Dan
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Post by Dan on Jul 14, 2015 19:15:10 GMT
Hi all
A friend and I are considering getting a couple of mountain bikes for some light riding. Only short journeys with no extreme terrain as yet. Rides to Rother Valley or round our lakes etc.
I have no idea where to even start as I haven't had a bike since I was about 13/14. Could anyone give any advice on what to look for, recommendations or even if you have something you are wanting to sell?!
I'm not looking to spend much at the minute, I would say £200 would be my maximum.
Thanks in advance.
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Post by davsur on Jul 14, 2015 19:30:17 GMT
Hi Dan, you'll not get a lot for £200 apart from a Halfords special, which may suit light riding but it'll be heavy.
If I were you I'd have a look on eBay for Scott, Marin, Specialised, Trek, GT (for example) and see what you can pick up 2nd hand.
I'd try and get front suspension but you don't need rear.
Cheers.
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Post by alison on Jul 14, 2015 21:51:17 GMT
Hi Dan, I agree with Davsur. I had a Halfords special and it was terrible- the gears were awful and it was heavy but it looked nice! I would go second hand but better quality. I have a Trek now and love it.
Good luck.
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Post by teddyowner on Jul 15, 2015 4:12:01 GMT
Hi Dan
If you look out for new 2013/2014 or discontinued models that local bike shops and online retailers are heavily discounting you'll make your £200 go a lot further than for a comparible 2015 bike. They tend to have very limited stock so it's a bit of a lottery finding one the right size for you but if you do it can be worthwhile.
Winstanleys, langsett cycles, tredz and JE James have a few priced between £150 and £250 at the moment. If you buy local you normally get a 6 week check thrown in as well to make sure everything's working as it should be, in that price range though all the running gear is pretty much of a muchness.
Like Dave and Alison said, try for a front suspension fork and aluminium frame if possible, or a lightly used second hand one.
Hope that helps
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Post by davsur on Jul 15, 2015 7:23:17 GMT
This years models will start to go on sale around August time so def worth having a look online at the websites mentioned. JE James is pretty good at Rotherham.
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Dan
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Post by Dan on Jul 15, 2015 9:07:34 GMT
That's all great info, thanks guys! Who knew there would be so much to know in the world of bikes?!
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Post by Rich on Jul 15, 2015 10:10:38 GMT
You could get a crap bike for £200 or for the same money a really good camera!  |
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Post by Rich on Jul 15, 2015 10:12:57 GMT
Oh and when you do get sorted, check out the 'off-road cycling around Waverley' thread. We usually go every Wednesday evening to Rother Valley and back via Treeton Dyke. You're more than welcome to join us.
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Dan
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Post by Dan on Jul 15, 2015 13:15:15 GMT
You could get a crap bike for £200 or for the same money a really good camera! Haha would have been both it not for the car... something had to give!! Appreciate the offer of a Wednesday ride out. Ill give you all a shout when I get something sorted! |
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Post by davsur on Jul 15, 2015 15:13:03 GMT
Oh and when you do get sorted, check out the 'off-road cycling around Waverley' thread. We usually go every Wednesday evening to Rother Valley and back via Treeton Dyke. You're more than welcome to join us. You missed out the important beer stop! |
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