Hi,

I looked at a used kestrel 500sci today, size small. It was a really nice ride. It's a 1998 model.

It's got ultegra 8sp double. It's been really well maintained and the owner is asking $1200 obo.

My main concern is that I really need a triple. From what I've learned about this bike is because the wheels are 650cc it makes it easier to climb. I just don't want to end up with a bike that i'm going to have to spend a fortune (for me right now) to upgrade to a triple. We have a lot of hills here in the LA area.

Also, the handlebar was 38cm and my shoulders are 40cm. That's an easy fix.

I'm a newbie and any help would be appeciated.

Megan