Posted 3/17/2024, 10:39:52 AM
Used Pinarello vs New Boardman: Does a Used Bike Offer Better Value?
- Ollie compared a new £450 Boardman road bike to a used £500 Pinarello to see if a used bike offers better value
- The Pinarello was 2kg lighter and had 10 gears instead of 8, making it 47 secs faster over a hilly 30 min test ride
- But the Boardman had wider gearing for easier climbing and could fit wider 28mm tires for more comfort
- The Pinarello felt snappier to ride but was less forgiving over rough terrain due to narrow 25mm tires
- There are risks buying used, like hidden crash damage, but used can offer better performance if you find a bike in good condition