend to force you into buying all their proprietary parts usually costing a bit more.
That colorway is so sick! 💯💯
Also, you might want to mention if your lbs has a team and you join it, like I did. You might gain access to year round discounts at that shop to support your long term cycling journey. That's what I did 6 years ago.
Great point. I joined a team that was affiliated with this bike shop 4 years ago. Although I specifically asked them to treat me as a new customer for this exercise, meaning list price! Cameron
BIKE CHASER solid! Loved the video and liked the build you made. Very rad fork & decals. I have 5 bikes and could relate a lot to your video. 👍👍
Thanks man
Awesome video. Can totally relate to this subject as I just went through that exact scenario. In fact the bike I purchased was the specialized allez Sprint versus my more expensive carbon fiber Trek domane disc. I have already started upgrading with deep Carbon wheels and Aero bars and will be upgrading small things such as brakes, but the bike is truly mine, even though in the end it will cost about the same. Your video was very spot-on and well put. Keep up the good work!
Hi Bradley, thanks for making a comment and sharing your own personal experiences. Enjoy the Allez! Cameron
Completely agree. I bought at my local bike shop and they chopped my seat post for me there & then. Had I bought online I would have needed to buy or borrow a saw.
Thanks for the comment and sharing your experiences kierenkd. That's the exact type of scenario I am talking about! Cameron
Value-added Services is a big deal. A decent saddle can set you back $200. Incorrectly sizing your saddle can lead to needing replacement. Frame fit, crank length which usually is too long for the person, correct with handlebar width and stem fitting. One thing I see people doing is chopping their Fork tube and slamming the stem day one. Best to know your fit, let it be a little too high at first if unsure and chop it later. You may find the comfort worth the extra 10 millimeters. Once you cut your fork, it's cut.
My experience differs from yours! I bought an Alloy Bike. Similar spec. What happened? At 45kmh, it would get up a speed wobble! Like clockwork. Up on Lake Mountain one day, 2 giant riders exclaimed: "We thought you were going to die!" Same thing occurred at Mt Hotham. My LBS response? Get Dtuffed! Not interested. I will never go in there again. That bike is still in my shed. I refuse to sell it. It is unsafe for anyone at any time. Unlike H Cycles - where I was sold it - I have a moral core!
Thanks for the comment Frank and sorry to hear about your experiences there. Cam
What is the best bike for 1k?
Awesome video 👌
i have the unfortunate situation that my "small" city does not have a single good bike shop. i bought a simple bike to help me lose weight (and i got to my goal weight!) last year and they sold me the wrong size just because it was the size they had, i had horrible support and they wanted to make money with overpriced crap repairing the bike i bought with them (with my luck i bought a bike with a defective rear hub). and the "best" bike shop here actually repairs your bike but they are really small and specialized into mountain biking.
I went this vacation to my parents house and decided to look at some bikes while there, and i was surprised by the support in every bike shop i went, they lent me an allez to ride with them for free and they organize group rides every week with van support if you need, i didn't buy a bike just because they didn't have my size and there was not enough time to order one.
at least now i know a loooot more about bikes. still crap at repairing it.
You can get an Allez in the US for $1800. They don’t come in carbon?? They do come with DT 460 wheelset they retails over $400.
If you're an experienced cyclist, you don't need a LBS' services. You could have gotten ultegra if you got components online. I love the frame!
Thanks for the comment Jonathan. Appreciate it. Some experienced cyclists - like me - prefer to have the relationship with the local bike shop than slightly better components. Yes, I could have bought Ultegra online but my relationship with the LBS gets tarnished and I'd rather know I can take the bike back locally if I have any issues, knowing I'll get well looked after. I am conscious this is not as important to all, but hopefully some buyers see the value in service over slightly better components. Plus, 105 is pretty good these days!
BIKE CHASER true, good point. And, good video for beginners for sure.
Thanks Jonathan.
Jonathan Wait I'll take ultegra 6 beers and me wrenching myself
I actually bought the parts for my bike online through my local bike shop. I ended up paying about 300 dollars less for my bike and I built a monster of a bike, and built a relationship with my bike shop.
Wen i buy road bike 3k buget how ?
I like your attitude towards the relationship with your LBS, but as an experienced rider such as you claim youself to be, you should have known better than not checking the geometry before buying...Allez Sprint is one of the most aggresive bikes I've seen or ridden.
Thanks Mark, yes you make a fair point. Genetics got the better of me there! My attention to detail has always been at the lower end. However, the change in stem did the trick! Appreciate the comment and watching the vid! Cameron
Hey Cam, why would you go no lower than 105 on the Shimano product range?
