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re: looking to get into cycling -- bike advice
Posted on 10/28/16 at 2:53 pm to TheOcean
Posted on 10/28/16 at 2:53 pm to TheOcean
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I bought a Trek hybrid on Ebay for less than $200.00. It is a great starter bike. Hybrid bikes have tires wider than road bikes but less thick and knobby than mountain bikes. It is a good blend. Just a suggestion. Do research. Trek is a good proven bike. Some are better but not many.
I second this recommendation. I bought a new Trek Hybrid for around $500 last summer. It handles light off road trails and the road just fine. If you go the Craigs list route you may want to ask the seller to meet you at a bike shop and offer a deposit while the bike shop gives it a once over. I would bring any used bike to bike shop for a tune up and inspection first before I ride it.
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Posted on 10/28/16 at 3:24 pm to ThuperThumpin
Buy a bike that fits, and buy a bike that is a bit higher than you want to pay, as you get more into it you will be thankful to have a quality bike. Also with bikes, you get what you pay for.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 4:22 pm to CAD703X
If you can wait till January the bike shops usually have their sales at that time. Decent starter stuff cheap.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 4:39 pm to TheOcean
I bought a hybrid bike last spring(Giant brand). Spent like $600 on one (new). I just wanted a bike for exercise on mostly paved biking paths(my only time on roads is riding back and forth to the biking paths...and even then I'm avoiding major streets then and riding on residential neighborhood street whenever possible). Didn't want a road bike because I wasn't gonna be riding in the roads and wanted something with more versatile tires in case I want to ride the bike in gravel/dirt paths (we go camping usually in the summer and would be nice to bring the bike with me for some of the dirt paths I see near the campsites).
I love my bike fwiw. Still able to get some speed but I feel the bike is more stable to me on the thicker tires. If you are not gonna be riding streets...maybe consider a hybrid.
I love my bike fwiw. Still able to get some speed but I feel the bike is more stable to me on the thicker tires. If you are not gonna be riding streets...maybe consider a hybrid.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 4:41 pm to TheOcean
Buy used. So many people get into biking, buy expensive bikes and give it up in a few months that you can get a good bike at reduced prices. Some bike rental shops have good deals selling older inventory as well.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 5:37 pm to TheOcean
I have a hybrid (Giant brand). Paid $400. I can go on trails but not true mountain biking.
I also use it for doing Tri's. Sure I lose time to guys who spent a fortune but I'm not winning anyway so it works for me.
I also use it for doing Tri's. Sure I lose time to guys who spent a fortune but I'm not winning anyway so it works for me.
Posted on 10/28/16 at 5:56 pm to TheOcean
Well if you lived near SW Louisiana, I'm selling my bike now. I have an entry level road bike and I picked it up new for $500. I have no complaints about it just don't have the time to ride anymore. Masi is the brand name
Posted on 10/29/16 at 12:17 pm to KG6
Thanks for all the replies/advice guys.
Had some time to check out an old school bike shop here in my area. They sell all Raleigh bikes -- how are these bikes? The prices seemed fair and the people there were super helpful
Had some time to check out an old school bike shop here in my area. They sell all Raleigh bikes -- how are these bikes? The prices seemed fair and the people there were super helpful
Posted on 10/29/16 at 1:04 pm to SkepTic
Is it on letgo?
Posted on 10/30/16 at 9:57 am to TheOcean
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Had some time to check out an old school bike shop here in my area. They sell all Raleigh bikes -- how are these bikes? The prices seemed fair and the people there were super helpful
I bought a Raleigh as my first bike but got the Talus which is a mountain bike. Paid right at 350 or so three years ago for it and its been a good bike to start out with. Im now looking to get a road bike though.
My advice is to get a cheap bike to start out with. Riding a mountain bike on the road has worked for me all these years. Reason to get a cheap bike is to make aure you actually stick with riding AND youll learn what you like and dont like. There are tons of people who buy a 1000-1500 dollar bike thinking they will really get into it and then the bike collects dust. If you really get into it then you spring for a nicer bike.
