As a newbie I think I value a warranty and support of a LBS for sure. But damn $1550 for new bike plus $300-500 for accessories and proper fitting is overwhelming.
A craigslist deal might be better but I don't know values. Like that 2009 CAAD9 tiagra at $900 seems better priced than a new 2014 caad10 105 at $1550.. But then a 2013 caad8 tiagra is $999 at a LBS. So then the CAAD9 seems over priced again compared to the newer CAAD8.
Plus I'm not pro enough to know what to look for. Like someone mentioned about carbon fiber fractures. Or chain/component wear.
I just am itching to find a good deal and I don't know what kind of pricing. The 2014 caad10 105 will come down to in July /August.. Anyone know?
Oh and I've test ride a few already at the LBS, loved the CAAD's for sure. I assume the CAAD9 would feel the same way as the CAAD8 right?
So what's the best deal of those? What is the lowest price you think I can offer for the CAAD9 to be a substantial deal?