looking to get an entry level road bike.any opinions?i've been looking at a 2007 trek 1000 or a specialized sequoia or possibly a giant.any opinions are appreciated.thanks ahead of time.going to l.b.s. gets confusing because each dealer makes his sound like the best.

To be honest, most bikes at most price points are basically the same. This is especially true of entry level bikes. They will all have the same component groups, their frame material will be the same and there might be slight differences in the geometry but it won't be noticeable to most people. What I tell most people on bikes...especially entry level...of any type is to ride as many as you can and then pick the one with the best color. It probably won't make a difference.

I can't really speak from experience on the other bikes, but I've put thousands of miles on my 2007 Trek 1000, and have had nothing but positive results. The only thing that has gone wrong with it is me having to replace my rear wheel.....but then again I did get clipped by a car and had the wheel taco'd.

It's been a nice, reliable bike for me that I've used on both casual rides and in races. Well worth it's small price tag.

so many choices, even a sticky.

at that price find all the options and pick the one that fits best. I'm a Trek 1500 owner and I've had no problems, but really all those bikes are so similar in the $750-$1000 range

specialized allez...

The Trek 1000 has been called the best $700 bike ever ridden (by editor of Bicycling magazine).

Take it that is an unbiased opinion?

Found this to be true in 06. They all rode the same as I could not tell the difference. Bought from the LBS that gave the best deal.

my advice is to be more choosie over the dealer than the bike....at least at your price point. Does the dealer want to work with you and sell you the bike that you want? Will he make sure the bike fits you? Discounts on accessory's and service maybe. A good relationship with your bike shop is paramount at this point.