How tall are you? Knowing your bike size will go a long way in finding a used bike on craigslist or one of the bike forums.
Posted on 10/30/16 at 10:11 am to TheOcean
I started out on a Giant Defy, and upgraded to a Specialized Tarmac, last year. How much are you looking to spend?
Posted on 10/30/16 at 10:14 am to Speedy G
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Oh please. There are millions of people out there enjoying riding aluminum frames, many of which have carbon forks.
I agree. I started on an aluminum frame, and rode it for a year and a half. Imo, components are more important.
Posted on 10/30/16 at 10:21 am to TheOcean
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Consensus best bet is to go to a bike shop?
yes
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Do they ever sell used bikes?
Most do. I know of 2 here in OKC that do.
This post was edited on 10/30/16 at 10:22 am
Posted on 10/30/16 at 10:50 am to TheOcean
Raleigh is a good brand.
I would recommend a cyclocross/gravel bike. You can fit much wider tires than you can on road bikes, are equally capable on pavement, and work well on single track. If it's mostly flat where you live, I'd go for simplicity and buy a singlespeed cyclocross bike. Simple setup, easy to maintain, and if there are any cyclocross races in the fall, well you already have a bike for it.
Raleigh even makes one. https://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/road/cyclocross/rxs
I would recommend a cyclocross/gravel bike. You can fit much wider tires than you can on road bikes, are equally capable on pavement, and work well on single track. If it's mostly flat where you live, I'd go for simplicity and buy a singlespeed cyclocross bike. Simple setup, easy to maintain, and if there are any cyclocross races in the fall, well you already have a bike for it.
Raleigh even makes one. https://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/road/cyclocross/rxs
Posted on 10/30/16 at 10:54 am to TheOcean
get a very expensive one so you can come back here and brag about how much OT baller money you threw away...
Posted on 10/30/16 at 11:03 am to TheOcean
I thought you lost a ban bet. What happened?
Posted on 10/30/16 at 11:05 pm to roadGator
What about clip pedals and shoes? I busted a pedal on mine yesterday and I'm thinking about clips. Any brands to avoid or certain ones that are better than the rest? I saw some combo on amazon that was shoes and pedals for $75. They were Venzo brand.
Posted on 10/30/16 at 11:48 pm to TheOcean
Raleigh has really improved their line up and quality in the last few years,they make some good, solid entry level bikes.
Posted on 10/31/16 at 1:47 am to TheOcean
If you can't even run 3 miles you should focus on training on that first. Then worry about getting a bike.
Once you're truly ready, you can check out Sauvage Lejeune bikes.
Once you're truly ready, you can check out Sauvage Lejeune bikes.
Posted on 10/31/16 at 6:19 am to TU Rob
Not really sure about brands, although I'm sure there are some to avoid. The real thing to be knowledgeable on is the types. There's 2 bolt cleats which are really for mountain biking, and 3 bolt cleats which are road type. The bolt just refers to how it screws to the bottom of your shoe. Then with 3 bolt, you have a few types... look/speedplay/etc.. you have to research or look at some YouTube videos to get a good idea of how they all work.
I started with the 2 bolt MTB style cleat. Two reasons. First was I had a cyclocross bike that I planned to take off road sometime and the MTB cleats are better for dirt and mud. Second, they are easier to use and you can walk around in most shoes easier. As you get more serious, you'll like the 3 bolt systems better, but for a beginner MTB shoes are fine.
Check performancebike dot com. They usually have some really cheap deals.
I started with the 2 bolt MTB style cleat. Two reasons. First was I had a cyclocross bike that I planned to take off road sometime and the MTB cleats are better for dirt and mud. Second, they are easier to use and you can walk around in most shoes easier. As you get more serious, you'll like the 3 bolt systems better, but for a beginner MTB shoes are fine.
Check performancebike dot com. They usually have some really cheap deals.
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