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Posted: 5/12/2019 3:31:06 PM EDT
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One with the electric option.
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Posted: 5/12/2019 3:42:11 PM EDT
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You can find decent Giant and Specialized mountain bikes for under $500. I'd check to see if he'd tolerate a mountain bike though. It's kind of tough going from a somewhat smooth ride of a road bike to a mountain bike. The perk is he's doing it for health anyway so a little extra resistance is kind of the point, and he'll have the option to take it off the pavement if he wants.
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Posted: 5/12/2019 6:00:15 PM EDT
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Terratrike not cheap but very good back support.
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Posted: 5/12/2019 8:07:46 PM EDT
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Posted: 5/12/2019 8:09:26 PM EDT
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You can find decent Giant and Specialized mountain bikes for under $500. I'd check to see if he'd tolerate a mountain bike though. It's kind of tough going from a somewhat smooth ride of a road bike to a mountain bike. The perk is he's doing it for health anyway so a little extra resistance is kind of the point, and he'll have the option to take it off the pavement if he wants. |
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Posted: 5/12/2019 8:56:09 PM EDT
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Terratrike not cheap but very good back support. |
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Posted: 5/13/2019 6:34:45 PM EDT
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Definately buy at a bike shop and not at Dick's or Academy or heaven forbid, Wal-Mart or Target.
Check out something like this. Or this. Every major bike company has equivalents to these two bikes and Giant might be a bit less expensive. A good bike shop will make sure he gets on a bike that fits his needs, will make sure the bike fits him well (they often change out things like handlebars, stems, saddles for free at initial purchase) and it will be expertly built and tuned. A lot of bikes hops offer a lifetime of adjustments for the original owner of the bike. |
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Posted: 5/13/2019 6:46:11 PM EDT
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How flat is his riding area?
Take a look at a recumbent for him. I love my Bachetta Giro. |
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Posted: 5/13/2019 6:46:41 PM EDT
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Hybrids seem like a good deal because flat bars seem less intimidating. Then you realize there's only one position for your hands, and your hands go numb after a while. Drop bars offer more hand positions, and give you the chance to shift off and keep feeling in your hands. And drop bars don't necessarily mean bent-all-the-way-over any more, "gravel" and "endurance" bikes have pretty upright geometries. Go to a real bike store, not Dick's.
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Posted: 5/13/2019 6:59:11 PM EDT
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Shop at a Bike Store. Your Pop will probably have questions, want service, need advice etc. Your local Bike Shop will go all out for a customer. Dicks, not so much...
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Posted: 5/14/2019 1:00:52 AM EDT
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Good advice fellas. There's a shop near him. Maybe I'll see if my parents want to meet for lunch this weekend and go to the shop with him.
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Posted: 5/15/2019 2:21:41 PM EDT
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He needs to go sit on them. One brand size isn't the same as the other. Reach to the bars can be different. I went through three bikes last week until I found one that was just right.
My fiance is happy as a clam with her academy special. But her first priority was that it was purple so??? Lol. |
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Posted: 5/25/2019 7:41:25 PM EDT
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Went to my parent's today and my dad and I went to their local bike shop. VERY helpful staff. Explained we were looking for a bike for casual riding through parks and neighborhoods. And something a step above what you would get at Dick's. He led us to a Cannondale hybrid bike. We both really liked it. Even had the trigger shifters we like. It was $450 regular, but they're running a 20% off sale. Sadly, they didn't have the size he would need, but probably next week. Does arfcom say Cannondale is G2G?
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Posted: 5/25/2019 8:07:32 PM EDT
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Carbondale is fine for your purpose. Now that Lefty fork on their mountain bikes
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Posted: 5/25/2019 8:40:44 PM EDT
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Giant Sedona. Easier on the back than a mountain bike or hybrid.
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Posted: 5/25/2019 8:56:54 PM EDT
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I have an old Giant Boulder MTB, a 2005 I think. the trigger shifters are nice! It's kind of heavy though.
