Before I bite the bullet...
danjanoob
Posts: 7
Hi everyone I am this >-< close to going to pick up a Triban 3 as my first road bike.
Only thing stopping me is the possibility of buying something pricier on finance instead. The obvious benefits would be spread cost and perhaps a better bike.
Saying that, it would be nice to just pay for it and own it in one go. It's obviously a very good bike for the price, and probably ideal for a beginner such as myself.
I can't decide what to do. Been thinking about this for a couple of weeks and still can't decide. Now I have the money it's time to take action.
What would you do?
Buy now or finance?
Only thing stopping me is the possibility of buying something pricier on finance instead. The obvious benefits would be spread cost and perhaps a better bike.
Saying that, it would be nice to just pay for it and own it in one go. It's obviously a very good bike for the price, and probably ideal for a beginner such as myself.
I can't decide what to do. Been thinking about this for a couple of weeks and still can't decide. Now I have the money it's time to take action.
What would you do?
Buy now or finance?
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http://www.tredz.co.uk/.Roux-Vercors-R3 ... _60731.htm
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http://www.wiggle.co.uk/mekk-2g-poggio-p20-105/
and
http://www.merlincycles.com/bike-shop/b ... -2013.html
and
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sed/road- ... =conf_SERW
- No huge dent to your finances
- Alcohol/cigarette money to subsidise monthly payments
- Greater enjoyment factor
- Greater bike
- No need to upgrade frame/components in near future
- Reputable brand
Depends what your short/long term budget is, though!
The Triban 3 is a great bike. Buy it, ride it, and see if you love cycling. When/if you reach the limits of the bike save for something better...
Kinesis Racelight Tiagra
This is pretty much what I'm leaning towards. The more I look at others, the more of a bargain the T3 looks. I don't think i can justify the finance and extra outlay for a lower or similar specced bike.
Going to go down to Decathlon and see how i feel with it in front of me. It will sink or swim.
Thanks though to all of you, food for thought while i'm there.
Plus 1. The only thing that is ever worth owing money over is a house. Not a car, not a kitchen and certainly not a bike.
If you can't afford a more expensive bike now, don't buy one. You've not had a road bike before so you won't know the difference anyway. The Triban is a very highly rated bike on here so no need to worry about that. In the meantime, there is a lot more expense to cycling than the bike. Use the money that would have gone on the credit payments to build up the other kit you need. Shoes, bib shorts, jackets, lights, tools (esp tools - you can save a fortune in time if you teach yourself how to maintain your own bike) etc etc - there is a lot of stuff which will make much more of a difference to how much you enjoy cycling than a more expensive bike.
This was after having a little convo with the assistant there, and him letting me try the 54cm and 57cm versions to see what I preferred. I actually surprised myself and walked out with the 57cm. I'm only 5'8" but the 54cm somehow felt a lot more squashed and small. It felt like a childs bike. The 57cm allowed me to relax and felt more stable when standing and putting the power down. I bought a few extra bits too to get started; bottle and holder, pump, two tubes, jersey and rain jacket. I also bought a B-twin computer which i'm having trouble setting up and have no idea how to mount to the bike. If anyone knows how to change it from kmh to mph let me know
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/dc-4s-wired- ... 30032.html
And they gave me the front and rear lights which was a nice touch.
Cheers Decathlon and Btwin, looking forward to many miles 8)
Oh, also, how would I check the wheel hubs are lubed ok?
Here is a little pic, the lights look a bit clumsy but will do for now.
my new daily! by danjama, on Flickr
I did have other questions but they've vanished from my head now!
Thanks! I can't wait to get out on it. Will go for a cheeky ride after work tomorrow
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