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First time buying a new bike and living in NYC….I am a 61yr old man buying my first new bike in 45 years. Have been riding an old bike (1986) for a year now and ready to upgrade to a real bike. I test rode a Synapse, Roubaix and a Domane 6.2 and 4.7. I have leaned a great deal from reading this forum and now have my first question as I need everyones help. Domane feels most comfortable of the 3 bikes. My LBS has a 2014 Domane 4.7 for 2,500 and a 2014 Domane 6.2 for 3,500 (the pricing is competitive). Both feel great and fun to ride. Is it worth spending the extra $1000 for the 6.2? I plan to ride it daily around Central Park for exercise and on weekends in the hills of up state NY for fun. My original budget was 2,000 but after riding bikes in the 3,000 range I can feel the difference and think it's worth spending the extra money, but the 6.2 would bring me up to 4,000. I want to save money but don't want to cheap out if it's worth the extra $1,000 if its worth it in the long run.
Suggestions?

catgita

"Picking fly poop out of pepper" comes to mind. They both have excellent spec. The industry is geared toward making you spend money on nuances that make no difference out on the road. On the other hand, people have no problem spending an extra $6000 for an upgrade package on their car to get a better radio. In proportion, $1000 is no big deal. Totally your decision.

blacknbluebikes 

Truth is, you'll get very similar rides out of all of them for years, and you've ack'd that comfort is most critical. Good.

So, because, when we're on the downhill side of middle age, every choice should be a "good for the soul selection," I vehemently encourage the following: Buy the one that makes you think "I don't deserve this one, but it's really really friggin' cool." That, Sir, is the one you must get.

CycleryNorth81

If you are trying to impress me, get the more expensive bike. Otherwise save the grand and get some accessories (helmet, shorts,...etc).

1nterceptor

Stay within your budget, you can always upgrade in the future.

FRANK CANNON

Of course it's worth it.

What the **** are you saving money for at your age?

It's time to enjoy yourself and anyone saying $1000 is not a huuuuuuuge difference can't afford $1000. Simple as asking somebody who rides one.

raceboy

If the $1000 was enough to end world hunger or stopped global warming, I would say to spend the money one of those ways. As it is, spend it on the bike if it will give you joy.

Personally, I's save the $1000 and put it towards going on a bike tour!

sarah morin

It's not a question of money. But I think if you're wondering to enjoy your rides, you have to buy a bike you like it. If it suits you and you're happy with it go and buy it even if it's the most expensive.