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Thoughts on 2009 Specialized Sequoia Elite

Old 09-25-12, 04:49 PM
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Thoughts on 2009 Specialized Sequoia Elite

Found a 2009 Specialized Sequoia Elite for $500 on cl. what do you guys think of this bike as a starter bike? I've read it has a more relaxed geometry and was built more for century rides? Also that it's pretty heavy?

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Yeah, it's a touring/relaxed set-up. 'Elite' would have pretty nice parts.

How many C-List bikes do you want our opinion on?
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Aha, I'm sorry.. I'm very indecisive about which road bike to get. I'm still in college so don't have much funds. Just trying to get the best deal possible.
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Didn't mean to bust your chops too hard there...but at some point you gotta make your own decision. Look for Tiagra parts (or better) and a carbon fork. The Sequoia is kind of an odd jack-of-all-trades 'road' bike. Could be a decent choice - but fit trumps all.
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