Triathlon - Looking for a TRI Bike- Is this a good bike and deal?

I’m looking to get back into TRI’s and want something comfortable for longer rides. I've had problems in the past with getting numb so comfort is key.

Is this a good bike and deal?

Trek 2006 TTX Time Trial / Triathlon Bike - $2000

Dura Ace crank, derailleur’s and shifters and Ultegra breaks and rear cassette.
Wheels: Carbon Fiber HED Alps (aero).
Saddle: Selle San Marco USPS edit

it looks pretty good. if you're looking for comfort you should focus more on fit than on a good deal

With a tight budget I figured I would hunt down good deals and then go and try test ride. It appears to be the right size, but I'll know more when I ride it.

I couldn’t find much on the pricing for this model of bike or for the wheels themselves.

Not a horrible price, but for $2K I'd go with a pro fit and get a Cervelo P1 or some other similar-level model. You'll appreciate a good fit (and someone to tweak it as you go) more than you'll appreciate the difference between DA and Ultegra, I assure you.

After a season or two and you've dialed in your fit and you're looking for a new bike, you can take your personal measurements and make sure that the bike you're buying is a good fit. I can buy a road bike sight unseen and without a test ride because I've been riding those forever and know what works for me--not so much with my tri bike yet.

Not a horrible price, but for $2K I'd go with a pro fit and get a Cervelo P1 or some other similar-level model. You'll appreciate a good fit (and someone to tweak it as you go) more than you'll appreciate the difference between DA and Ultegra, I assure you.

After a season or two and you've dialed in your fit and you're looking for a new bike, you can take your personal measurements and make sure that the bike you're buying is a good fit. I can buy a road bike sight unseen and without a test ride because I've been riding those forever and know what works for me--not so much with my tri bike yet.

I agree.

If you are dying for it, $2k seems a little steep, unless its like super low mileage. If its got a lot of miles and its almost 4 years ols, I'd haggle it down.

That said if you're willing to spend $2k Dr Pete's advice is way better, the bike may be of a slightly lower level (and you'd likely hardly notice), but the fit will make sure you don't have any numbness problems.

i would say it would be a ok deal at 2000.Has good stuff.the most important thing is fit. if it "fits you" offer him a little less then take it a good shop and have the fit "fine tuned" to you. nice bike though.

Good bike - yes
Good deal - yeah it's not bad

Best choice as a triathlon bike - maybe. It is a very slack bike, like 73-74 degree seat tube angle. Gotta push that seat pretty damn far forward to get in the area that most bikes are nowadays