What do you guys think about Marin?

Question

I went to the bike shop today and saw this pretty nice bike. Its a hybrid road bike and is in excellent condition. This guy bought it for his wife (even though its a guys bike) and she rode it 3 times and didn't like it. It was originally $600 and I'm going to get it for $250!! I'm 14 and is 5'3 and it fits me perfect. Its even a little big so I can grow into it. Its very light and is made out of chromale? It has a shock underneath the seat. The seat is pretty cushiony ( I might have to change), and the employee at the bike store said I can even put thinner tires on it if I want? This is going to be my first road bike. Do you guys think its a good deal? Its a Marin.

thanks

Answer 1

Marin makes good quality bikes, though it's hard  to say without knowing the model because Marin makes several bikes in that range. But that seems like a great deal. Hybrid bikes are fine, but if you want to hang out with local roadies, get a road bike. They are more expensive though.

Answer 2

Sure, Marin makes good bikes.  And there are tons of tires out there, so you can put just about any tire on that you like.   I'd recommend getting tires with some puncture resistance;  they cost about 30 instead of 20bucks, but are well worth it.

Answer 3

I know next to nothing about bikes, but at 14, remember, in a couple years you'll be looking for Four wheels. Might you not want to save some money?