Cyclocross - Good price on a 05 Poprad?

I'm new the cycling world (first bike in over 10 years) and have been looking heavily at a cross bike to be used mainly for commuting, exercise, and fun. I have the opportunity to get a complete 05 Poprad (White/Blue) for about $1250.00 out the door with everything included. Additionally, if I get this bike through this shop I also get free maintenance/service for five years. Is this a good deal? Any reason to look at another bike, i.e. Bianchi, Fuji, etc. Help.

I can't comment on price, but if you're not into bike DIY, having a good LBS is an invaluable resource.

If you like the bike and it fits you comfortably, then the bike plus 5 yrs of service for that price is a good deal. Just make sure you leave the shop with everything adjusted right so the fit is sopt on. You'll probably get a feel for the bike in the next weeks and can bring it in to get things tweaked just right. Use that 5 yr contract and let the bike shop get to know you, things go alot smoother when youre on a first name basis with shop guys.. I have an 04 poprad and love it, the 05 should be even nicer!

~Steve

I took a Poprad and a mountain bike to Ireland and used them the year I was there. The Poprad is a great bike. I road the Poprad more than the MTB. Price sounds fair if is is sold by a good shop all the better. If it is really a great shop and they sold something else and it fit I would by another brand. Having a good shop is more important than the brand of the bike (as long as it fits).

Cheers

I'm new the cycling world (first bike in over 10 years) and have been looking heavily at a cross bike to be used mainly for commuting, exercise, and fun. I have the opportunity to get a complete 05 Poprad (White/Blue) for about $1250.00 out the door with everything included. Additionally, if I get this bike through this shop I also get free maintenance/service for five years. Is this a good deal? Any reason to look at another bike, i.e. Bianchi, Fuji, etc. Help.

One LBS I called had a stock 2005 Poprad for $1099. The other LBS I went to quoted $1199. I bought it at the second place because I liked them better and were very clear as to the fitting service I would get. I bought a second set of tires at full price and they included clipless pedals at no charge.

Not sure what you mean by everything included - that can be a huge differnce depending on if you are adding a computer, lock, what kind of pedal, etc.

I personally would not stress about +/-$100 differences, especially comparing different geographical regions, etc.

Al

Thanks for all the responses. I'm about 99% sure about getting the poprad, and since I don't know any better what should I be looking in terms of accessories, i.e. types of pedals, etc., to make it a better bike?