gear, bike, riding techniques for a noob

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thoughts?

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/m...03606.html

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/mcy/1122036750.html

I don't know if I really want to drop the $$ for this guy

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/mcy/1141701519.html

RJ what are your thoughts on this guy?

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/m...75232.html

or if I'm feeling spendy

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/mcy/1108874418.html