Originally Posted by
SlimRider
What's your situation?....Why do you want to add components "piece meal" at some later date?
Answering these questions for us might be more instrumental in getting better advice....
- Slim

I'm a broke college student. I'm just trying to find cheaper ways to upgrade as I become a stronger cyclist. I'm looking at starter bikes in the $600 to $700 range. I'm just trying to grasp all the possibilities before i dump a bunch of cash. thanks