Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg) - New used bike, was it a good choice?

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Barbarosa

10-17-08, 09:54 PM

I purchased a Marin Novato 20.5 that was bought new this June, it has a rear rack and different grips (ergo) I paid $275.00. I'm 5'11" and 235 presently, I've lost 40 lbs in six months and enjoy riding. The guy I bought this from sad the Novoto is pretty sturdy and should give me good service. Was this a good purchase for a Clyde that is starting to ride?

CACycling

10-17-08, 10:06 PM

Looks like a great deal on a really nice bike. And if you're happy with it and it keeps you riding, it is worth way more than you paid.

Doohickie

10-17-08, 10:56 PM

Agreed.

I was eying a Marin at the LBS this morning... good lookin' bike.

jaxgtr

10-17-08, 11:02 PM

I got a Trek 7300 several years ago and still ride at least 1000 miles a year on it. Seems to me you got a great bike that you will have for many years.

txvintage

10-18-08, 03:07 AM

Sounds like a heck of a deal.

Now it's time to get it a dialed in to your liking and ride the wheels off of it.:thumb: