Total beginner looking for a road bike.
Size 48. Im 5'2".
No idea what to look for or how to know if a bike is good or worth it, so I'm hoping for your help here. Should I offer a different amount? Look for something else? I was honestly hoping to spend $400 but idk enough about bikes so I appreciate your input.
It also comes with the garmin on there.
by SouperButtz
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Warning, i am still very new to this hobby and I was in your boat 6 months ago and bought a 2014 Specialized Amira for $600. I have some small regrets but I’m 5′ and a 44cm from was too hard to pass. Knowing what I know now, i would ask:
– what parts have been replaced?
– what is still original?
– how old are the tires?
– Tubes or tubeless?
– how many miles have been ridden?
– any accidents?
– last maintenance/service
After a quick search that looks like the 2011 model. In my noob opinion, this is too much for an aluminum frame. My LBS guy said my purchase was boredline too much but the carbon frame made it worth it. Since buying my bike, I have had to get a brand wheelset because (hub was failing, an additional $650), chain ring (worn teeth), front shift cable, front derailleur (bent cage), and saddle (split down the middle). My breaks have maybe another year or 2 left on them. I love my bike, but would love to have time machine for a do over.