Originally Posted by
jnewman412
I only have $500 to spend. Everything Ive seen online suggests a used bike as my best bet for that price range. I have found a 2007 trek 1500 slr and a 2013 trek 1.2 alpha. both are $450 and the same size. which is the better bike/deal? thanks in advance
Depends on the condition of the bikes and how well each one fits you.
Don't spend $450 on anything if you can't test ride it first.
If you can give us your general location we might be able to recommend good used bike sources in your area other than online ads as well.