Bike suggestion

"Josh" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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I am thinking of purchasing a bike. I like the hybrid type, more
comfortable
than a road bike and more efficient than a mountain one. I do not

Have you actually ridden a road bike? I keep hearing people say "I want
something more comfortable than a road bike". I am not sure what they
mean. A good road bike has multiple hand positions. It can be ridden
nearly uprate or, if riding into the wind, down in a crouch. Its faster
and more manuverible and easier to ride.

Or a touring bike, which can often accommodate wider tires, fenders and a frame
with a little more give.

Hey Josh,
One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're supposed to
be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do either very well.
If you're gonna do some miles strictly on pavement then go with the road
bike. For versatility I'd recommend a mountain bike. They're far more
versatile and durable than a hybrid. I commute daily on a mountain bike,
roughly 16 miles round trip. I've outfitted it with 26x2.0 slicks, nice bar
ends, fenders, and a Delta rack. I used to have a hybrid and hated it,
mostly because of the bike's limitations and lack of available options like
tire types and sizes.

As for the number of gears, most people rarely use all their available gears
but it's really nice to have them if you need them. I did a tour through
central Virginia (very hilly) a few years back and really wished I had a
triple ring setup on my road bike.

I have three bikes and they're all Giants, but I'm partial to them. Most
manufacturers make good bikes in all price ranges. It's a personal taste
thing. Buying a used bike is an excellent idea especially if you're not sure
exactly what you're looking for. I've bought many used. However, if you're
not an experienced rider I definately recommend going to a good bike shop.
They'll make sure you get one that fits you, even if it's used. That's very
important. I hope you find a bike you like and have a great time with it.
Take care -

Josh <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Greetings,

I am thinking of purchasing a bike. I like the hybrid type, more
comfortable
than a road bike and more efficient than a mountain one. I do not
need flashy features, and would rather have my money well spent on
quality and reliability.
For example, I do not really need 21 speeds. Could you suggest
makes/models in the $200-300 range? Do you think buying used is a
good idea?

have a good day.

-Josh

"El Calaverada" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Hey Josh,
One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're supposed

to

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be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do either very well.
If you're gonna do some miles strictly on pavement then go with the road
bike. For versatility I'd recommend a mountain bike. They're far more
versatile and durable than a hybrid. I commute daily on a mountain bike,
roughly 16 miles round trip. I've outfitted it with 26x2.0 slicks, nice

bar

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ends, fenders, and a Delta rack. I used to have a hybrid and hated it,
mostly because of the bike's limitations and lack of available options

like

Quoted message said:

tire types and sizes.

As for the number of gears, most people rarely use all their available

gears

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but it's really nice to have them if you need them. I did a tour through
central Virginia (very hilly) a few years back and really wished I had a
triple ring setup on my road bike.

I have three bikes and they're all Giants, but I'm partial to them. Most
manufacturers make good bikes in all price ranges. It's a personal taste
thing. Buying a used bike is an excellent idea especially if you're not

sure

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exactly what you're looking for. I've bought many used. However, if you're
not an experienced rider I definately recommend going to a good bike shop.
They'll make sure you get one that fits you, even if it's used. That's

very

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important. I hope you find a bike you like and have a great time with it.
Take care -

Josh <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Greetings,

I am thinking of purchasing a bike. I like the hybrid type, more
comfortable
than a road bike and more efficient than a mountain one. I do not
need flashy features, and would rather have my money well spent on
quality and reliability.
For example, I do not really need 21 speeds. Could you suggest
makes/models in the $200-300 range? Do you think buying used is a
good idea?

have a good day.

-Josh

I have an hybrid. I have to agree that the lack of hand positions is a
problem.

I fixed it partially by adding "horn" type handles on the bar ends. It's
not as bad
but when I use those I do not have access to speed controls or brakes which
make their usefullness limited in town. I am planing a 3 days trip so I
might use them
more then.

For the rest, not much to say. I don't know how I lived without a
suspension 😉
I have one on the fork and one on the saddle and I love them both. Wheels
are
not as tough as mountain bikes but I have given them a little abuse with
holes I could
not avoid and to my surprise no damage on them.

You are probably right that road bikes are better if you want to do
travelling and
mountain bikes if you need it in town but I can't really complain about my
bike.

200-300$ seems a bit low for good quality tough... used you could probably
find
something decent.

Thanks for the replies.

I saw the Giant Sedona ST, Gary Fisher Advance, Capitola, Tarpon for sale
between $200 and $300. Do you think their build quality is good enough?

I did not ride road bikes before. I just assume the riding position is
not compfortable.

