Is this worth Buying??

[huggybear0]

Me again. I am still on the hunt. I have seen a Fuji 2.3 2015. Not sure on the spec. The guy purchased from new from Evans which helps. Your knowledge will on these bike would be appreciated. He is asking £150.00 but I have not negotiated yet.

 

[vickster]

Doesn’t look very big, is it your size?

 

[huggybear0]

He says it’s a 56cm frame. It’s a Fuji 2.3 Sportif.

Research says they are a bit heavy

 

[vickster]

He says it’s a 56cm frame. It’s a Fuji 2.3 Sportif.

Research says they are a bit heavy

It’s £150, won’t be the highest spec. Lighter tyres and wheels may help.
Sure it’s a 2015 as it doesn’t look like one
https://archive.fujibikes.com/2015/Fuji/sportif-23
more like this 2017
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/fuji-sportif-2-3-road-bike-2017/rp-prod164325

 

[Cycleops]

Don’t take any notice of bike reviewers saying it’s a bit heavy, for 150 notes could be a good buy. Check it out.

 

[T4tomo]

He says it’s a 56cm frame. It’s a Fuji 2.3 Sportif.

Research says they are a bit heavy

heavy compared to what? Alu frame and carbon fork bikes are all going to be much of a muchness weight-wise. Its not as light as a £7k "super bike" but then you aren't fishing in that market.
If its something to get you into road biking then it looks ideal for £150 for a first bike. Sportive / relaxed / endurance geometry, i.e head tube slightly longer so bars slightly higher will be easier for you to get used to than an aggressive low front end race bike.

Get it bought and get riding it.

 

[DCBassman]

Spec on the 2017 Fuji says 10.25kg. That's not heavy. My much modded Scott weighs the same, with a steel fork...
It's a bargain, go for it!

 

[huggybear0]

Someone else got there before me. Back on the hunt.

 

[ColinJ]

For £150 you shouldn't be too fussy or you will still be looking next winter!

I suggest that you buy the first bike in decent condition that fits you that definitely has not been stolen. You could probably use it for a few months and then sell it on for the same price if you wanted to upgrade.

 

[huggybear0]

Next find is a 2011 Boardman Road Race. The Guy has owned from new and recently reconditioned it. He says basically it is only the frame that is old. He wants £125.00 for it. Any thoughts.

Don’t know if the extras are included I assume not.
Thanks in advance

 

[bonzobanana]

Next find is a 2011 Boardman Road Race. The Guy has owned from new and recently reconditioned it. He says basically it is only the frame that is old. He wants £125.00 for it. Any thoughts.

Don’t know if the extras are included I assume not.
Thanks in advance

It will probably be sold by the time people have given their viewpoints. Looks a larger frame to me although not sure. Is it the right size for you?

Boardman are decent bikes and typically great value from new. £125 would be an excellent price if everything is in order ('if' being the key word).

 

[cyberknight]

the fuji did come in charcoal in 2015
8 speed claris with external cables

10.5 kg

the boardman looks like it has had the shifters changed ? original spec 2011 had the old thumb shifter 9 speed sora on the inside but that looks to have been changed on that photo ?
9.6 kg

Im biased as i have my 2011 team which was the next model up and i still love mine but an 11 year old bike would have to have been well looked after, that one doesnt have the stock wheels which in itself could be good , if it all works it comes down to wear and what the frame condition is ?

 

[Cycleops]

If looking at any bike on the £150-250 range you might need to spend a bit replacing worn out parts/tyres but might still represent good value.

 

[huggybear0]

If looking at any bike on the £150-250 range you might need to spend a bit replacing worn out parts/tyres but might still represent good value.

Hi. Thanks I am happy to do that so I can make improvements.

 

[huggybear0]

I got messed about with the Boardman made arrangements to inspect and then got message it was sold.

I have seen a Kona Zang 2013. He wants £250.

I can’t find a great deal of info on it. Any thoughts.