I'm a 25 year old fit male looking to get into bicycling for fitness. I anticipate riding anywhere from 15 miles to start, to 30 or 40 once I really get fit.
I'm looking for a cheap entry level bike that will be efficient, but again, cheap.
Most of the bike shops in my area only sell new bikes that are priced $800+, I'm looking to spend $400 or $500. I see a number of bikes online that are cheap - what is the difference between these bikes and the $1000 bikes? Is it a difference I can probably live with, or probably not? I'd like the cheapest bike that will efficiently allow me to ride (no 50 pound bikes! 🙂)
I was looking at this 2010 Fuji Roubaix 3.0 Road Bike as a possibility. Thoughts?
brand and offbrand is the difference between these bikes and the $1000 bikes, i think. this bike is cheap, and fuji also is a good choice, if you really want a cheapest bike, you can look for secondhand bike, also have many good bike
I was looking at this 2010 Fuji Roubaix 3.0 Road Bike as a possibility. Thoughts?
The Fuji Roubaix is a darned nice frame, and Shimano Sora shifters and derailleurs are quite the bargain at this price.
The thing about Fuji and Performance is that Fuji's MSRPs are ridiculously high and their wholesale prices are low, so almost everybody who sells Fuji discounts them quite deeply. And Performance is the largest retailer of Fuji in the states.
Feature-wise, the Roubaix 3.0 competes with other aluminum-framed, Sora-equipped bikes, like the Trek 1.2, which are a little better equipped but usually cost about $200 more.
The Fuji Roubaix is a darned nice frame, and Shimano Sora shifters and derailleurs are quite the bargain at this price. Â The thing about Fuji and Performance is that Fuji's MSRPs are ridiculously high and their wholesale prices are low, so almost everybody who sells Fuji discounts them quite deeply. And Performance is the largest retailer of Fuji in the states. Â Feature-wise, the Roubaix 3.0 competes with other aluminum-framed, Sora-equipped bikes, like the Trek 1.2, which are a little better equipped but usually cost about $200 more. Â
+1. Fuji is a seriously underrated brand. You should, no matter the advice you get here, test ride any bike you are considering for purchase. The right bike will be a good fit, will ride as you like, will tickle your aesthetic pleasure centers, and will meet your budget.
I have to agree with Fugi's being nice. I borrowed one in 2010 from a teammate and found it was a solid bike (can't remember the model, alu frame though). The frame was a little big for me so I didn't end up buying it. I'm a huge believer in "its the rider not the bike" (as long as your not on a '84 Raleigh that weighs 30+lbs and needed mechanical work as I was riding before my current bike). Also look for used bikes, though its hard to see if they need work without seeing and riding them in person. I'm currently riding a specialized (no model name on bike) aluminum w/ carbon fork and seat stays and Campagnolo centaur components, and Mavic wheels (MA3front and CXP21rear) w/ veloce hubs (~19.9lbs) which I purchased for $500 barely used from a local bike shop.
i have a Fugi allegro that i bought at a thrift store for 40 dollars. its gotta be from the mid eighties. musta been a sleeper cause everthing works perfect except had to repace tires. when i first got it i thought the frame was much to small. like a kids bike or something.i put the seat up as far as it will go to stretch out my legs . looks kinda retarded, but sure keeps up with the high priced spread.i like to ride no hands and at first i thought the steering was to quick but after a few rides i got used to it and now feels solid as a rock. id take a few rides on whatever you buy before you make your final.decision. . this is an incredable bike .i like the name fugi short simple and super reliable.!!! not made in the states but i really dont know of anything that is 100 percent made here. i love my fugi. been around for a long time. kinda like a royal enfield.....oh and by the way ,,,.............simply turn on the tap and all others fall rapidly behind......CRAZY........... cheers mike dallas tx.
I would recommend getting a second hand bike. Generally, you can find a great deal and get a much better bike than that Fuji. I guess if you really like the Fuji and you don't want something used that is a good choice. I actually saw someone riding that exact bike the other day and it seemed quite nice 🙂 Good luck on buying a new bike!
