Road Bikes: Raleigh Sport or Fuji 4.0?

Question

I am looking into buying a road bike. This will be my first road bike and I'd rather not spend any more than $500. Two models I am considering are the Raleigh Sport and Fuji 4.0. Does anyone have any knowledge about these two models or manufacturers?

Answer 1

I agree about Bikes Direct.  As for the two you listed, I'd choose the Fuji.

Answer 2

Neither! Check this out:

http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/moto...

This bike is only $569 and it is 10 times the bike of either of your choices. Check out the site, there are a ton of bikes on there under your price range.