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Lillian Ch
So I just found out my college has a cycling team. I've never competitively biked nor even own a road bike. I ride my cheap mountain bike to and from work frequently. However, I really want to join the team. What bike do you recommend for a beginner that isn't too expensive... as I am a college kid. I've been looking at craigslist at some old peugeots..
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If you are going to become competitive you need atleast 105 components when its shimano. If its SRAM then you should go with atleast SRAM Rival Components. I am talking about shifters and derailleurs. You need something that shifts on command. Anything like Sora components will not shift on command and they will make you lose valuable momentum and time while the peloton starts moving away. I suggest spending atleast $1,100 for your first road bike. I think that is the lowest price you can get a decent road bike nowadays. My first road bike was $1,100. It had Shimano 105 components and I was willing to spend the extra because the other bike I was considering which had the Shimano Tiagras did not shift so well. I just purchased a nice bike. The money you spend on your bike is worth the investment considering the amount of time you will spend with it. You get to be outdoors as well.
I am not sure what could be a good bike for a female. Make sure you get the bike that is the right size for you. Dont end up getting suckered into buying a bike that is slightly too big or slightly too small at a local bike shop because they are trying to get rid of that bike to make room for new inventory. Some bike shops will do that to you.
I recently looked at a Kona Zing. Thought it was a good bike for the price. Its roughly $1,100 and it has components that are found on bikes that normally cost $1,800.
If you are going to become competitive you need atleast 105 components when its shimano. If its SRAM then you should go with atleast SRAM Rival Components. I am talking about shifters and derailleurs. You need something that shifts on command. Anything like Sora components will not shift on command and they will make you lose valuable momentum and time while the peloton starts moving away. I suggest spending atleast $1,100 for your first road bike. I think that is the lowest price you can get a decent road bike nowadays. My first road bike was $1,100. It had Shimano 105 components and I was willing to spend the extra because the other bike I was considering which had the Shimano Tiagras did not shift so well. I just purchased a nice bike. The money you spend on your bike is worth the investment considering the amount of time you will spend with it. You get to be outdoors as well.
I am not sure what could be a good bike for a female. Make sure you get the bike that is the right size for you. Dont end up getting suckered into buying a bike that is slightly too big or slightly too small at a local bike shop because they are trying to get rid of that bike to make room for new inventory. Some bike shops will do that to you.
I recently looked at a Kona Zing. Thought it was a good bike for the price. Its roughly $1,100 and it has components that are found on bikes that normally cost $1,800.
What would be a good mountain bike for me?
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I am 5'10 155lbs with a budget up to 1000$ but prefer 600 - 800$ I rode on a 850$ Cannondale road bike for a little over a year back in 2008 so i have some cycling experience on the road, but i am looking to get into trails and climbing. I live in Miami, FL if that helps you help me.
My preference leans me to a 29er medium frame, but i can't seem to find anything other than a Scott Aspect.
anyways.. seriously will appreciate any help!
Answer
Scott is the only brand available in your area? You're kidding.
http://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/mountain/29-hardtail/talus-29-13/
http://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/mountain/29-hardtail/talus-29-sport-13/
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/revel.29er.0/11522/55888/
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/mountain/sport/29er_sport/marlin/#
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/mountain/sport/29er_sport/wahoo/#
And if you can assemble & tune up a bike yourself - Bikes Direct. They have ones starting around $450. http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/29er_bikes.htm
Scott is the only brand available in your area? You're kidding.
http://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/mountain/29-hardtail/talus-29-13/
http://www.raleighusa.com/bikes/mountain/29-hardtail/talus-29-sport-13/
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/revel.29er.0/11522/55888/
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/mountain/sport/29er_sport/marlin/#
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/mountain/sport/29er_sport/wahoo/#
And if you can assemble & tune up a bike yourself - Bikes Direct. They have ones starting around $450. http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/29er_bikes.htm
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