Good Buy? Sequoia Elite

[ibcycling]

Thanks to both of you. I read the thread you linked and was able to search some on the library computer. I'm going to check it out tonight. I don't see competition or racing in my future so I'm looking for a comfortable bike that I can work up to centuries with. Right now I'm doing about 70 miles a week with my Murray MB and lusting after something lighter and cooler. LOL!

Lora

[Concretecutie]

Went to the Specialized website and the 2007 Elite is priced at $1100.
I would say that the price is dependent on what year the bike is and
how much wear and tear is on it. Do you see scuff marks on the brake
levers from crashes; also check the frame. Look for dents etc. anything
that would indicate falls.

If the bike is one or two years old, $500 is not unreasonable price.

If you can, take it to a bike shop and have them apraise it. My husband
used to ride the Sequoia Comp model. New it cost $1800 and we had
it apraised at $600 this year. It's a 2003 or 2004 model.

As far as weight goes, my husband's bike weighs 21#. I'm not sure the
comfort road bike will be much lighter than your current ride. Check
by standing on your bathroom scale holding the bike. Deduct your
weight from the combined weight and you'll have a better idea of what
your Murray weighs and go from there.

Hope this info helps you make an informed decision. Best of Luck!

[HillSlugger]

Mt 2006 Elite was $1300. The 2007 has lesser components and a price to match. I can't find the info of what the 2004 had.

I went from a hybrid to the Sequoia. Mine weighs about 22 pounds with bottle cages, saddle bag, etc. It was a huge step up from the hybrid in performance and speed. Its relaxed geometry would probably make it suitable for doing a century. It was great for the 50 miler I did in June and I had plans on a metric century next month; the bike is willing but my knees aren't. I've used it for my triathlons but it's not a racing bike.

I think it's a great bike. Let us know how it works out.