Moofers said:Well, all I can say is that I had a fixed gear bike 15 years ago, but called it a track bike because I actually raced it on a velodrome.
TheApatheticOne said:Well, this will certainly be a good thread to ask this in. I currently live within 2 minutes of a bike trail, and am very interested in getting a bike. Its been kinda rainy, but Ive started dieting a month ago but havent been able to go outside much. With spring time rolling around, Id really like to get a bike to ride every day on the bike trail. My question is what is a good quality bike that could hold up to everyday use from a substantially sized man (6'1, 300 lbs.), be comfortable to ride, and not break the bank?
tariq said:as for biking on the road tips...
stay near the curb
dont swerve back into the lane
slow down when going between a car and the curb
dont go between cars
watch out for sewers, tram/streetcar tracks
get a bell, it'll come in handy when passing and tellin people to move
basically common sense, and dont do what the crazy bicyclists do
Galactic Quail said:Guys, it's a single speed freewheel, NOT a fixie.
It wouldn't make any sense to have a coasting bike have a front brake only...
Dyno said:I wouldn't agree to this style of riding. There is a much better way.
Well just starter in terms of I don't bike regularly nowadays and I planned on starting back up. I guess I will just go to a local shop as you advised_Bro said:Starter bike for what? If you're commuting then it doesn't matter and racing is a lot to talk about.
Comfort and style are important in the decision process that shit matters. Best bet would be to go to a local bike store and tell them exactly what you plan to do.
FTH said:Hello, does anyone here bike exclusively? As in you don't drive around town at all? Or maybe you bike drastically more than you drive?
Also, I was wondering, what is a good starter bike at a reasonable price for use in a not too big but not too small college town? I just really need advice on beginner biking...
How do you deal with sweat/body odor after a ride?
How much money should a starter spend on a new bike?
What are the best ways to bike safely and also prevent theft?
Thanks if you guys can help me out here...
_Bro said:The seat post is probably low because she feels more comfortable riding like you're used to as a child, knees up. It looks goofy and will mess with her knees. After a couple long rides she'll probably want to raise the stem and get into comfort zone.
Not a big deal.
Ok, thank you! I'll keep a lookout for this.Antagon said:Unless you're in a town with a lot of elevation, you should see if you can find a second hand 'dutch' bike. As a dutchie I use a bike pretty much exclusively. Got a 90 euro bike a week back because my old one was stolen and it's fine for short trips (say 10-30 minutes).
With a dutch bike I mean something like this:
Important things about these bikes:
It has a chain case which prevents both the chain and your clothes from getting dirty, cuts back on maintenance a lot
you sit in an upright position which means you won't go fast, but you'll be comfortable and won't sweat because of the slower cycling. Drivers will also be more likely to spot you.
It's got a good luggage rack so friends can hitch a ride if necessary (should easilly handle 200 pounds) or hold a case of beer if you're doing groceries.
Because of the chain guards and fenders you can ride them in your everyday clothes or even a suit, without getting dirty.
Main downside is that they're usually heavy and they got 3 gears max so it's not that practical if you're in an area with lots of hills.
dude, the bike looks awesome. don't change a thingGalactic Quail said:Good idea. I'll be sure to talk to her about that. Thanks!
To the person who said about the front brake, i'll think about it.
turnbuckle said:Think i've made my mind up on the Trek 7500 hybrid
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Damn, that pictured turned out huge.
I'll mostly be riding it on some trails around here and to work and back (about a 7.5 mile distance).
JetBlackPanda said:quick question cycle Gaf! I used to ride a lot of BMX when I was younger and I am looking to get another bike for riding to the store or around the city with the wife. We have some hills but mostly it would be on bike paths.
my question is what kind of bike do I need? a Hybrid?
also I am 5'10 what size frame do I look for?
I have been out of the bike game for probably 12 years.
Personally, I wouldn't ride that on anything but trails. For price.. you get what you pay for. That's really all there is to say when you're buying things new.JetBlackPanda said:went looking today and found this bike for around $300 thats about the most I want to spend.
http://www.gtbicycles.com/bikes/mountain/endurance/2011-aggressor-3-0-silver-white
any input guys? honestly I just want a bike for riding around town and getting exercise and maybe taking it on some light trails here and there.
any input would be awesome thanks!
