Hi there.

I'm starting to look at buying myself a road bike (currently riding a borrowed one). It needs to be able to handle commuting as well as longer, fast rides. I'm thinking of spending around 500 GB pounds (750 bucks). And so my question is:

1) ebay
2) Local Bike Shop
3) mail order all the parts from one of the big cheap places (I have lots of mechanical experience) and whack it together myself.

I'm most inclined towards 3 because I think it will be cheaper than 2 and that I'll be less likely to get ripped off than 1.

Any advice appreciated.

Team