Looking for help with my first bike

Your friend was right. Buy an off the peg (OTP) bike, or if you have the time and patience, build up one from scratch.

But do ignore the bullshit that says that one is better than the other, as that will be that person's opinion, and they can't speak for you, or anyone else.

You can even buy a pre-owned OTP, and slowly upgrade that....selling unwanted parts as you go along.

Its your choice, so go with your gut feelings, and make up your own mind about preachy nonsense on here.

Oh yes, if you do go the DIY route, select a nice classically proportioned steel frame, from a recognised maker. It will do you proud in the end.

Okay i got what you mean:)
Is Charge Plug Racer "a nice classically proportioned steel frame, from a recognised maker" ? I quite like the frame and have thoughts to upgrade it. oh also the bianchi pista, but people here seem to think that the price not acceptale now. (550pound)
Cheers.