Originally Posted by
discoattheprom
Hm, the tune up is not imperative. All I have to do really is get some pedals and a saddle. Came with shimano clipless ones, so can't complain there. As for the saddle, I had my eyes on this black one:
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1837836583.html
Can anyone identify the make/model? Asked the seller, haven't gotten a response yet.
Well, buying a saddle is not as easy as just getting one at a good price.
There too "fit" must be considered. A $15. saddle is no bargain if it doesn't fit you.
As for pedals, I got mine for $40. brand new (Wellgo GR8) at Pricepoint.
If it's a beater bike, just use some smooth tape for the tear in the saddle.
Otherwise, with the pedals, you're looking at about $50. for a decent saddle (if a cheaper one won't fit).
Another $50. for pedals (S&H included if you don't get them locally which almost always cost more).
So, your $200. bike is now a $300. bike. Not that a new bike wouldn't have needed saddle/pedal swaps either.