Which companies make good bikes?

[aphex]

Looking for something sub $150 if possible... Don't have lots of dough, but also dont want to skimp too much....

What bikes do you reccomend for riding around town. Not going incredibly long distances (no more than 7-8 miles a day) and since im in Florida, i wont be climbing mountains or really taking her offroad that often.... if at all....

 

[Zim Hosein]

sub $150

You might be stuck w/ the bike section at your local Toys 'R Us aphex

 

[aphex]

http://www.thesportsauthority....&parentPage=family

Doesnt seem too bad....... Is it?

 

[Anubis]

thats bad

honestly spending less then 300-400$ on a bike is risky, and seeing as thats a full susp bike its even more risky

 

[csyberblue]

Originally posted by: aphex
http://www.thesportsauthority....&parentPage=family

Doesnt seem too bad....... Is it?

that's a nice looking bike.

 

[aphex]

Originally posted by: Anubis
thats bad

honestly spending less then 300-400$ on a bike is risky, and seeing as thats a full susp bike its even more risky

Im by no means a serious cyclist, nor do i plan to be. I think for my purposes, spending $300-400 would be overkill.

 

[Anubis]

well spend you money on a Hard tail bike then you will get more for your money

 

[Viper GTS]

Find something used. Definitely hardtail, in that price range I'd probably avoid suspension entirely.

Avoid department store brands at all cost, you want a low end but solid bike shop brand. Trek has some pretty decent low end stuff, used you should be able to find something in that price range.

Viper GTS

 

[Viper GTS]

Originally posted by: aphex

Originally posted by: Anubis
thats bad

honestly spending less then 300-400$ on a bike is risky, and seeing as thats a full susp bike its even more risky

Im by no means a serious cyclist, nor do i plan to be. I think for my purposes, spending $300-400 would be overkill.

$300-400 is the extreme bottom end of quality. Unfortunately once you've ridden a good bike you'll hate the department store stuff.

Viper GTS

 

[pmoa]

its called HUFFY!

 

[aphex]

Found two trek dealers in the area, i'll swing by tomm....

Any reputable online dealers for good bikes? I know bikes are something you def want to buy in person so you get one that fits you right, but i just wanted to poke around.

Im bored and procrastinating....

 

[Viper GTS]

Originally posted by: aphex
Found two trek dealers in the area, i'll swing by tomm....

Any reputable online dealers for good bikes? I know bikes are something you def want to buy in person so you get one that fits you right, but i just wanted to poke around.

Im bored and procrastinating....

http://www.supergo.com/

I picked up my i-Drive there.

Viper GTS

 

[GiLtY]

Get a Huffy at Target for $50.

--GiLtY

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: Viper GTS
Find something used. Definitely hardtail, in that price range I'd probably avoid suspension entirely.

Avoid department store brands at all cost, you want a low end but solid bike shop brand. Trek has some pretty decent low end stuff, used you should be able to find something in that price range.

Viper GTS

I agree that he should consider a used bike.

I'm not sure how far Orlando is from you but here are a few used bikes.

Any local bike dealer should have a bulletin board with used bikes advertised.

 

[Atlechnik]

Originally posted by: csyberblue

Originally posted by: aphex
http://www.thesportsauthority....&parentPage=family

Doesnt seem too bad....... Is it?

that's a nice looking bike.

nice looking doesn't say anything about the quality. Mangoose makes okay bikes, would not recomment it. Look into hybrids bicycles, they are perfect for what you want. Giant makes some nice bikes, might want to try the Cypress or Boulder. I would suggest specialized but they dont have any for sub 150 dollars. For the price your looking for, you might want to try walmart or target

 

[LongCoolMother]

wont get anything good with that price bracket. if you muist, then just get the cheapest possible bike you can find that you are comfortable with at a dept store. then save up until you're past maybe $400. then you'll be able to get a worth-keeping (although not really worht upgrading) bike.

 

[aphex]

Originally posted by: RossMAN

Originally posted by: Viper GTS
Find something used. Definitely hardtail, in that price range I'd probably avoid suspension entirely.

Avoid department store brands at all cost, you want a low end but solid bike shop brand. Trek has some pretty decent low end stuff, used you should be able to find something in that price range.

Viper GTS

I agree that he should consider a used bike.

I'm not sure how far Orlando is from you but here are a few used bikes.

Any local bike dealer should have a bulletin board with used bikes advertised.

found this, http://tampa.craigslist.org/bik/38813972.html

 

[imported_hscorpio]

If your just cruising around on the streets then don't get a suspension bike(front or back). I LMAO when I see people bouncing up and down on those full suspension walmart bikes. It is a total waste of energy to ride a suspension bike on the street.

Also try to get something with quality derailers/gears (read shimano). Most people would be better off with a singlespeed than the cheap bikes with horible derailers.

I would try to find a used trek or specialized rigid-cruiser/comfort type bike.