Mountain Bike recommendations?
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
I don’t have any recommendations for a specific brand, but I wanted to give you some idea of what to look for and what not to look for. First off, if your not doing major down hill stuff, don’t get a full suspension mt bike. they are a total waste of money and they steal the inertia of pedaling. There are some new designs lately, most notably from Specialized (base at $1700ish) that use an oil seal to lock out the rear shock unless you hit a decent bump. But most likely you really don’t need it. You can get a good hard tail bike (front suspension only) for the same price of an ‘ok’ full suspension. This is especially true if you are gona ride it on the road. Full suspension sucks on a road. John Conwell
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
This is a little more than $500 (its a concept motorcycle and like $250K) but it's awesome Dodge V10 Tomahawk Motorcycle[^]...a motorcycle with a 500 hp Viper engine in it...top speed 400 mph :omg: 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds... Steve
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This is a little more than $500 (its a concept motorcycle and like $250K) but it's awesome Dodge V10 Tomahawk Motorcycle[^]...a motorcycle with a 500 hp Viper engine in it...top speed 400 mph :omg: 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds... Steve
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
actually,i think i'm lucky... :) In my country,you can buy a full suspension mt bike within $150 :) that's true ... incredible isn't it?
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
Back in the day (1996 ish) the best cheap bikes were from Giant. Dont' know if that is still true, but I bought a Giant, the model was called a Yukon back in 1994 I think, it was solid as a tank (almost as heavy) and I gave it to a buddy who is still riding it to this day and hasn't managed to kill it. It was a completely non-suspension bike and I rode it in some very heavy duty places that would qualify as "sick" by any standards. Many times I would endo going down a rock face, manage to get my feet planted and run away from the bike as it tumbled end over end down a 30 foot stretch to crash into a tree more often than not at the bottom. I also learned to bunny hop with it and I weigh 230 pounds. I only switched bikes because the Rocky Mountain seemed cooler at the time and I was getting to the point where I really wanted a front suspension bike. I still have the Rocky Mountain (Hammer Race edition) from 1996 and I just rode it yesterday. All in all though, do what I did: Go into as many different shops as possible. Outline what kind of riding you do, ask for their recommendations. Pool it all together and decide. Most small bike shops are run by very responsible people who ride themselves and will give good advice as long as you don't piss them off. The bike store guy / gal is your friend and should be carefully cultivated. The absolute best is to find a bike shop owner who also does the repairs, they tend to have the absolute best advice.
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This is a little more than $500 (its a concept motorcycle and like $250K) but it's awesome Dodge V10 Tomahawk Motorcycle[^]...a motorcycle with a 500 hp Viper engine in it...top speed 400 mph :omg: 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds... Steve
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actually,i think i'm lucky... :) In my country,you can buy a full suspension mt bike within $150 :) that's true ... incredible isn't it?
$150?? I bet there is a crappy Top-Gun front suspension! Rickard Andersson Here is my card, contact me later! UIN: 50302279 Sonork: 37318
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
DiamondBack WildWood Delux. I bought mine (2003 model) in July at Dicks for about $300. My girlfriend and I both got ones to go riding on trails around Pittsburgh (some hilly). It's definitly the best bike I have owned and I am completly happy with it. http://www.diamondback.com/items.asp?deptid=6&itemid=92[^] John
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
Just make sure you buy a bike which uses "standard components". That way you can replace and/or upgrade parts. Shimano components are good. You should probably try a couple of bikes before you settle for a specific frame material. Some like steel, some like aluminium and some don't and choose titanium. Just don't buy that $100 bike at Wal-Mart. It'll break before you've come down from the hill. ;) -- Seraphim Shock. Gold for your ears.
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
I am not a mountain bike expert, but as someone who has ridden and raced road bikes for years I urge you to buy whatever bike you choose from a local bike shop (LBS). Walmart, K-mart, and Sportmart are NOT bike shops. The LBS should offer to fit you to the bike - this is very important - and allow you to ride several models around the block or so. When something goes wrong, the LBS will be the best place to take it. Very often they'll even fix stuff for free. $500 - $600 will get you a decent starter bike and is enough money to warrant taking the time at a decent store. If you're caught between models, my advice has always been to go with the best frame. Components can be switched out later. Cannondale, Giant, Specialized, Diamondback, Fuji are but a few who offer good bikes in your price range. Eventually, you will want to get a roadie! There's nothing like riding your first century. :-D
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
As a lot of people already said: Major brand at the LBS, Front susp. only and Shimano components (Deore or Deore LX). Take an extra look at the wheels. This is the part where most manufacturers "cheat". Shimano hubs+DT spokes+Mavic rims are good stuff. NO discbrakes at this pricerange, they WILL suck. Fork (susp.) from Rockshox, Manitou or Marzocchi. And don't forget a helmet that you WILL wear... And if the paths that I have followed/have tread against the flow/there is no need for sorrow I am coming home Return, Crüxshadows
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I'm looking at getting a bike, both for riding the bike trails on the hills behind my house and for normal street type stuff. And before you start suggesting some $1200 bike...I'd like to keep it at or around (below works too :-D) $500-$600. Any recommendations?
I passionately hate the idea of being with it, I think an artist has always to be out of step with his time. -Orson Welles
Giant makes 8 of the top ten frames. Including Schwinn raleigh and Trek, (at least about every Trek that isn't carbon fiber) Anyway, you can get a new Yukon for $429.95 (it includes disc brakes) Or you can go up from there. And unlike a previous mention about going to Dick's sporting goods. You get a Bike-Shop quality bike. If your ever near Reading, PA let me know. I can get you a deal (cough... at least some free accessories)