At that price point it’s hard to say, things are kinda all over the place. If it looks and rides solid, and fits you, then go for it.
kyocerahydro on
i wouldnt get it. bull horns are not recommend for beginners
kbrosnan on
Are you 6’3″+? It is a frame for a tall person. Even if it fits it is set up for an aero position normally used by Triathletes. You could swap the handlebars out for a normal drop bar pair. But for a beginner I would suggest a bike that doesn’t need any changes.
The_Unknown_Baguette on
Personally
If I couldn’t find anything else yeah
I would change out the bars though. Get some regular drops. Doesn’t have to be expensive just aluminum bars. I’m sure you could probably find a used set
New bar tape and bars could make it a nice ride for under 200 if it’s in good shape.
I’d offer 100-125 and see if they take it. It all depends on what kind of shape the bike is in.
Vast_Web5931 on
Only as a collector’s item. Thats an early 90s lugged steel Specialized. There are sub Reddits in which that bike would get people all worked up.
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At that price point it’s hard to say, things are kinda all over the place. If it looks and rides solid, and fits you, then go for it.
i wouldnt get it. bull horns are not recommend for beginners
Are you 6’3″+? It is a frame for a tall person. Even if it fits it is set up for an aero position normally used by Triathletes. You could swap the handlebars out for a normal drop bar pair. But for a beginner I would suggest a bike that doesn’t need any changes.
Personally
If I couldn’t find anything else yeah
I would change out the bars though. Get some regular drops. Doesn’t have to be expensive just aluminum bars. I’m sure you could probably find a used set
New bar tape and bars could make it a nice ride for under 200 if it’s in good shape.
I’d offer 100-125 and see if they take it. It all depends on what kind of shape the bike is in.
Only as a collector’s item. Thats an early 90s lugged steel Specialized. There are sub Reddits in which that bike would get people all worked up.