I need a decent bicycle. *** BOUGHT ONE ***

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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - I need a decent bicycle. *** BOUGHT ONE ***

Posted: 11/1/2006 8:33:36 AM EDT

It will probably be on pavement 80% of the time and no severe off-roading when it is off the pavement. I need something to help re-hab my Achilles tendon and get a few (dozen) pounds off. Any suggestions would be helpful. I don't need the latest and greatest, but I want decent quality. Are the 26" Mongoose mountain bikes at Wal-Mart worth a flip for $275? I'm 6'0" and 300 and some change in weight.

Posted: 11/1/2006 10:19:36 AM EDT

[#1]

Posted: 11/1/2006 10:35:12 AM EDT

[#2]

Honestly, if you want to shed weight and get into to tip top shape then you should buy a road bike. Skinny tires. You can burn about 2,500 calories on a 2-3 hour ride averaging 15 mph. Start by riding at the silver comet trail because it is flat, straight and long. Before you know it you will have lost a lot of weight.

I own a Trek 1500. The more money you spend the lighter the bike and better the componentry. I bought my bike at cycleworks and they have lifetime service when you buy a bike there. Good luck.

Posted: 11/1/2006 3:33:55 PM EDT

[#3]

I agree with navyguns45. I wouldn't wast the money at wally world. You should probably
get a large frame bike, if your frame is the wrong size you won't be comfortable at all. Check out a local bike shop for used bikes. They will be happy to help no matter what your skill level or cycling goals may be.

Posted: 11/1/2006 3:49:18 PM EDT

[#4]

I went and test drove a Gary Fisher today that I think is perfect for me. I almost bought it but realized it was for sale at MSRP. I don't pay MSRP for anything. Even if it is only $0.50, I'm not paying full price. I called around to other dealers, and I was able to find it for $50 less somewhere else. I'm going to give today's dealer a shot at my business since they were very nice, but that extra $50 will get me a helmet, too.

Posted: 11/1/2006 4:11:54 PM EDT

[#5]

Make sure to wear your Yamika when you go buy it.

Posted: 11/1/2006 5:03:03 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
I went and test drove a Gary Fisher today that I think is perfect for me. I almost bought it but realized it was for sale at MSRP. I don't pay MSRP for anything. Even if it is only $0.50, I'm not paying full price. I called around to other dealers, and I was able to find it for $50 less somewhere else. I'm going to give today's dealer a shot at my business since they were very nice, but that extra $50 will get me a helmet, too.

These are quite cheap and hey, you could make some extra money giving people rides while you work out.

Posted: 11/1/2006 5:16:13 PM EDT

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Quoted:

These are quite cheap and hey, you could make some extra money giving people rides while you work out.

www.canr.msu.edu/vanburen/India/images/roads25.jpg

Problem is, he speaks engrish.

Posted: 11/2/2006 3:20:17 PM EDT

[#8]

I got one today from a shop in Douglasville. I took it out for a spin this afternoon and was pleasantly pleased. I ended up getting a Trek 7.2FX.

Posted: 11/2/2006 3:58:18 PM EDT

[#9]

where do you mount your primary and your back up on that thing? just kidding.

Posted: 11/2/2006 6:52:18 PM EDT

[#10]

You gonna get a bike rack for your vehicle?

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - I need a decent bicycle. *** BOUGHT ONE ***

Hometown » Georgia

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