Bianchi Eros
07-21-12 | 02:31 PM
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Bianchi Eros
I didn't really know where else to post this. I am wondering how much a bianchi eros is worth. I have no idea on the model but I am guessing not too old. A guy on craigslist in portland might do 300 with some trades. I am looking to commute with this. I have never owned a road bike before, only mountain bikes. How would this bike preform? Also, I will be going to college and dont want it stolen. Would this be a tempting bike to steal? thanks for the info...
07-21-12 | 03:06 PM
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If in mint condition, that should be a great performer. Almost an entire decade ago, a 2004 Eros would have cost you over $1000. It would most certainly be of greater value today, than some aluminum framed road bike of that same era. If it fits, buy it, as long as you don't have to lock it up overnight outside.
If campus bicycle theft is that bad and you must lock up outside overnight, then I would hate to see the Eros go the wrong way!
Alternatively, I would suggest that you just go with a cheap single speed from nashbar.com:
The Nashbar Argyle ~ $200
www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_537009_-1_202614/
Of course, if you really want to go super cheap with no guarantees whatsover, you could just Google the Mongoose Sinsure...
PS.
In any case, find an old ragged-looking leather (comfortable) saddle, wrap painted duct tape around your tubes, get an OnGuard or New York Fahgettaboudit U Lock, and just hope for the best!
If in mint condition, that should be a great performer. Almost an entire decade ago, a 2004 Eros would have cost you over $1000. It would most certainly be of greater value today, than some aluminum framed road bike of that same era. If it fits, buy it, as long as you don't have to lock it up overnight outside.
If campus bicycle theft is that bad and you must lock up outside overnight, then I would hate to see the Eros go the wrong way!
Alternatively, I would suggest that you just go with a cheap single speed from nashbar.com:
The Nashbar Argyle ~ $200
www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_537009_-1_202614/
Of course, if you really want to go super cheap with no guarantees whatsover, you could just Google the Mongoose Sinsure...
PS.
In any case, find an old ragged-looking leather (comfortable) saddle, wrap painted duct tape around your tubes, get an OnGuard or New York Fahgettaboudit U Lock, and just hope for the best!
Last edited by SlimRider; 07-21-12 at 03:19 PM.
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