Any Decent Road Bike for no more than $500?

Question

Any Decent Road Bike for no more than $500?

Answer 1

You might as well try for a used bike.

Usually secondhand bikes prove to be quite amazing.

This site's got the best deals,

www.pinkbike.com

If you are looking for a fresh new bike, I don't think you

can get a good one

Answer 2

Look into the Jamis Ventura Sport.

The 08 retails for about $550, and you may even be able to find an older 07 model that's on clearance for a cheaper price.

Good Luck in your search, and make sure to take your time when looking for one. Find a local bike shop that sells the bike you want, and more importantly, that you are VERY comfortable with. The first thing about getting a road bike is all about HOW IT FITS. Make sure that the bike shop sets you up with a very good fit to the bike that you choose. Do a little research on it, and you'll be more satisfied with the bike you chose, over just ordering some bike online and not having it fit.

http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/thebikes/r...

Answer 3

Yep, a used bike is probably going to be your best bet. Although the Jamis might be OK for an entry level model I wouldn't exactly call it "decent".