Looking for a bike to mostly ride around Vancouver (loved my Opus) and sometimes go on longer rides (30-60km). Ability to survive on light trails is a plus but not a necessity. My local bike store has a new Batch on sale I was considering but facebook marketplace has various interesting options as well. By intended budget was around 200-500 depending on bike quality. Budget is $200-$500 depending on quality.
However, I don’t know how to differentiate what would be a good fit for me or whats a good deal or what kind of maintenance might be required. Any help would be appreciated! Options and pictures with more info below.
Option 1 – USED FB marketplace – Haro Aeras 2020 – $300
Option 2 – USED facebook marketplace – TCR Giant $500
Option 3 – USED FB marketplace – Trek FX3 – $400
Option 4 – USED FB marketplace – RC Triban 100 – $320
by LetLanceDance
1 Comment
How much is a trek FX1 over there? Last years/gen 3 models here were heavily discounted and are quite cheap.
I would skip the Triban (its not a good bike) and Trek (its quite old could be decent if its in good condition but thats a big if) from those listings. The Giant is probably less suited to riding around town. The other 2 i dont know enough about.