Originally Posted by
abrown3mtg
I just don't know how to steer someone with zero saddle time into the right decision (other than a Domane 5.2 for 900.00)
You can't. They have got to get experience so they can relate to what you already have learned yourself. Even if you think there are better choices, let them take some of their own direction when the choice meets the criteria (which is sometimes a moving target). Just keep them from making an extremely bad decision when possible. A year or two serious riding and they'll make a better more informed choice next time. As well, your input will be more understood by them.