Good advice above!
I think you'll be a little hard pushed to find a tri bike for $300.00.
Still, it might be worth your while looking at the LBS's in your area, or braving the internet with your wife and see what's about.
This is a great time of year to get a 2001 bike model deal.
Good luck and welcome to the forums!
Rich
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