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Bike purchase advice
Hello, I am looking to buy a bicycle and would like advice. It's been well over 10 years since I've regularly used a bicycle. I will mostly use a bike on roads, and bike paths around town--but may eventually want to go out and do some mountain bike riding, possibly more moderate terrain. Would a hybrid bike be good for this type of use? How about a hardtail bike, in case I do decide to go on some slightly rougher terrain? What brands are recommended? Does anyone have experience with the Trek 4300 or 3900? My budget is no higher than the mid-400's. -- richzip |
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richzip wrote: Would a hybrid bike be good for this type of use? How about a hardtail bike, in case I do decide to go on some slightly rougher terrain? A good hybrid should be able to handle moderately steep and rocky trails, but not as easily (or as fast) as a mountain bike. If you're serious about off-road riding, a mountain bike is a better idea. The hybrid will be lighter weight and more efficient on paved roads. What brands are recommended? Does anyone have experience with the Trek 4300 or 3900? My budget is no higher than the mid-400's. Trek, Specialized, and Giant all make decent quality low-end mountain bikes and hybrids. Trek also makes mountain bikes under the Klein and Gary Fisher brand names (don't know if any of those are in your price range). Find a good shop that can help fit the bike to you. |
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I am looking to buy a bicycle and would like advice. It's
been well over 10 years since I've regularly used a bicycle. Start easy, and buy a good quality used bike. I will mostly use a bike on roads, and bike paths around town --but may eventually want to go out and do some mountain bike riding, possibly more moderate terrain. Would a hybrid bike be good for this type of use? Yes. You may eventually want a mountain bike for off-road, though. What brands are recommended? Does anyone have experience with the Trek 4300 or 3900? My wife had a Trek 3900, a good bike for her until our daughter borrowed it, and it was stolen. My budget is no higher than the mid-400's. I believe we paid about $350 for my wife's Trek. -- "Bicycling is a healthy and manly pursuit with much to recommend it, and, unlike other foolish crazes, it has not died out." -- The Daily Telegraph (1877) |
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My wife bought an aluminum framed Trek hybrid for something like $200.
I was frankly amazed at how good a bike you can get these days for so little money (thank you, Chinese slave labor). It had an aluminum frame and twist shifters, plenty good for short rides and getting back into cycling. Anyway, I'd strongly suggest getting a very cheap hybrid, ride it for a few months to get your fitness back, and then look at something nicer. You'll have a better idea of what you want, and as long as you don't abuse it, you can probably resell the hybrid and recover most of the cost. |
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