Josh

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"El Calaverada" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Hey Josh,
One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're supposed

to

Quoted message said:

be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do either very well.
If you're gonna do some miles strictly on pavement then go with the road
bike. For versatility I'd recommend a mountain bike. They're far more
versatile and durable than a hybrid. I commute daily on a mountain bike,
roughly 16 miles round trip. I've outfitted it with 26x2.0 slicks, nice

bar

Quoted message said:

ends, fenders, and a Delta rack. I used to have a hybrid and hated it,
mostly because of the bike's limitations and lack of available options

like

Quoted message said:

tire types and sizes.

As for the number of gears, most people rarely use all their available

gears

Quoted message said:

but it's really nice to have them if you need them. I did a tour through
central Virginia (very hilly) a few years back and really wished I had a
triple ring setup on my road bike.

I have three bikes and they're all Giants, but I'm partial to them. Most
manufacturers make good bikes in all price ranges. It's a personal taste
thing. Buying a used bike is an excellent idea especially if you're not

sure

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exactly what you're looking for. I've bought many used. However, if you're
not an experienced rider I definately recommend going to a good bike shop.
They'll make sure you get one that fits you, even if it's used. That's

very

Quoted message said:

important. I hope you find a bike you like and have a great time with it.
Take care -

Josh <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Greetings,

I am thinking of purchasing a bike. I like the hybrid type, more
comfortable
than a road bike and more efficient than a mountain one. I do not
need flashy features, and would rather have my money well spent on
quality and reliability.
For example, I do not really need 21 speeds. Could you suggest
makes/models in the $200-300 range? Do you think buying used is a
good idea?

have a good day.

-Josh

I have an hybrid. I have to agree that the lack of hand positions is a
problem.

I fixed it partially by adding "horn" type handles on the bar ends. It's
not as bad
but when I use those I do not have access to speed controls or brakes which
make their usefullness limited in town. I am planing a 3 days trip so I
might use them
more then.

For the rest, not much to say. I don't know how I lived without a
suspension 😉
I have one on the fork and one on the saddle and I love them both. Wheels
are
not as tough as mountain bikes but I have given them a little abuse with
holes I could
not avoid and to my surprise no damage on them.

You are probably right that road bikes are better if you want to do
travelling and
mountain bikes if you need it in town but I can't really complain about my
bike.

200-300$ seems a bit low for good quality tough... used you could probably
find
something decent.

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Quoted message said:

Greetings,
I am thinking of purchasing a bike. I like the hybrid type, more
comfortable
than a road bike and more efficient than a mountain one. I do not
need flashy features, and would rather have my money well spent on
quality and reliability.
For example, I do not really need 21 speeds. Could you suggest
makes/models in the $200-300 range? Do you think buying used is a
good idea?

Used is a good idea if you get a good bike at a good price. You need to be
able to identify a bike that has a worn drivetrain or has other problems
that will require lots of money to fix. A work drive train could easily
set you back $100 for new chainrings, chain and cassette. Find a reputable
bike shop and see what they have in your price range. A friend of mine
recently bought a Specialized Crossroads for $280. They are very happy
with the bike so far. In their price range this was the best bike of the
bunch.
--------------
Alex

Raleigh also gives a lot for the money.
I'm happy with my Schwinn Voyageur with SRAM dualdrive. A great commuter
bike and for short rides. The dualdrive lets you shift while standing
still, simplifies the shifting, less mechanism to jam or jump. Costs a
little more for that.
Ed

"Josh" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Thanks for the replies.

I saw the Giant Sedona ST, Gary Fisher Advance, Capitola, Tarpon for sale
between $200 and $300. Do you think their build quality is good enough?

I did not ride road bikes before. I just assume the riding position is
not compfortable.

Josh

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"El Calaverada" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Hey Josh,
One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're

supposed

Quoted message said:

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to

Quoted message said:

be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do either very

well.

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If you're gonna do some miles strictly on pavement then go with the

road

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bike. For versatility I'd recommend a mountain bike. They're far more
versatile and durable than a hybrid. I commute daily on a mountain

bike,

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roughly 16 miles round trip. I've outfitted it with 26x2.0 slicks,

nice

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bar

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ends, fenders, and a Delta rack. I used to have a hybrid and hated it,
mostly because of the bike's limitations and lack of available options

like

Quoted message said:

tire types and sizes.

As for the number of gears, most people rarely use all their available

gears

Quoted message said:

but it's really nice to have them if you need them. I did a tour

through

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central Virginia (very hilly) a few years back and really wished I had

a

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triple ring setup on my road bike.

I have three bikes and they're all Giants, but I'm partial to them.

