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started by hwangnyc on August 11, 2008

Hi guys is this a good deal for $780 with out the handlebars? What is that bar that the aerobars are attached too? Why is it so high?

http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/bik/789742224.html

thanks in advance!

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tsilcyc posted 21 weeks ago.

That's the steerer tube, it's uncut because that's how they come. Don't worry, you can cut it. As to whether or not it's a good deal... I don't know.

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TriSooner posted 21 weeks ago.

tsilcyc wrote:
That's the steerer tube, it's uncut because that's how they come.
You don't want it cut because the previous owner may have cut off too much to fit you.

Not really because a fully built-up frame (Bontrager wheels, Shim 105 groupo, post+seat, cables) lists for $1219. You'd spend WAY over $439 for wheels, groupo, post+seat, cables and assembly. Even if you already have a groupo to add to it, I think the price is a bit high.

http://www.leaderbikestore.com/pd_ld_730tt2.cfm

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Triguy98 posted 21 weeks ago.

I'm with the Sooner. That deal is a no go to me. Looking entry level? Felt, Cervelo, and QR make great entry level product that will spank a Leader frame anyday- for not a whole lot more money. Save your pennies.

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xc800runner posted 21 weeks ago.

You can get the frameset off ebay for a lot less than that, and the leader is already rather heavy, so a blackwell fork won't make a lick of difference. The rest of the components add up to about $3 in street value, so the buyer of this would be getting taken for a ride.