Have the opportunity to get a new bike need some opions
07-20-12, 08:52 PM
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Have the opportunity to get a new bike need some opions
Hi everybody .
I have a old schwinn world sport that i ride now and put alot of miles on it , But i am thinking of starting to train for Tri's or maybe some TT's . My question is I have the chance to buy an 1987 Kestral 4000 from a Friend , the bike is in great shape and has always been well taken care of . what I am asking is if anybody knows about this bike and would I be ahead of the game to get it and do my training on it or just stay with my old Schwinn .. dont think I would get rid of it anyway but just wondering everybody's thoughts
thanks in advance for all your help
Tony C.
I have a old schwinn world sport that i ride now and put alot of miles on it , But i am thinking of starting to train for Tri's or maybe some TT's . My question is I have the chance to buy an 1987 Kestral 4000 from a Friend , the bike is in great shape and has always been well taken care of . what I am asking is if anybody knows about this bike and would I be ahead of the game to get it and do my training on it or just stay with my old Schwinn .. dont think I would get rid of it anyway but just wondering everybody's thoughts
thanks in advance for all your help
Tony C.
07-20-12, 10:04 PM
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ok guess im being dumb for trying to ask for some help or suggestions 
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You're just training. Therefore, stick with your Schwinn for now. Meanwhile, start looking for a serious Tri bike, elsewhere.
Just about a month before Trials, spring for the new Tri bike!
* Which do you value most, the bike or your friendship?
It's best not to have any business dealings with relatives or friends, or friends of relatives...
Money has no allegiance!
*************
OTOH, if you care more about obtaining a decent Tri bike at a really inexpensive price by exploiting the convenience of a perceived close relationship, then just go for it!
However, just remember:
The sword may be double edged...
Just about a month before Trials, spring for the new Tri bike!
* Which do you value most, the bike or your friendship?
It's best not to have any business dealings with relatives or friends, or friends of relatives...
Money has no allegiance!
*************
OTOH, if you care more about obtaining a decent Tri bike at a really inexpensive price by exploiting the convenience of a perceived close relationship, then just go for it!
However, just remember:
The sword may be double edged...
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07-20-12, 10:46 PM
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Thanks for the advice slim ... Friendship is always the most important ..
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Great Choice, BigEasy!
Here's a really nice one:
The Kestrel Talon ~ $1300
www.bikesdirect.com/products/kestrel/talon_tri_bikes_105.htm
Good Luck!
PS.
You're a decent guy!
Here's a really nice one:
The Kestrel Talon ~ $1300
www.bikesdirect.com/products/kestrel/talon_tri_bikes_105.htm
Good Luck!
PS.
You're a decent guy!
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