Originally Posted by
mattybGR
I thought I was all set on the Sirrus Sport, but I went to the LBS that sold treks one last time. That is where the problem arised. They had a 2011 Jamis Coda Sport marked down to $575.
http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/thebik...codasport.html
I gave it a test ride, and it felt very smooth, but I felt a little more hunched over, which was a little uncomfortable. Is this riding position something I would get used to? If so I might be sold on the Coda Sport. Thanks.
Now see, that's exactly why finding the right LBS is so important.
Buying a new bike is in some ways like buying shoes. You tend to rely on the salesperson to help you choose the right size. When you're dealing with current year's models that's not usually a problem because they'll have, or be able to get, any of the sizes. Close out stock is a little different because there might be only the one. They have to find a customer that fits the bike or at least make the customer think that it fits.
Here is where the rubber meets the road. Some bike shop folks will tell you anything to sell the old stock. That probably will benefit the shop more than it benefits you. Some really will tell you what's in your personal best interest. So your answer depends upon your evaluation of the sales person.
A year from now you won't remember how you spent the money you saved by buying a close out but you'll still have the bike. Make sure that it's a comfortable bike for you to ride.