Shopping for first road bike

[TXnewbie]

I was hoping to get some advise on buying a used road bike. I have been using a hybrid, but really want to give a road bike a try for longer rides. I have the opportunity to buy a used 2004 Women'sTrek 1400 for $275 that's my size. Before I take the time to go test ride it, can anyone tell me if this is a good bike for a beginner, and if it is a good deal?

[uforgot]

Trek 1400 Reviews (http://www.roadbikereview.com/cat/2001-bikes-and-older/older-racing-bike/Trek/PRD_58926_2504crx.aspx)

[cinnamon_toast]

I think that is a nice, solid bike. The 1000 and 2000 series Treks really benefit from Trek's trickle down technology. At our LBS the Trek 1500 was on sale for $950 - so the $275 sounds like a great price.

[TXnewbie]

Thanks for the feedback. Unfortunately, I went to look at the bike and now know why is was so reasonable. It was in pretty poor shape. Guess I will keep looking.

[uforgot]

There are a lot of people on here that love the 1000 WSD. You should check into one of those. It's "model change" time so maybe you can get a good deal on one at your lbs. If not, try craigslist or ebay.

[Tuckervill]

They stopped making the Trek 1000 for 2008. But there are still some 07s around, I'm sure.

Karen

[RolliePollie]

I am really impressed with my Trek 1000. I've ridden almost 1,900 miles so far and I'm not disappointed in its performance. I know at some point I'll want to upgrade, but for a starter bike, I don't think you can go wrong with the 1000. I know my LBS still has 2007's available...I bet you could find one on sale within the next couple of months as the 2008's start showing up in the shops.

[sandra]

I have a Trek 1000 also with a BROOKS seat! Love my bike.

[MsBelle]

I have a question too.... I'm ready to purchase a road bike myself. I started riding just last year on a mountain bike and quickly went on to a Trek hybrid fitness bike. I really, really want a road bike and don't know what I should even start looking at. Also, anyone know about the sizings on bikes. My hybrid is a 15" so would I start to look at maybe a size 47 in a road bike?

[Ana]

If you are seriously shopping for a bike (plan on buying one), many places will measure you for free and should be able to size you correctly. :)