9 straight days of bicycles

[SE-RIX]

i seriously need to get my ass on a bike. i drive too much. any suggestions on what kind of bicycle i should get?

[nemelek]

Originally Posted by SE-RIX

i seriously need to get my ass on a bike. i drive too much. any suggestions on what kind of bicycle i should get?

Start with an entry level mountain-cross over bike. Something where the tires aren't too knoby. Try Bicycle Village look for a Trek, Diamond back, or something similar for the $250 - $300. Look for comfort and proper fit. If in a years time you are still riding 3 times a week upgrade. If you have only rode it 3 times in the past year than you aren't out too much money. If you know what you are looking for try Craigs list to save big $$. Never get a bike from Wallmart.

[SE-RIX]

Originally Posted by nemelek

Start with an entry level mountain-cross over bike. Something where the tires aren't too knoby. Try Bicycle Village look for a Trek, Diamond back, or something similar for the $250 - $300. Look for comfort and proper fit. If in a years time you are still riding 3 times a week upgrade. If you have only rode it 3 times in the past year than you aren't out too much money. If you know what you are looking for try Craigs list to save big $$. Never get a bike from Wallmart.

my first thought was going on craigslist and getting somthing cheap but somthing that will do the job. you know?

[BailOut]

Originally Posted by SE-RIX

my first thought was going on craigslist and getting somthing cheap but somthing that will do the job. you know?

Yeah, I would definitely hit Craigslist and look for either a cruiser or hybrid (light mountain bike frame and handlebars with road-type tires and components) bicycle. Look for something rust-free and without frayed cables, etc., that looks like it has been kept lubricated. Avoid tires with dried out, cracked sidewalls.

Here's how to size a road bicycle:

Stand over the top tube (the one that goes from the seat to the handlebars) and lift the bicycle up levelly into your crotch. The tires should be 1-2" off the ground.

[SE-RIX]

Originally Posted by BailOut

Yeah, I would definitely hit Craigslist and look for either a cruiser or hybrid (light mountain bike frame and handlebars with road-type tires and components) bicycle. Look for something rust-free and without frayed cables, etc., that looks like it has been kept lubricated. Avoid tires with dried out, cracked sidewalls.

Here's how to size a road bicycle:

Stand over the top tube (the one that goes from the seat to the handlebars) and lift the bicycle up levelly into your crotch. The tires should be 1-2" off the ground.

dang, i really appricate that help. +1 for you my friend