Most

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manufacturers make good bikes in all price ranges. It's a personal

taste

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thing. Buying a used bike is an excellent idea especially if you're

not

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sure

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exactly what you're looking for. I've bought many used. However, if

you're

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not an experienced rider I definately recommend going to a good bike

shop.

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They'll make sure you get one that fits you, even if it's used. That's

very

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important. I hope you find a bike you like and have a great time with

it.

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Take care -

Josh <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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> Greetings,
>
> I am thinking of purchasing a bike. I like the hybrid type, more
> comfortable
> than a road bike and more efficient than a mountain one. I do not
> need flashy features, and would rather have my money well spent on
> quality and reliability.
> For example, I do not really need 21 speeds. Could you suggest
> makes/models in the $200-300 range? Do you think buying used is a
> good idea?
>
> have a good day.
>
> -Josh

I have an hybrid. I have to agree that the lack of hand positions is a
problem.

I fixed it partially by adding "horn" type handles on the bar ends.

It's

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not as bad
but when I use those I do not have access to speed controls or brakes

which

Quoted message said:

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make their usefullness limited in town. I am planing a 3 days trip so I
might use them
more then.

For the rest, not much to say. I don't know how I lived without a
suspension 😉
I have one on the fork and one on the saddle and I love them both.

Wheels

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are
not as tough as mountain bikes but I have given them a little abuse with
holes I could
not avoid and to my surprise no damage on them.

You are probably right that road bikes are better if you want to do
travelling and
mountain bikes if you need it in town but I can't really complain about

my

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bike.

200-300$ seems a bit low for good quality tough... used you could

probably

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find
something decent.

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Subject: Re: Bike suggestion
From: "El Calaverada" [email hidden]
Date: 7/12/2004 9:35 PM US Eastern Standard Time
Message-id: <[email hidden]>

Hey Josh,
One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're supposed to
be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do either very well.
If you're gonna do some miles strictly on pavement then go with the road
bike. For versatility I'd recommend a mountain bike. They're far more
versatile and durable than a hybrid. I commute daily on a mountain bike,
roughly 16 miles round trip. I've outfitted it with 26x2.0 slicks, nice bar
ends, fenders, and a Delta rack. I used to have a hybrid and hated it,
mostly because of the bike's limitations and lack of available options like
tire types and sizes.

As for the number of gears, most people rarely use all their available gears
but it's really nice to have them if you need them. I did a tour through
central Virginia (very hilly) a few years back and really wished I had a
triple ring setup on my road bike.

I have three bikes and they're all Giants, but I'm partial to them. Most
manufacturers make good bikes in all price ranges. It's a personal taste
thing. Buying a used bike is an excellent idea especially if you're not sure
exactly what you're looking for. I've bought many used. However, if you're
not an experienced rider I definately recommend going to a good bike shop.
They'll make sure you get one that fits you, even if it's used. That's very
important. I hope you find a bike you like and have a great time with it.
Take care -

What kind of bike would be recommended for riding a lot of dirt roads?
I was thinking about getting a hybrid to ride them..?

"Josh" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Thanks for the replies.

I saw the Giant Sedona ST, Gary Fisher Advance, Capitola, Tarpon for sale
between $200 and $300. Do you think their build quality is good enough?

I did not ride road bikes before. I just assume the riding position is
not compfortable.

My daughter (17) got a Sedona last year and likes it. It seems well made.
Other manufacturers will have similar models.

On my daughter's bike, we swapped out the standard tires in favor of slicks,
because the bike is ridden almost entirely on pavement (and the rest is
crushed limestone). This is a common practice and you should expect only to
pay the difference in the price of the tires.

On Tue, 13 Jul 2004 02:35:39 GMT, "El Calaverada" <[email hidden]>

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One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're supposed to
be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do either very well.

They are, however, close to perfect for urban commuting. Having
accepted they have a place, I have recommended two friends to buy them
for this purpose, and both are entirely delighted.

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On Tue, 13 Jul 2004 02:35:39 GMT, "El Calaverada" <[email hidden]>

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One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're
supposed to be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do
either very well.

They are, however, close to perfect for urban commuting. Having
accepted they have a place, I have recommended two friends to buy them
for this purpose, and both are entirely delighted.

Quite so.

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On Tue, 13 Jul 2004 02:35:39 GMT, "El Calaverada" <[email hidden]>

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One type of bike I never recommend to folks are hybrids. They're
supposed to be a cross between a mountain and road bike but don't do
either very well.

They are, however, close to perfect for urban commuting. Having
accepted they have a place, I have recommended two friends to buy them
for this purpose, and both are entirely delighted.

Quite so.

I'm not exactly an expert, but I have a hybrid and like it just fine. You
don't ride with all your weight on your wrists, and it doesn't have the huge
tires a mountain bike has.