Because lower than 105 is pretty shit
love my custom allez sprint
Nice one Ianis! What custom paint job do you have?
BIKE CHASER no custom paint job but I'm the only one with the limited cameleon purple paint here in Switzerland. Custom build with 1x11/carbon clincher/powermeter/ceramicspeed.
only ride it when the weather is nice
Sounds magnificent.
I think the forks on this were just recalled in the US.
James, I saw your message this morning before I went and raced at the local criterium! You had me worried for most of the race. The forks seem to be going strong though. Cameron
BIKE CHASER better check it out. www.bicycleretailer.com/recalls/2018/02/15/specialized-recalls-6-000-road-bikes-over-fork-concerns#.WokbSLDRWhA
Hey James, Good looking out- however, the recall doesn't apply to the Sprint. Just the other allez (non-spint)base, sport and elite models. Might be because the Sprint uses the Tarmac SL5 s-works fork, and the others use a newly designed fork.
Hey, I have a allez sprint comp 105 and I got it for 1800$. What made you opt for the significantly more expensive model
What country are you in? I am in Australia so it's AUD.
I got my frame with 35% discount on line, got my components with 35-50% discount on line. Paid my LBS $150 to assemble everything and got light tuning twice for free cos it was included in assembling price. I saved over 1k and didn't pay another 8.75% tax on top of everything. Sorry but I don't think my good relations with LBS owner worth $1300-1500.
Thanks for the comment Xardas - if you were buying a road bike for the first or second time though i.e. you're not overly familiar with the sport and bikes/components/accessories etc, would your perspectives be different? Cameron
Few weeks of research should be enough to understand what you need. I actually never had a road bike before but was riding trail and downhill MTB's for 15 years. My road experience was limited to very inexpensive commuters. I am not racing, 80-90% of my rides are on flats. My choice was obvious. Enduro CF road bike frame for relative comfort and 105 for reliability and reasonable price. I was considering Ultegra but it is way above my needs. I simply can't utilize Ultegra full potential. When you buy components separately online prices are not crazy different between Tiagra, 105, Ultegra comparing to buying a full bike with better components. Same bike frame with Ultegra could cost 1200-1500 more then 105. Considering that Ultegra groupset price is just 200-250 more then 105 it is simple rip off. Usually more expensive bikes have a bit better wheels and saddle but not better enough to justify 1500 price difference.
What frame did you end up getting?
It's just hard to justify a local shop when direct to consumer is such good value for money
This is an alloy bike for ~$3000, when there are carbon options for that price
Thanks for the comment J.W. - I agree with you if we focus on the bike. The peripheral elements I would debate though. Service, convenience, support, and a relationship that will support people riding for the first time, in particular. These are important factors buyers tend to neglect. Riding a high quality carbon fibre frame (Specialised S-Works) for the past 5 years to an alloy frame, I could also debate the hype that surrounds carbon fibre. Especially for an entry level rider or someone who's not racing competitively. Yes, carbon is lighter, but only marginally more comfortable. Especially when you compare alloy to the lower end carbon frames. If you have further thoughts I would love to hear them. Cameron
I got a carbon bike at a LBS for 2k. It’s about timing (new models coming out) and relationships. Most shops make little money on the actual sell of the bikes (so I’ve been told) and hope they’ll form a relationship and get your business for repairs and accessories.
galifinaki same here. I have a full carbon aero bike with full ultegra which was $850 because a local shop was trying to clear out stock. Replaced the wheels and built it up, entire build came out to roughly $1500.
I just bought a new road bike, and those cost vs price points..
Nr. 1 My old bike is crap, and can't really sell it for anything, and rather have it for backup anyway. Also, sell your other bike, so you only have 1 bike? What?!
Nr. 2 I've done my research and knew what I wanted, so didn't need custom parts.
Nr. 3 I've worked on my own bikes for years, so any tweeks or changes I can do myself.
Nr. 4 I still get warrenty when buying online. Store may not be close by, but it's still there.
Nr. 5 there's tons and tons of forums and videos if you ever have any question.
Hi Bacon From Hell, you make great points, and for someone with your level of experience who likes to get their hands dirty tackling a purchase solo for around $3,000 would make sense. Although if someone was buying a road bike for the first time the support they can obtain from a local bike shop should be an asset that gets them riding more often. Cameron
Sure, but if someone was buying a roadbike for the first time, I wouldn't advice them to spend 3 grand on a bike. Maybe a third of that.
