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Also check out the resources page; DC tri posted a handout with suggestions where to buy a bike and what type of bike may be best for you. You may also like a hybrid.
Chelsea, I’m so sorry to hear your bike was stolen! That really stinks. I echo those who mentioned craigslist and FB marketplace; just look at how ads are written to try and screen if they’re stolen (this may have been more of a problem in Philadelphia, where I lived before, than DC). Maybe also post in the general DC tri club forum and FB? I’ve seen a few people selling old gear as they upgrade.
I’m no expert, but since you’re just entering the world of triathlon (like all of us), I’d make sure the bike really works for commuting and your day-to-day needs. I have an endurance road bike, which means it’s a little more comfortable (less aero and slightly wider tires). You’re not fully upright, but you’re not fully hunched over all the time. It has drops but you don’t have to ride that way all the time! I like going into the drops on downhill or just to change up my position, but don’t spend all my time there. You have a few arm position options!
My bike is a 2016 Fuji with a Shimano 105 gearset (I found changing gears with the 105 to be worth the cost over Ultegra). Other popular brands are specialized and Lucy. I know a few folks who got their road bikes from REI.
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Thanks, Kyoko! It was lovely meeting you and the team yesterday, and I’m so thankful to everything y’all have done and organized. I didn’t see the link to the training plan. Did that get posted yet? Wanted to review it since it’s officially Week 1! Thanks again.</p>
I had plantar several years ago, caused by ramping up my mileage too quickly. Superfeet insoles helped a lot; you can get them at REI or most running stores. I put them in all my shoes now. I also try to incorporate deep stretching/yoga the rest of the week and cutting my distance substantially and then rebuilding slowly.