I firmly believe in spending a bit more and supporting my LBS but that being said I don't think that is possible in the $400 price range on a road bike.
I have six LBS near me and I don't think
one of them stocks a road bike of any type at that price point. And I am pretty sure almost every one of those shops has at least one salesperson who would be less than helpful towards the OP. No denying there is a lot of snobbery in the industry.
I would suggest doing a bit of research and buying at BD.
Fit is important but not nearly as hyper critical as many forum members will have you believe.
Do the research and don't obsess and you will be fine.
Last edited by bakes1; 12-09-15 at 02:18 AM.