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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?
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.
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.
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.
They stopped making the Trek 1000 for 2008. But there are still some 07s around, I'm sure.
Karen
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.
I have a Trek 1000 also with a BROOKS seat! Love my bike.
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?
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. :)