I'm looking for my first road/endurance bike and have been trying to find a reasonable deal on a synapse. I'm trying to keep my budget under $1000. Is this bike worth what they're asking or could I talk them down?
Seller's description:
$1400. Custom built. Very minimal on miles used, great condition, with extra upgraded parts: Velocity hub & rims which allows for many different tire sizes, Shimano Ultegra brakes & shifters, Aliante Fizik saddle. 58cm frame.
Specs:
Bottom bracket: FSA BB30A
Brake levers: Shimano Tiagra
Brakes: Shimano Ultegra
Cassette: Shimano Tiagra, 12-32, 10-speed
Chain: KMC X10, 10-speed
Crankset: FSA Omega, BB30a, 50/34
Fork type: Synapse SAVE PLUS, BallisTec Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4" alloy steerer
Frame type: Synapse, BallisTec Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE PLUS, BB30a
Front derailleur: Shimano Tiagra, braze-on
Headset: Synapse Si, 1-1/4" lower bearing, 25mm top cap
Hub front: Velocity
Hub rear: Velocity
Rear derailleur: Shimano Tiagra GS
Recommended for: Endurance/Gravel
Rims type: Velocity A23, 28-hole
Saddle: Cannondale Stage Ergo w/ Crmo Rails
Shifters: Shimano Ultegra
Spokes: Stainless Steel, 15g
Stem: Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6 deg.
Velocity A23 OC rims, with their 23mm width, are suitable for a wide range of tires, from 23c to 35mm, and are designed for both road and cyclocross applications.
by Gorlami14
2 Comments
Way too much. If it were $700 then maybe.
$500-700 I wonder if you might be better off with more tire clearance?