SO, my road bike is a Raleigh Cadent 2, with the triggers and disk brakes. It's fast and very nimble. And yes, definitely go to your local bike shop. They'll discuss all the options available, get him fitted to the right size bike (so important!) and yeah, take the bike in over the winter and let them tune it up. When I first got the Giant, it was 2nd or 3rd hand and 10 years old. Chain derailed often, shimmied when rolling, shifted funky. 100 bucks, and bam thing is like new! |
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Posted: 5/25/2019 9:16:25 PM EDT
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I bailed at the mention of "dicks"
op is clueless |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 10:58:01 AM EDT
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I bailed at the mention of "dicks" op is clueless You're like "that guy" who works behind a gun counter. |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 12:09:26 PM EDT
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This site was targeted and seeds of disconnect were sown for some time now. Lots of thoughtful posters have moved on or just spend their time in the subforums now.
GD used to have a good mix of thought and asshattery but the past year has not been kind. I have heard it was great before I had ever heard of it. Oh and the Cannondale will be a good bike for him. |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 1:22:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I swear, arfcom is turning more and more into elitist dicks. What is this trend lately where more and more people show up into threads with this attitude of: I'm more knowledgeable than you on a topic you're asking about. But rather than share my knowledge, I'm going to add nothing to the thread but let you know I know more than you. You're like "that guy" who works behind a gun counter. |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 2:39:00 PM EDT
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Go ahead and support an anti-American/firearms hating organization. Its your money, just don’t expect people here to be on your side. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: I swear, arfcom is turning more and more into elitist dicks. What is this trend lately where more and more people show up into threads with this attitude of: I'm more knowledgeable than you on a topic you're asking about. But rather than share my knowledge, I'm going to add nothing to the thread but let you know I know more than you. You're like "that guy" who works behind a gun counter.
I used to roll my eyes at the gun specific sub-reddits where people in the comments would reference the "attitude" of ar15.com. But I'm starting to understand what they mean. And even if I chose to purchase a bike at Dick's, the approval of someone who contributed nothing to the conversation (hint: you), is the last thing I care about. Pro-Tip: if you think you're going to go through life being a customer only to places that openly support the 2A, then you're delusional. |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 2:44:33 PM EDT
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This site was targeted and seeds of disconnect were sown for some time now. Lots of thoughtful posters have moved on or just spend their time in the subforums now. GD used to have a good mix of thought and asshattery but the past year has not been kind. I have heard it was great before I had ever heard of it. Oh and the Cannondale will be a good bike for him. Anyway, the Cannondale seems like the one he wants. I think I'm going to get one too. |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 4:15:10 PM EDT
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I went to Dick's where my dad found a bike he liked, then asked people to recommend brands. People gave advice that I followed by then taking him to an actual bike store. If you had bothered to read the thread replies before flaunting your E-penis around, you would see that I followed the actual contributing member's advice. This thread was full of good info I used before you showed up. But whatever man, you're just part of an ever increasing trend of people on ARFCOM. Someone asks for advice, and rather than be part of the solution, people just like you would rather shit all over a thread. And this isn't even GD
I used to roll my eyes at the gun specific sub-reddits where people in the comments would reference the "attitude" of ar15.com. But I'm starting to understand what they mean. And even if I chose to purchase a bike at Dick's, the approval of someone who contributed nothing to the conversation (hint: you), is the last thing I care about. Pro-Tip: if you think you're going to go through life being a customer only to places that openly support the 2A, then you're delusional. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Quoted: I swear, arfcom is turning more and more into elitist dicks. What is this trend lately where more and more people show up into threads with this attitude of: I'm more knowledgeable than you on a topic you're asking about. But rather than share my knowledge, I'm going to add nothing to the thread but let you know I know more than you. You're like "that guy" who works behind a gun counter.
