Triathalon Beginner

Dav3m
Dav3m Posts: 84
edited June 2009 in Road buying advice
Hi all,

I'm looking at getting into road biking to take part in triathalons. I'm looking at using the bike to work scheme to purchase a road bike - but not sure where to start. My budget would approx be £500 - is that enough to purchase a decent road bike?

Could anyone make some recommendations on makes / models that would be a good purchase?

Comments

  • FSR_XC
    FSR_XC Posts: 2,258
    That'll be enough to get a decent entry level road bike.

    There is little point recommending one as there are sooooooo many threads on exactly that subject.
    Stumpjumper FSR 09/10 Pro Carbon, Genesis Vapour CX20 ('17)Carbon, Rose Xeon CW3000 '14, Raleigh R50

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  • hammerite
    hammerite Posts: 3,408
    There were quite a few entry level bikes at £500, but a lot of the prices have gone up, so the same bike is now £550-600.

    Have a look at what you can get, for your money and pick out the ones you really like. Then have a look at the reviews and threads on here.
  • Big Ted
    Big Ted Posts: 330
    hey m8

    dont forget to check last years models reduced a that price - same thing different paintjob - better spec for money

    i do tris - worth keeping a few quid of your budget to fit some clipon aerobars - but can always be added later if you get into it!!

    have fun - i started tris this year and am luvvin it (well the bit between the swim and run anyway :roll: )
    Big Ted Rides Hard...