I'm looking into an entry level road-racing bike to take my casual-commuter self to the next level. my budget is around $1300.
My LBS has a deal on a MARES focus cyclocross bike, new for $1200.
Is this a bad Idea if I plan on primarily road racing? (I'm not opposed to cyclocross too but haven't looked into it at all)
I don't want to gimp myself on my purchase but I'm also curious if the differences between the two won't really mean much unless I was already a professional.
Alternatively I could just get this guy:
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bid/5993602619.htmlany advice appreciated!