New vs Used

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As mentioned in previous posts, this is really my first season riding, but I've experienced a certain amount of stoke thus far and I'd like to continue to pursue it as a hobby.

When I look at bikes, I'm starting to think it might be better to buy a good used bike with quality components vs. a new, but lower end bike.

It seems to me for $700-$800 I can get an ok used bike to bang on this summer and make sure it's something I want to do vs. dropping $1,500 on a new bike off the rack. Thoughts?

http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/bik/352289361.html

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/348511912.html

http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/348508438.html