u/flooder_31

looking to buy my first road bike and I want to know if this is any good. there asking $600 looks to be in good condition and seems to be my sizes. would this be a good beginner bike. the add and info is below.

Great condition 2019 Norco Valence Sora(bought brand new in 2021 for $1100+). This is an excellent endurance road bike designed for comfortable long rides, commuting, or getting into road cycling. Only about 10 hours of total ride time on the bike. Minor scratch on frame(see picture). I believe the size is 55.5, I’m 5’10 and it’s been great for me.

2019 Norco Valence Sora – Specifications

Frame: Norco Valence endurance aluminum frame

Fork: Carbon fork with aluminum steerer

Headset: Sealed cartridge integrated headset

Drivetrain: Shimano Sora 2×9

Shifters: Shimano Sora ST-R3000

Front Derailleur: Shimano Sora FD-R3000

Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora RD-R3000

Crankset: Shimano Sora FC-R3000 (50/34T compact)

Cassette: Shimano HG200 9-speed (11-32T)

Chain: KMC X9

Brakes: Tektro R317 dual-pivot rim brakes

Wheelset: Alloy double-wall rims

Front Hub: Alloy 9×100mm quick release

Rear Hub: Alloy 10×130mm quick release

Tires: Schwalbe Lugano 700×28c

Handlebar: Norco alloy endurance handlebar

Stem: Norco alloy stem

Seatpost: Norco alloy 27.2mm

Saddle: Norco Sport saddle

Bottom Bracket: Shimano Hollowtech II (threaded BSA)

Extras:

• Fender and rack mounts

• Endurance geometry for comfortable long rides

looking to buy my first road bike. im looking at this bike and wanted to know if its worth getting. it seems to be the right size for me but I know nothing about the brand of bike. hoping someone could tell me if this is a good bike for a beginner rider. there asking $600the bike looks in good condition and clean in the photos.