I purchased a used Schwinn Paramount equipted with a Dura-Ace group in the early 2000s while living in Florida. I Paid $63.45 after tax. I replaced tubes, tires and cables for around $130. I used it to commute to work and on weekend rides with a bicycle club on the weekwnds for near 5 years. I didn't feel bad about spending more than the bicycle to make it useful.