I'm looking to buy a bike for my girlfriend. Need your opinion on this bike
09-18-13, 01:18 PM
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I'm looking to buy a bike for my girlfriend. Need your opinion on this bike
https://images.craigslist.org/01313_f...d8_600x450.jpg
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Selling a 50cm "C2C" VIA NIRONE 7 Alu Carbon 105 18sp Compact.
I bought this bike to train for an event but cycling really just is not my thing. I have not put more than 80 miles on this bike so it is in excellent condition.
$700 negotiable
Components per the manufacturer are:
Model Road "C2C" VIA NIRONE 7 Alu Carbon 105 18sp Compact
Color 8B Metal Black w/ White, 8X Red w/ White
Frame VIA NIRONE 7 ALU/CARBON
Fork Bianchi K-VID Carbon w/alu steerer - 1-1/8"
Headset FSA ZS4-CUSTOM
Shifters Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur Shimano 105
Front Derailleur Shimano 105
Crankset FSA OMEGA MegaExo Compact 50/34
Chain KMC DX10SC
Sprocket Shimano 105 10sp 12/25
Brakes Shimano Tiagra
Brake Lever integrated
Wheels Shimano WH-R500
Tire Vittoria ZAFFIRO 700x23c
Stem Bianchi RC forged alloy
Handlebar Deda Elementi Big Piega
Grips Bike Ribbon cork
Seatpost Bianchi RC Carbon - 31.6mm
Saddle Selle San Marco PONZA
Waterbottle Hanger Aluminum
Retail Price $1,699.00
Serious inquiries only please.
I think its the right size for her. Shes 5'3
Would this also be a good deal?
https://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_g...UC_600x450.jpg
Selling a 50cm "C2C" VIA NIRONE 7 Alu Carbon 105 18sp Compact.
I bought this bike to train for an event but cycling really just is not my thing. I have not put more than 80 miles on this bike so it is in excellent condition.
$700 negotiable
Components per the manufacturer are:
Model Road "C2C" VIA NIRONE 7 Alu Carbon 105 18sp Compact
Color 8B Metal Black w/ White, 8X Red w/ White
Frame VIA NIRONE 7 ALU/CARBON
Fork Bianchi K-VID Carbon w/alu steerer - 1-1/8"
Headset FSA ZS4-CUSTOM
Shifters Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur Shimano 105
Front Derailleur Shimano 105
Crankset FSA OMEGA MegaExo Compact 50/34
Chain KMC DX10SC
Sprocket Shimano 105 10sp 12/25
Brakes Shimano Tiagra
Brake Lever integrated
Wheels Shimano WH-R500
Tire Vittoria ZAFFIRO 700x23c
Stem Bianchi RC forged alloy
Handlebar Deda Elementi Big Piega
Grips Bike Ribbon cork
Seatpost Bianchi RC Carbon - 31.6mm
Saddle Selle San Marco PONZA
Waterbottle Hanger Aluminum
Retail Price $1,699.00
Serious inquiries only please.
Would this also be a good deal?
09-18-13, 01:26 PM
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If you're talking about this bike, https://www.bianchiusa.com/archives/0...-105-mix-comp/, then less than 1/2 new (and negotiable at that) isn't bad on a low mileage bike. So the deal looks good. Is this the bike she needs? I think that's the real question. What is the intended use of the bike? If you are looking for a straight out road bike, this is a good choice at a decent price.
09-18-13, 01:40 PM
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Looks like a marginal deal to me. This is 9 speed 105, which makes the bike at least 6 years old, and up to 12 years old.
And the "no more than 80 miles" is bullsh*t, unless the guy has very dirty hands, judgin by the bar tape.
And the "no more than 80 miles" is bullsh*t, unless the guy has very dirty hands, judgin by the bar tape.
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That's not 9 speed, nor is it over 5 years old. But I'm sure you're right about the mileage.
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Reading further down, I see it says it has a 10 speed 105 cassette, so the description seems a bit messed up.
If it's 10 speed, its newer, and the price seems more reasonable.
I'd be a little suspect still given the appearance of the bar tape (after 80 miles) and the misdiscription.
Doesn't mean I wouldn't buy it, but I'd look it over carefully for exactly what it is, and the condition it's in.
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Run your fingers along the downtube and toptube; particularly the first 5-6 inches near the headtube. If you feel any kind of bump, the bike has been in a head-on collision of some sort. Sometimes you can't see it, but you can feel it.
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