Also, saying not to look for discount seems like a bad idea.
Obviously, you shouldn't JUST look for the biggest discount, but after you've found out what you want, a discount can make a huge difference.
It can mean the difference between a good bike, and a fantastic bike.
Once I knew what I wanted, I started looking around and got myself a giant defy advanced pro 2. So that's a full carbon frame, fork, seatpost and 30mm carbon wheelset along with 105 drivetrain. All for just over $2200, because I took my time, looking for that discount.
Thanks for sharing. Sounds like you did lots of research upfront too. Well played. I agree, nothing wrong with looking for discounts, provided you know what you're after, and where you're buying it from will support your needs. I know some buyers that haven't been into road cycling for long will just focus on price, not putting too much thought into the type of bike that's best suited first! Nor the support they may need post purchase. Cameron
I think when you spend alot of cash, you should do at least some reseach beforehand.
On another note, my new bike comes set up tubeless, and I saw your video on tubeless tires. I've never tried tubeless before, but I'm getting my share of punctures, and hope that it will help. Are you still happy riding tubeless?
When I look around, there's very mixed opinions on them, but if the sealant does work, which I hope it will, I was just wondering if it might be worth it getting some tires that have less puncture resistance but also less rolling resistance. So you end up going faster, but still not getting, or at least not noticing the punctures, cause of the sealant.
Do you have any thoughts on that?
I would watch this: ruclips.net/video/nErLIraDBwI/видео.html that will give you a good lens. Tubeless are good for city riding and sealed roads. If you're around harsh road conditions I would stay with clinchers. At the end of the day you can always put a tube in a tubeless tyre. The only consideration is the tyre is often tougher to get over the rim. So if the sealant doesn't work for any reason, you can still carry a spare tube and put it in (assuming you've got strong fingers to get the rubber over the rim!).
Steel; real - still seals the deal.
Se ve interesante el video pero los están pasando en Sudamérica y todo está en inglés y reduzcan por favor
I want road bike
learn to do your own work and buy on line.... LBS sucks.
Ill never buy from a bike from a bike shop again or even support a bike shop ill buy online only
some one can explain why spending your money on entertaiment, such as cycling, call "investment"?
Investment in yourself in terms of getting great exercise and a healthy hobby probably
I dunno what bike shop this guy is shopping at but here in NYC, you wouldnt get half the service this guy was talking about.
spyderspic666 they vary a lot here in Oz too, I’ve got a good local store but another in the area is shocking for customer service
Interesting perspectives @spyderspic666 - I would have thought US based retailers would lead from the front with customer service. @mububban23 - I agree with you, there are some average stores out there when it comes to the customer experience, however get a good one and it's a huge value add. Cameron
BIKE CHASER
Nope, all they care about is making a sale. Sure some places have good customer service but nothing like what the man in the video is describing.
Enjoying your site but starting to feel you are Speacialized brand biased and hooked up with a bike shop that sells that brand, anyway love your ground level opinion and keep it up get some other brands tested
Always
Was the "twist" that you didn't ever talk about "Best Road Bikes under $3000?" I thought this would be a list of bikes with comparisons of each and why they are "the best." I agree with many of the comments that it's cheaper to go online and do the work yourself. With the money saved, you can obtain tools and a work stand to boot.
The twist is, get a relationship with your local bike shop. We educate 1st, 2nd and 3rd-time bike buyers on our platform. Not all people that ride bikes have the same knowledge as you.
What about the wheals ??? It’s the most important think in a bike. Set up a 3.000 bike it’s easy with those shit wheals 😂😂
This is silly. You don't even have to spend even a tenth of this for a good bike.
Thanks for the comment Marcos. Can you provide some context into your comment? I'd love to hear an example of a good road bike for $300? We could run a story on it. Cameron
BIKE CHASER Of course. Used bikes can be so much cheaper than a new, store bought one. They just need a lil love and care and they ride like new at a fraction of the cost. Great way to save money in such an expensive sport.
Here's a story idea: search the web for a used bike in good condition for 300 bucks. Spiff it up. Document your experience and share it.
Cycling can be affordable. Get the word out so it can be more inclusive.
Nice idea, we'll see what we can find. $300 will be an interesting one. Although if you're in the US that's $380 AUD. Where are you based Marcos?
BIKE CHASER Representing California! You'll have my subscription if you follow through. Good luck.
300 no 1500 easily with no depreciation on your end. I'll never buy a new bike again.
Lol.
The roubaix 2019 way cheaper and better