Bridgestones??

[dingster1]

I am looking at a 12 speed Bridgestone road bike on craiglistdc for $150. Just for commuting. ANybody know about these? 80's style frame with gears on downtube, 20 inch frame. I'm 5'2

[Trek420]

Some people really like Bridgestones. I'm one of 'em, gotta love that steel frame.

Have you ridden the bike? 20" sounds a little big, I'm 5'1", my mtb is a 14.5" frame, I've ridden 17" frames, all depends. My sister who is nearly 5'10" just got a new 20" frame bike.

Test ride it first.

[Fredwina]

Bridgestone were good bikes. I think They stopped importing them in 90's. I'm also a little concerned about the 20 inch size with your build. any chance you could test ride it?

[dingster1]

I suppose. I'm not really hot for it, just looking for the moment.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/bik/178261897.html
12 Speed Bridgestone Women's Road Bike


hope that link works

[emily_in_nc]

But you say you're 5'2" (as am I), and the ad says suitable for a 5'5-5'10" woman?? Be careful - it sounds too big! Just for comparision with another road bike that is measured in inches, I ride a 17.5" Terry frame.

$150 is no deal if it doesn't fit. :(

Emily

[dingster1]

I passed on this one. Gotta keep looking:( I'll be getting either the Kona Dew or Trek 7300 for commuting for now.