I'm shopping with my girlfriend to find a good deal on a used road bike and today I came across a really nice looking Trek Cyclocross bike for about $400 - the bike looks mint in the photos.
What are the major differences between a CX bike and a true road bike other than the obvious (knobby tires, mtb derailleurs and such) items?
Would/Could a CX bike make for a good firt time road bike for someone looking to get into road riding at a casual/recreational/charity ride level?
Here's a link to the bike in question: http://boston.craigslist.org/bik/66954798.html
Thanks.
Mark
What are the major differences between a CX bike and a true road bike other than the obvious (knobby tires, mtb derailleurs and such) items?
Would/Could a CX bike make for a good firt time road bike for someone looking to get into road riding at a casual/recreational/charity ride level?
Here's a link to the bike in question: http://boston.craigslist.org/bik/66954798.html
Thanks.
Mark