Mountain bike?

  • brian_peterson
    Eagan, MN
    Posts: 2080
    March 16, 2009 at 9:33 pm #1262094

    Hi all,
    I’m thinking about getting a bike soon, but not sure what to buy. I’d like something mainly for pavement but something that will handle trails ok. I don’t want to break the bank, maybe even looking for something used. Any opinions? This last hunting season was a real eye opener on what kind of shape I’m in!

    Fife
    Ramsey, MN
    Posts: 4042
    March 16, 2009 at 10:30 pm #759229

    I have had good luck with Redline bikes. I’ve had 2 BMX bikes and 2 mountain bikes. Last year I bought a Conquest and I love it. Its more of a road bike but will handle dirt too. With a change of the tires, it can be customized more for either surface. Get the clip in pedals too.

    deertracker
    Posts: 9231
    March 16, 2009 at 11:11 pm #759241

    Gary Fisher made a very good line. Don’t know how there line-up is now, but one to check out.
    DT

    big_g
    Isle, MN
    Posts: 22418
    March 16, 2009 at 11:48 pm #759248

    I have had a Specialized for about the last 4 years… can’t tell you really much about it, but it hangs upside down from the ceiling in the garage real nice….

    big G

    tony_p
    Waterloo, IA
    Posts: 1792
    March 17, 2009 at 12:17 am #759261

    I have a Gary Fisher i bought new a year ago an love it.Its a great ride a nice mid level bike. Im very happy with it

    18fisher
    Hastings,MN
    Posts: 412
    March 17, 2009 at 1:55 am #759291

    I have had the same Gary Fisher Marlin since 1995. Very good bike and still rides like new. