Is this worth the 650$??? bianchi imola
01-21-14, 12:35 PM
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Is this worth the 650$??? bianchi imola
I'm interested in buying myself another bike and I found this bianchi on Craig's is this worth the 650 or should I just keep searching . the bike is perfect size and I believe it will be a perfect commuter especially in San fran
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/4281303148.html
With many thanks -k.p
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/4281303148.html
With many thanks -k.p
01-21-14, 01:15 PM
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I believe they are around $1400 new, and if it truly is almost new, and you truly like it, then I don't think it's a bad price. It does look very clean in the photos.
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01-21-14, 01:35 PM
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As long as you never ever let it out of your sight, it's the perfect commuter. Otherwise, fuggedaboutit. Too much eye candy for those with battery powered grinders.
01-21-14, 02:52 PM
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Fairly nice bike the price seems about right if stated condition is accurate. I wouldn't want to use this one either as a commuter it is more of a road bike and would be very tempting for thieves.
01-22-14, 09:54 AM
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Too new for my taste but looks like a nice machine. Steel is always a good commuter
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01-22-14, 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
Too new for my taste but looks like a nice machine. Steel is always a good commuter
01-22-14, 12:44 PM
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https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/4288557861.html
I found another bike on Craig's around the same price yes/no?
I found another bike on Craig's around the same price yes/no?
01-22-14, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by oddjob2
But expensive steel with a coveted name may not be there when you get to it for your ride home!
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01-22-14, 03:31 PM
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I think they are comparable but look to me to be two different sizes. The Bianchi looks more like a 59 or 60. which is your size?
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01-22-14, 03:55 PM
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I would say both are some very nice road entry level race bikes at pretty fair prices. The thing is niether is well suited for commuting both high end theft targets, tight geomtry with little or no room for none clipped pedals, larger tires, fenders or rack all of which one may want on a cummuter at some point.
01-22-14, 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
Too new for my taste but looks like a nice machine. Steel is always a good commuter
01-22-14, 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by zukahn1
I would say both are some very nice road entry level race bikes at pretty fair prices. The thing is neither is well suited for commuting both high end theft targets, tight geomtry with little or no room for none clipped pedals, larger tires, fenders or rack all of which one may want on a cummuter at some point.
01-22-14, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
I think they are comparable but look to me to be two different sizes. The Bianchi looks more like a 59 or 60. which is your size?
01-22-14, 09:59 PM
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Originally Posted by zukahn1
I would say both are some very nice road entry level race bikes at pretty fair prices. The thing is niether is well suited for commuting both high end theft targets, tight geomtry with little or no room for none clipped pedals, larger tires, fenders or rack all of which one may want on a cummuter at some point.
01-23-14, 07:11 AM
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They both have pros and cons. The Lemond has a higher level groupset but is older and likely has more miles. Its really going to come down to size. What I can tell you is, if you park either of those bikes at a bike rack, they WILL BE GONE. You can't be cautious enough. I like to ride nice bikes as much as the next guy but buy two. One to enjoy one to ride to school and the cafe.
01-23-14, 07:36 AM
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+1 to above.
It only costs $40 + tax and battery + 45 seconds to steal your new ride.
It only costs $40 + tax and battery + 45 seconds to steal your new ride.
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