Can you get a good road bike for $500? In this video, we share why we bought a road bike for £450, explore the strategies for buying entry level bikes in 2024, and look at the components and tech of a budget road bike!

0:00 We bought the best bike we could find for $450
0:21 What road bikes can you buy for under $500
0:57 Other entry level bikes we considered
1:32 Buying a discounted bike
2:12 What features come with an entry level bike?
3:28 Entry level groupset and gears
5:27 Budget road bike vs more expensive bikes
6:16 What are the drawbacks of a budget road bike?
6:53 Brakes on a budget road bike
7:19 Upgrading your tyres
8:12 Enjoyment above all else!
8:52 Best upgrades to an entry level bike?

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