Looking to get into cycling and browsing marketplace for some options. Found these options nearby – thoughts? There’s other bikes nearby in better condition, but I’m hoping to start with something for $250 or less.
by Big-Resolve-533
Looking to get into cycling and browsing marketplace for some options. Found these options nearby – thoughts? There’s other bikes nearby in better condition, but I’m hoping to start with something for $250 or less.
by Big-Resolve-533
8 Comments
For reference, I’m 5’3 F!
Any reason you’re going with vintage? Bikes have gotten much nicer in the last couple decades and probably more enjoyable to ride
Of the 2 options, absolutely the Peugeot. It’s worth the extra money.
You still have to take it to a bike shop & have a tuneup done which is more $$, & you HAVE to get rid of that saddle. Still, it’s worth it between the 2 options.
That being said, this is old-world tech. Rim brakes, downtube shifters, heavier, etc. If you’re ok with that then great. I’m all for learning on more basic bikes & then upgrading once you’re aware of what you want & can appreciate newer tech.
I will say, you can probably find something newer, in your size range, for comparable money to what you’ll spend on the Peugeot after all is said & done. It could be the smarter way to get into cycling & just enjoy it.
If you go with the Peugeot, start with a $175 offer due to the costs you’ll incur with a tuneup at a LBS (local bike shop).
No matter what, have fun, & be safe when you start riding!
Are you willing to get a bike with downtube shifters? The 2 metal shifters that are next to the ‘Peugeot’ wording on the frame? If you are interested in vintage bikes with these old school shifters and the bike fits you, then you can get it. Modern bikes have ‘brifters’ where the brakes and shifters are in one ‘unit’ which makes it easier and effortless to shift gears and brake.
The second one is hot garbage and that Peugeot is really clean
The Peugeot is pretty nice.
These are both very vintage bikes more meant for vintage bike nerds than starting riders. So it depends on your goals. Modern geometry is much nicer and ergonomics have improved a lot (aside from Shimano shifter if you have big hands, those still suck).
If your goal is training I would look into something from the late 2000s / 2010 onward.
If you want to look stylish on your ride to the local coffee shop this bike is perfect.
If you want an old bike this seems like one that is very well restored and for that with a very reasonable price considering the new parts. But I can’t stretch enough how much better bikes have gotten in the last 20-30 years. So if it’s not for style reason, which fair, I love the look too, I would recommend getting something newer.
Oh I mean the first one.
I still have the Peugeot 10 speed with Simplex mech I bought in 1978. Rode it thousands of miles until 2006. Yes it’s heavy. Yes it’s old, but it still rides nicely. The downtube shifters are easy to get used to and shift excellently.
I have replaced the cables, brake pads, bar tape and saddle more than once. The original wheels have only been trued one time.
The one in the picture looks good. Not sure what’s going on with the slack chain. In any case, if you decide to get that Peugeot, have it looked over at your LBS. It’s a sturdy classic frame.