need some bike advice-Panasonic, Eddie Bauer or Trek?

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2009-07-27 9:59 AM


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Subject: need some bike advice-Panasonic, Eddie Bauer or Trek?

Hi All,

I am doing my first tri in four weeks.  I have an Eddie Bauer Mountain Bike (maybe 9 years old) and a 20 year old Panasonic road bike.  I have trained with both and know the Panasonic is lighter -, but it's more difficult to shift-has the old gear shifting where I have to take my hand off the handlebar to shift.  I also have the opportunity to buy a Trek 730 for $100.  I am not fast-only been training since the end of June, but would like to know which bike would be the best to ride.  Is the Trek a good deal?  I am a stay at home mom of four children, so will not be spending big bucks on a bike, even if I do become addicted to this sport! (I LOVE training).
  My husband and my oldest son keep saying to me  "you are really into this, aren't you?" 


Thanks for the input!
Nichi 

2009-07-27 11:34 AM
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I would ride the Panasonic personally. I would spend the $100 on some new tires and maybe cables for the Panasonic. I wouldn't buy another bike.
2009-07-27 12:17 PM
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Subject: RE: need some bike advice-Panasonic, Eddie Bauer or Trek?
nichip - 2009-07-27 9:59 AM


  My husband and my oldest son keep saying to me  "you are really into this, aren't you?" 


Thanks for the input!
Nichi 



you really are not quite into it yet.

finish the 1st one, on w/e gear you have, don't spend a dime.  if you like it consider a bike and other gear.
2009-07-27 1:41 PM
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My recommendation is to ride the Panasonic.  Practice shifting and getting comfortable with only one hand on the bars.  Do a couple races and see how you feel about your continued interest in the sport before buying a bike.
2009-07-27 2:20 PM
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jeffy_101 - 2009-07-27 11:34 AM I would ride the Panasonic personally. I would spend the $100 on some new tires and maybe cables for the Panasonic. I wouldn't buy another bike.


Thanks!
Nichi 
2009-07-27 2:22 PM
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Tyrell - 2009-07-27 1:41 PM My recommendation is to ride the Panasonic.  Practice shifting and getting comfortable with only one hand on the bars.  Do a couple races and see how you feel about your continued interest in the sport before buying a bike.


Thanks!
Nichi 

2009-07-27 2:40 PM
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Subject: RE: need some bike advice-Panasonic, Eddie Bauer or Trek?
trix - 2009-07-27 12:17 PM
nichip - 2009-07-27 9:59 AM


  My husband and my oldest son keep saying to me  "you are really into this, aren't you?" 


Thanks for the input!
Nichi 



you really are not quite into it yet.

finish the 1st one, on w/e gear you have, don't spend a dime.  if you like it consider a bike and other gear.


Good advice. I can't imagine not liking becoming a triathlete!  I am loving the journey, anyway...
Thanks!
Nichi

 
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