That's a Nishiki bike. Made in Japan, it could be a nice bike for someone just getting started. Quality components, and Nishiki makes some pretty nice frames (though this one looks like it might not be too light in weight) I'd say it is more of a 100 dollar bike, especially if it needs a tuneup.

not an expert but from what I hear about the frisco bay area market these prices seem about average. For me the most relavent measurement for fitting a bike is the stand over. check your jeans, the inseam lengh should be the same as the bikes measure from the top tube to the ground.

at 155 weight should not be an issue for any steel frame.

i think a 57 would be a better fit than a 60 for someone about 6'. Im 5'10" and ride a 56 top tube. 58c-c top tube would be pretty close.

I would hold out for something else, or check out what either box dog bikes, refried cycles, heavy metal bike shop, or d+d cycles have (all shops in san francisco). If you dont exactly what youre looking at with craigslist, you may be better off going to a shop and establishing a relatinship. at least that way you know the bikes been taken care of and tuned up, and isnt going to turn into an expensive headache.

im not to familiar with the shops in the south bay, unfortunately. You can find something for 200, but its not going to be exceptional. if you can save up 400-500 you should be able to get yourself someting pretty decent that will last you many years.

blarg. that's so expensive, i'm going to school right now and i'm really low on money, that's why i want to start commuting to school and some exercise would be nice, right? haha. thanks so much for your input. i was thinking something used would be fine too? i dont know..

i just picked up a mikklesen road bike for 500 bucks complete with a mix of modern campy record and chorus, and recently saw a full vintage campy equipped Ciocc go for around the same. just keep your eyes out, save a little more. I know it seems like a lot, but when you comsider a modern aluminum bike with shimano 105 will cost around a grand, its really not that bad.

you're right; bikes out there are insane in price, the problem with saving is i'm waiting for a decision on an interview, and until then, there's only more build up of empty spaces in my pocket lol. mountain bikes seem much cheaper, maybe i should try that?

I've got a decent Columbus tubed Gitane frameset I can build up for you that would be in your budget.

PM me if interested - I'm up in San Ramon.

I dunno. I wouldnt want to commute 20 miles on a mountain bike :)

I've done it. If you get an older rigid one with a longer wheelbase and toss skinny slicks on it, it is pretty decent - but relatively slow comparede to a road bike. I switched to a road bike for commuting a while back - much more betta'.