Okay.. um, I'll be blunt, Diamond Back and Schwinn are shit brands. Like, that's good stuff from a Walmart.rkn said:I've been looking into getting a mountain bike. I have a 6 year old "comfort" bike at the moment, but it's dusty and hasn't been used in well ~5 years. I recently went to several sports stores and they have all the brands I am familiar with ie. Diamond Back, Schwinn, etc.
I also went to an independent shop and they had recommended the brand they sell called Giant, the model I'm interested in is the Revel 1, which is the mid-range beginner bike.
Anyone have experience with this brand / make? Salesman basically told me it comes down to components and weight, the big box brands use unbranded components and are heavier... fyi it was about $450, anything else in that range?
_Bro said:Personally, I wouldn't ride that on anything but trails. For price.. you get what you pay for. That's really all there is to say when you're buying things
Well.. like, I wouldn't want to be seen riding that on anything but trails. You could take it on the road, you're just going to look goofy. Super goofy. Like, what the hell is this guy doing on the road with a mountain bike?JetBlackPanda said:Thanks for being honest, do you have any recomedations for other bikes? I realise that I am not spending a lot of money but is there anything decent out there for that price?
_Bro said:Okay.. um, I'll be blunt, Diamond Back and Schwinn are shit brands. Like, that's good stuff from a Walmart.
Check out what Trek and Specialized have for beginner bikes, too. Stop by a local bike store instead of a department store, the salesman, unless I'm misunderstanding, has no idea what he's talking about.
I'm guessing you're looking at this. I don't know a whole lot about mountain bikes but for a beginner one, I'd assume that's pretty good. It's not high class stuff, but for $450 it's whatever. If you're getting started then you don't need awesome stuff. You might, eventually, and by that time you'll know a lot more about what you want.
For now.. check craigslist and talk to your local store. Also, ask to get sized before you buy.
threenote said:dude, the bike looks awesome. don't change a thing
kaskade said:http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/urban/soho/sohos/
I'm looking at that one. While I don't want to spend that much I figure, a decent bike can last a very long time.
Do bike shops typically sell at MSRP?
You should be able to find it at the same or lower price. The web price is normally higher than what the brands suggest the dealers sell it for.kaskade said:http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/urban/soho/sohos/
I'm looking at that one. While I don't want to spend that much I figure, a decent bike can last a very long time.
Do bike shops typically sell at MSRP?
Giant is the largest bicycle manufacturer in the world by $. They make the majority of Trek's and a lot of other brand's bikes. That normally makes them one of the best values.rkn said:Yeah actually it was the local store sales guy that told me the "house" brands at those stores aren't great deals (ie because the components and weight), I was just wondering if this Giant bike, thats the correct one btw, was a decent buy.
Liu Kang Baking A Pie said:Anything you get at a legit bike store is good. Test ride it and if you like it, buy it.
kaskade said:So I went to my local bike shop to check some out in person. They didn't have the Soho S that I wanted to see but the guy recommended me a Fisher Wingra. I liked the way it felt, though I didn't get to directly compare.
I guess it's between those two. I'm not sure what I want though. I really like the look of the Soho S. So it's pretty much between a single speed or a geared bike.
Any input?
A buddy of mine just got this bike, he's liking it a lot.kaskade said:
That Soho S is retarded. There is pretty much no reason to have a single speed unless you're racing track or too lazy to shift gears. The price on it is also pretty steep. You could get a cooler bike for that price. Go with Wingra, the black model looks a lot better.kaskade said:So I went to my local bike shop to check some out in person. They didn't have the Soho S that I wanted to see but the guy recommended me a Fisher Wingra. I liked the way it felt, though I didn't get to directly compare.
I guess it's between those two. I'm not sure what I want though. I really like the look of the Soho S. So it's pretty much between a single speed or a geared bike.
Any input?
I am planning on it.GamePnoy74 said:A buddy of mine just got this bike, he's liking it a lot.
Somewhat off-topic, but is anyone here in SoCal-GAF planning to ride CicLAvia tomorrow (4/10)? My wife and I are planning to ride our bikes once the streets in downtown LA open at 10AM.
xxracerxx said:$700 fucking dollars for a single speed?
Just buy a used road bike on craigslist and convert it if you really want a single speed.