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08-18-09, 06:21 PM
Hi all - first time poster and newbie here..
i am looking to get an entry level bike for commuting and beginner trails. i am interested in Cannondale F8 after taking a ride at the LBS. the quote i got is $480,
bike specs below,
http://www3.cannondale.com/bikes/09/cusa/model-9FS8.html
I was looking at craigslist (advised in many similar threads) and came across this bike listed at $275,
http://cnj.craigslist.org/bik/1329541817.html
is it worth $275? this bike doesnt have front suspension.. not sure if it is an absolute must for beginners.
and i am not too particular about cannondale or any other brand. just so happens that they are both c'dales.
would greatly appreciate valuable advice/recommendations.
thanks
i am looking to get an entry level bike for commuting and beginner trails. i am interested in Cannondale F8 after taking a ride at the LBS. the quote i got is $480,
bike specs below,
http://www3.cannondale.com/bikes/09/cusa/model-9FS8.html
I was looking at craigslist (advised in many similar threads) and came across this bike listed at $275,
http://cnj.craigslist.org/bik/1329541817.html
is it worth $275? this bike doesnt have front suspension.. not sure if it is an absolute must for beginners.
and i am not too particular about cannondale or any other brand. just so happens that they are both c'dales.
would greatly appreciate valuable advice/recommendations.
thanks