Need advice: steel vs aluminum <$1200
05-04-05, 09:42 AM
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I also could use advice on going new vs used, used bike resources (besides ebay). I'm going to be using this bike for century rides and general fitness (w/ multiple rides during the week in the 20-40 mile range). I've been told over and over I'm a 58cm in most brands (especially trek). This is my first nice cycle, so I'm not looking to go too cheap, but I don't have the scratch for a $2,500 bike either. The people at my LBS really talked up the 2005 allez elite.
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05-04-05, 09:55 AM
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if your LBS wants to sell you a Specialized, what about the Allez "Cro-Mo"?
It's steel, baby! How much are these?
It's steel, baby! How much are these?
05-04-05, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by 531Aussie
if your LBS wants to sell you a Specialized, what about the Allez "Cro-Mo"?
It's steel, baby! How much are these?
It's steel, baby! How much are these?
05-04-05, 10:07 AM
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Just noticed that the "Cro-Mo" Specialized 'retails' for about $1700.
I'm no expert on US prices, but I think it might be tough finding a good, new steel bike under 1200 bucks
I'm no expert on US prices, but I think it might be tough finding a good, new steel bike under 1200 bucks
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05-04-05, 10:09 AM
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