tech has evolved so much in the last 5 years, let alone 13 years. Getting a frame for $80 sounds nice, though. And depending on how serious you are about triathlon that bike might bring all you need. The real costs come, however, with all the components you will still need. And at $1,200-$1500 for a 2020 entry-level bike, you save yourself a lot of time, headaches and possibly also money.