- My Forums
- Tiger Rant
- LSU Recruiting
- SEC Rant
- Saints Talk
- Pelicans Talk
- More Sports Board
- Fantasy Sports
- Golf Board
- Soccer Board
- O-T Lounge
- Tech Board
- Home/Garden Board
- Outdoor Board
- Health/Fitness Board
- Movie/TV Board
- Book Board
- Music Board
- Political Talk
- Money Talk
- Fark Board
- Gaming Board
- Travel Board
- Food/Drink Board
- Ticket Exchange
- TD Help Board
Customize My Forums- View All Forums
- Show Left Links
- Topic Sort Options
- Trending Topics
- Recent Topics
- Active Topics
Started By
Message
looking to get into cycling -- bike advice
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:18 am
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:18 am
Should I look on Craigslist? How much can I get a good starter bike? I'm guessing I should look for a road bike. Any recs on a solid starter bike?
26
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:19 am to TheOcean
I thought you were in the Marines.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:20 am to TheOcean
Be prepared to get little to no helpful advice and a ton of comments about how cyclists are the worst people in the world outside people who do crossfit.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:22 am to King Teal
Frick road riding...Mountain Biking in the woods FTW!
I own a Trek 320 hardtail I bought back in 2000. Still love riding the trails with that old thang
I own a Trek 320 hardtail I bought back in 2000. Still love riding the trails with that old thang
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:23 am to TheOcean
Just stay off the damn road please.
Honestly though go into a bike shop and get fitted. Then if you want to buy on CL make sure the measurements are ok.
If you get an ill fitting bike you will hate cycling and have back and knee pain.
Honestly though go into a bike shop and get fitted. Then if you want to buy on CL make sure the measurements are ok.
If you get an ill fitting bike you will hate cycling and have back and knee pain.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:25 am to TheOcean
quote:
Should I look on Craigslist? How much can I get a good starter bike? I'm guessing I should look for a road bike. Any recs on a solid starter bike?
My buddy has a "Specialized"? I believe that is the brand. don't know where they "start"? His was ON SALE for 4 about $3,000.
You can pick that whole damn bike up with on finger though.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:27 am to TheOcean
For a beginner, buy a decent used mountain bike on craigslist. Don't get a road bike. See trek stumpjumper
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:28 am to TheOcean
quote:
Any recs
Ride clean and ride slow. 3rd wheel a must.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:29 am to tigertyler
I just got into it this past year too. Several models that are popular for beginners are Specialized Allez, Giant Defy 3, and Diamondback Century 1. If you are buying new, expect to pay close to $1000 for your bike. If you're buying from Craigslist, it will depend. The advantage of buying new is that you can always bring in your bike to the shop, and chances are they'll make adjustments for you free of charge.
I ended up with a Specialized Allez Sport that I got at the Bike Shop off of Cloverland, and I love it. I just passed 1000 miles since the beginning of June yesterday.
I ended up with a Specialized Allez Sport that I got at the Bike Shop off of Cloverland, and I love it. I just passed 1000 miles since the beginning of June yesterday.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:30 am to TheOcean
I used to ride and race, my advice to you is MAGA!
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:32 am to Tigeralum2008
quote:
Frick road riding...Mountain Biking in the woods FTW!
This dude knows what's up
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:33 am to Tigeralum2008
Are mountain bikes decent starter bikes? Still need to get fitted for one?
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:35 am to RJL2
I value my limbs so I will not be riding on the road
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:35 am to TheOcean
Yes. Much easier and more enjoyable to ride. And you won't be buying new tires once a month.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:42 am to TheOcean
theres some pretty terrible advice in here, regarding choosing mountain bike over road bike. it all depends on the riding you want to do. if the majority of your riding is going to be on paved road for endurance or exercise it makes absolutely no sense to buy a mountain bike. you will be able to go much faster, longer and harder on a road bike. there is no comparison.
update OP with what type of riding you're planning on doing/what you hope to get out of it ... and you will get much better advice.
update OP with what type of riding you're planning on doing/what you hope to get out of it ... and you will get much better advice.
This post was edited on 10/28/16 at 9:44 am
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:44 am to PhilipMarlowe
98% of my riding will be on pavement
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:44 am to King Teal
He's an attorney baw
I don't think he's jag
I don't think he's jag
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:46 am to lsucoonass
Couldn't get my run time down for marine OCS. Those frickers want a perfect 300 for OCS
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:46 am to PhilipMarlowe
quote:
you will be able to go much faster, longer and harder on a road bike. there is no comparison.
bullshite, you absolutely can go hard on a trail and be completely wiped out at the end. Plus the varying elevations and steep slopes make it much more challenging and enjoyable
It isn't as challenging here as it is in a place with lots of hills but the Comite trails in Central provide a great workout
If you are a guy like me who doesn't enjoy running because it gets boring, Mountain biking is the way to go
This post was edited on 10/28/16 at 9:47 am
Posted on 10/28/16 at 9:49 am to Tigeralum2008
There aren't any hills/good trails near me otherwise I'd definitely go for the mountain bije
Page 1 of 7
Popular
Back to top
Follow TigerDroppings for LSU Football News