Need feedback on used commute bike
Hi All,
I recently decided to take the plunge and buy a winter bike so I can commute on bike all year long.
I found one that mostly matches what I was looking for (8 speed IGH, front drum brakes).
Here's the description:
- Sturmey-Archer front hub with 70mm drum brake (no brake issues when wet or icy).
- Shimano internal 8 gears hub with coaster brake (low maintenance and no derailleur).
- 53cm steel frame with 6 layer of varnish (3 layers of transparent coating and 3 layers of reflective and transparent coating) and internal linseed oil treatment (rust protection).
- 700c (28") wheels with 38mm tires.
- Axiom fenders with front mudflap (I can remove it).
- 42T chainring and 22T cog (18T also available).
435$ CAD (331$ USD)
Frame is probably around 5-10 years old, probably relatively generic (I will go see it tomorrow). Other parts are not very old, I don't have more details.
What do you think? Is that a good deal?
Thanks in advance!