Brandon
Gear Masher
Damn I ask some STOOPID questions!
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Aug 31, 2006 18:40:02 GMT -5
Post by Brandon on Aug 31, 2006 18:40:02 GMT -5
I am looking for a decent bike, i currently have a Mongoose, but am seriously considering upgrading, but i do have a budget... so if anyone out there has a bike they are looking to get rid of at a fair price please let me know. THANX
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Sept 1, 2006 13:01:42 GMT -5
Post by mtbazhiker on Sept 1, 2006 13:01:42 GMT -5
Hey Brandon. I have been there before. I started mountain biking with a mongoose I picked up from Wal-Mart. Since then I have ridden several different full suspension and hardtail bikes.
The best bike for your money is a Jamis Dakkar. For $600-$700 you can be riding a nice full suspension bike with quality, namebrand components. If that is too much, get a hardtail. You can buy a Specialized Hardrock for around $300 if you get a good deal.
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Brandon
Gear Masher
Damn I ask some STOOPID questions!
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Sept 1, 2006 18:12:41 GMT -5
Post by Brandon on Sept 1, 2006 18:12:41 GMT -5
thanx man. but i was really just considering something used....
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Sept 4, 2006 12:06:30 GMT -5
Post by ted on Sept 4, 2006 12:06:30 GMT -5
Brandon, You need to check with your local bike shops for any good deals on new or used bikes. The local shops in and around Augusta should be able to provide you with what you need. The best part about buying from your LBS is you get a warranty, a free service agreement for a certain period of time, and most importantly you support you local bike shops. By buying a used bike from someone, most likely you will have to start replacing parts sooner if not later because it is used. This will result in you spending more money in the long run. Check to see if any of the shops have a financing or layaway program. I understand that the financing is 0% interest for 90 days or more. Be careful about buying a full suspension bike for under $1000. While you do get "full suspension" you are sacrificing the quality of other components on the bike including the quality of the suspension itself. (ie bushings instead of bearings) You can get better components and will have less maintenance issues on a hardtail for less money. My advice; you've already spent close to $200 for a bike and other accessories, why not upgrade a little and spend $400+. This will get you a nice new bike that is more suited for trail riding and fits you as well. Regardless, support your local bike shops. I wish more people did.
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Brandon
Gear Masher
Damn I ask some STOOPID questions!
Posts: 28
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Jan 1, 2007 13:30:38 GMT -5
Post by Brandon on Jan 1, 2007 13:30:38 GMT -5
OK new item needed. I want a decent condition front disc setup... Any out there?
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Jan 2, 2007 8:15:51 GMT -5
Post by ted on Jan 2, 2007 8:15:51 GMT -5
We'll have some at Chain Reaction by Thursday. Avid BB5 and BB7 Mechanical Disc or Avid Juicy 7. I recommend the BB7. It has the most adjustability and isn't hydraulic. Look for a cable actuated disc brake from Avid or Hayes.
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Sept 1, 2007 17:12:29 GMT -5
Post by mtnroadie on Sept 1, 2007 17:12:29 GMT -5
i agree with Ted. Your LBS is definatley the way to go. Augusta has three shops. I found that some of the best deal's can be found at all three.
Giant (Andy Jordan's Bicycle Warehouse) has an excellent track record, and the three guys there really know customer service. they also have a LIFETIME SERVICE AGREEMENT, where if you buy a new bike there, they will make any and all adjustments on it (like tightening cables, inflating tires, making sure everything is in good working order) for free for no matter how long you own the bike.
I personally ride the '06 Giant Yukon, and have never had a problem with it. the new 2008's have rock shox front suspension, mechanical disk brakes, and 24 (3front/8rear) speeds. I highly suggest this bike. They have hard tails @ AJBW from $250 to $800, and Full suspension starting at $700 ;D ;D ;D
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Sept 1, 2007 17:25:06 GMT -5
Post by mtnroadie on Sept 1, 2007 17:25:06 GMT -5
i also meant to add that, while sub-$1000 full suspension bikes are not meant to take the beating of a fully decked out downhiller, they do introduce you to FS, so you can learn FS capabilities. The Giant Yukon FS is a great value, and giant does not sacrifice quality of parts for price. Ted is also right, that any bike from wal-mart or target is a two wheeled trip to the Emergency Room. Genuine Bike shops almost always back their bikes with their good word, and all of the shops in Augusta (AJBW, Chain Reaction, and Outspokin') do not let a bike go out he door until they are 100% sure it is safe for years to come. Wal-mart = this site: www.shokmoms.org/index.htm
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Sept 2, 2007 7:53:44 GMT -5
Post by seenvic on Sept 2, 2007 7:53:44 GMT -5
I hope local SORBA members support the shops that support our trails and our mission.
To date, there have been several generous donations from 3 of the 4 CSRA shops.
Andy Jordan's Bicycle Warehouse has made several donations to SORBA-CSRA. The one I recall the most was about 6 years ago - Andy gave us the proceeds ($400, I think) from the Lock To Lock Ride. It came at a time when we really needed the cash. Also last December, Andy dontated another $300 from the Lock to Lock Ride. Andy also sponsored our Long Cane Massacre Ride back in 1999. Over the years, Andy has given and sold at deep discounts "swag" we can then offer our volunteers. Andy's shop has been a dues paying SORBA member for many years. I thank Andy, Drew and Nate for their support over the years.
Chain Reaction. Phil Cohen has stepped up bigtime with a donation of the Cannondale bike to be raffled off for our FATS fundraiser. Chain Reaction also sponsored the Long Cane Massacre Ride back in 1999. Phil has also donated and discounted "swag" for our volunteers. Chain Reaction and at least one of it's employee's are also a dues paying members of SORBA.
Cyclesport in Aiken. Shereen sponsored the 1999 Long Cane Massacre Ride. Cyclesport also donated $500 to our FATS Phase 3 fundraiser. "Swag" donations and discounts from Cyclesport have also helped our cause. Shereen is a member of SORBA.
Outspokin has done nothing to support SORBA. I personally asked Brett to support the 1999 Long Cane Massacre Ride and he refused. It was the only shop I asked that refused, including two from Columbia. Since that time, Outspokin' has done nothing to support the trails or our cause. Outspokin' is not a SORBA member, as are none of it's employees.
We need to support the shops that support our trails. As our community of off road cyclists grows, we need to draw the shops into the advocacy efforts. As SORBA has built more trails, this should equal more sales of off road bikes and parts. It is up to the shops to capture this increased business - and I hope they have.
I personally thank Andy, Phil and Shereen for helping us out over the years. I hope our efforts at trailbuiling have helped your businesses thrive.
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Sept 30, 2007 11:30:50 GMT -5
Post by lonestar12 on Sept 30, 2007 11:30:50 GMT -5
I have a Gary Fisher Cake 3 that I'll part with for $500. It's a really good basic bike and is better than anything under $1000 that you'll find new. Call me at 706-631-5953 if you are interested.
Aaron
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