Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 9,166
Likes: 5,350
From: SF Bay Area, East bay
Bikes: Miyata 618 GT, Marinoni, Kestral 200, Soma double cross 2002 Trek 5200, KHS Flite, Koga Miyata, Schwinn Spitfire 5, Mondia Special, Univega Alpina, Miyata team Ti, Santa Cruz Highball, Waterford rs11
Are you going new? Like stated, this will cost you. Look for a donor bike on craigslist. If you are at college, check with your maintenace dept and see if they have any abandoned bikes. You may also have a bike kitchen in your area. It will give you access to tools and small parts. Goodluck.