Originally Posted by
Chuckk
Why take suggestions for new bikes that look old when Craig's List is full of good old bikes at a fraction of the cost?
That makes a lot of sense. I understand why people buy Bianchis and Rivendells, but if you don't want to pay the name brand fancy bike prices you're going to end up with something nondescript. In that case you might as well just buy vintage. You can get a very nice vintage ride for less than a grand. I'm not sure what's in there now, but the Classic & Vintage sale section here often has some beautiful machines that are well outfitted at affordable prices. You'll have a much better bike than you would get buying new at anything close to that price range.