Listed for ~600 USD converted. Might be able to get it cheaper if i ask. Plan to mainly just ride around on roads
by weloverain
Listed for ~600 USD converted. Might be able to get it cheaper if i ask. Plan to mainly just ride around on roads
by weloverain
15 Comments
if you’re new and this frame is the correct size for you; this is a damn steal. that groupset alone might go for more than $600USD new
Yes
In germany this would be a steal if in decent condition.
Well, that’s a 5 bolt chainring, so from 2010-2013, it’s a Polygon C7 from 2015
1/3 RRp for a 10 year old bike, fairly good price if rings aren’t worn out.
If you’re ok with buying a counterfeit frame it’s fine. That is 100% not a real specialized frame.
Very nice bike with nice ride tyres. Very good group set, especially for new to cycling. You won’t need another bike. Nice relaxed geometry to enjoy long rides comfortably.
If the size is right, this would be a lovely bike.
Looks like a decent deal, but I’m not a fan of rim brakes on carbon rims. I would probably sell the wheels and get a nice aluminium wheel set.
I don’t know if they changed the geo, but as someone who is 165cm a medium 100% wouldn’t fit me. I am a XS for them
Not a fan at all of the Specialized sticker hopefully you can take that off
A new Helios A7 is $3K. For $600 I think that’s fine for what your getting I just be more concerned about fit and bike maintenance in steerer condition, brake pad levels, carbon brake track wear, bearing life
If you’re new, this is bike might be giving you more than you will need for first year or two. You could safely buy lower spec and enjoy. Check the condition and fit, even best spec won’t help if it’s uncomfortable
I think it’s just OK, and there are a lot of yellow flags
A wrapped carbon frame is concerning to me. You cannot detect cracks beneath a wrap. Paint, sure. nude, yeah. Stickers, no.
Ultegra is many years old. Like 2010. Not unusable, just old.
Flat pedals
Shitty bar tape
Fat saddle
These are all flags to me that this wasn’t a serious rider, and this bike may have been kicked around before it came to you. I’d be very careful with the inspection- I don’t doubt that it’s OK, but I think you can find a better or similar deal if there is any damage.
“Wrapped as Specialized Tarmac” 😁
Take the wrap off or at least the fugly ahh specialized logo and you’re good to go
Wrapped as a Tarmac, meaning it isn’t?
A Polygon bike wrapped as a Specialized bike is kind of weird. The flat pedals and wider saddle is also pretty weird.
Shimano Ultegra is excellent, even if it is quite old. I don’t know much about those wheels. If this bike is in reasonable working condition and the carbon frame doesn’t have any visible damage, then $600 is a great price. However, due to the quirks of this bike, I’d recommend proceeding with great caution and doing a very thorough inspection and test ride.
For sure, just be careful with used carbon. I’d check every joint and thin section for cracks or fractures. Put some weight on to help sus em out.