Road Cycling - Anyone looking to buy a Litespeed?

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Bobsled
06-29-04, 11:13 PM
Colorado Cyclist has a good deal on '04 Litespeed Classics right now.

Check it out LINK (http://www.coloradocyclist.com/common/products/productdisplay2_v2.cfm?PRNBR=LITAGA)

RonH
06-30-04, 06:23 AM
Holy $h!t, what a deal! That's less than I paid for my 2001 Litespeed Tuscany! :crash:
Bobsled
06-30-04, 08:04 AM
Yeah, that is a very good deal.

timmhaan
06-30-04, 08:19 AM
even with a deal, it's still a bit out of my range. :( has anyone ever raided
their 401(k)'s to buy a bike? :rolleyes:
SamDaBikinMan
06-30-04, 08:26 AM
Sorry, an ultegra equipped bike even made of titanium is not worth a dime over 2K IMO.

I can buy a full carbon Giant with ultegra and a superior wheelset for 2K dollars at a local shop. Great ride comfort with the carbon fiber frame and probably lighter weight.
RiPHRaPH
06-30-04, 08:57 AM
the only difference is that the lightspeed can last you 75,000-100,000 miles and many many many more years than any carbon fiber bike can. so if we are comparing cost, then the lightspeed can be much less $$ over the long haul. i mean....if you're into titanium. hahaha.
too bad lightspeed stopped selling just frames years ago >>now only sell complete bikes.
55/Rad
06-30-04, 10:13 AM
too bad lightspeed stopped selling just frames years ago >>now only sell complete bikes.

I believe the Ghisallo can still be purchased as a frame only.

Not sure what to think about the deal - the price seems good for a brand name titanium frame, but I suppose at that price, I'd want better wheels...

Might be worth a test ride though.

55/Rad