I used to roll my eyes at the gun specific sub-reddits where people in the comments would reference the "attitude" of ar15.com. But I'm starting to understand what they mean. And even if I chose to purchase a bike at Dick's, the approval of someone who contributed nothing to the conversation (hint: you), is the last thing I care about. Pro-Tip: if you think you're going to go through life being a customer only to places that openly support the 2A, then you're delusional. You said right there, "we went to Dick's.." why even step foot in the place? it's like saying 'we went to hilary clinton's office for advice about email servers'. Go where ever you want, but be ready to take some flack for admitting you visit a known contributor to the fight against everyone's rights, especially ones that are the cornerstone of this sites existence. Quoted:
My dad wants to get back into cycling for health and needs a good bike. Many years ago he bought an expensive road bike. He says it's too big for him. We went to Dick's and he liked the hybrid bikes with trigger type gear shifters. Can anyone recommend a bike with trigger shifters for $500 or under? Doesn't have to be top tier. He said beginner level will suit his needs. He's 65, recently dropped some weight by logging his calories, so I want him to get something he'll like so he'll continue taking care of himself. Thanks! |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 5:17:12 PM EDT
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you're right, I didn't read the entire post at first, but why should I ? (original quoted below).. You said right there, "we went to Dick's.." why even step foot in the place? it's like saying 'we went to hilary clinton's office for advice about email servers'. Go where ever you want, but be ready to take some flack for admitting you visit a known contributor to the fight against everyone's rights, especially ones that are the cornerstone of this sites existence. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Quoted: I swear, arfcom is turning more and more into elitist dicks. What is this trend lately where more and more people show up into threads with this attitude of: I'm more knowledgeable than you on a topic you're asking about. But rather than share my knowledge, I'm going to add nothing to the thread but let you know I know more than you. You're like "that guy" who works behind a gun counter.
I used to roll my eyes at the gun specific sub-reddits where people in the comments would reference the "attitude" of ar15.com. But I'm starting to understand what they mean. And even if I chose to purchase a bike at Dick's, the approval of someone who contributed nothing to the conversation (hint: you), is the last thing I care about. Pro-Tip: if you think you're going to go through life being a customer only to places that openly support the 2A, then you're delusional. You said right there, "we went to Dick's.." why even step foot in the place? it's like saying 'we went to hilary clinton's office for advice about email servers'. Go where ever you want, but be ready to take some flack for admitting you visit a known contributor to the fight against everyone's rights, especially ones that are the cornerstone of this sites existence. Quoted:
My dad wants to get back into cycling for health and needs a good bike. Many years ago he bought an expensive road bike. He says it's too big for him. We went to Dick's and he liked the hybrid bikes with trigger type gear shifters. Can anyone recommend a bike with trigger shifters for $500 or under? Doesn't have to be top tier. He said beginner level will suit his needs. He's 65, recently dropped some weight by logging his calories, so I want him to get something he'll like so he'll continue taking care of himself. Thanks! |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 9:14:18 PM EDT
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Please keep this thread on course
I suggest taking him to a locally owned bike shop if possible |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 11:14:36 PM EDT
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Please keep this thread on course I suggest taking him to a locally owned bike shop if possible Cannondale is a fine brand. I’d suggest he spend a little money on a better seat than the bike comes with. Factory seats are usually trash. A decent shop can figure out what seat works best for his ass. Being comfortable on a bike is important. |
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Posted: 5/26/2019 11:34:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:[/b] Quote HistoryQuoted:[/b] This site was targeted and seeds of disconnect were sown for some time now. Lots of thoughtful posters have moved on or just spend their time in the subforums now. GD used to have a good mix of thought and asshattery but the past year has not been kind. I have heard it was great before I had ever heard of it. Oh and the Cannondale will be a good bike for him.  on a pretty regular basis while reading replies to posts.
Relevant to thread: OP is definately on the right track and if biking is for his dad (and/or him) it becomes worse than Black Rifle Disease. See my Avatar for proof. 
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Posted: 5/27/2019 5:43:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: He said he did before the nonsense started. Cannondale is a fine brand. I’d suggest he spend a little money on a better seat than the bike comes with. Factory seats are usually trash. A decent shop can figure out what seat works best for his ass. Being comfortable on a bike is important. Dicks is not a locally owned bike shop |
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Posted: 5/27/2019 9:52:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A locally opened mom and pop bike shop.... one that will spend the time to order, fit, and size you Dicks is not a locally owned bike shop Quote HistoryQuoted: A locally opened mom and pop bike shop.... one that will spend the time to order, fit, and size you Dicks is not a locally owned bike shop Quoted:
Went to my parent's today and my dad and I went to their local bike shop. VERY helpful staff. |
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Posted: 5/27/2019 4:34:22 PM EDT
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That’s what he did. OP actually took the advice he was given. They don’t sell Cannondale at Dicks. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: A locally opened mom and pop bike shop.... one that will spend the time to order, fit, and size you Dicks is not a locally owned bike shop Quoted:
Went to my parent's today and my dad and I went to their local bike shop. VERY helpful staff. |
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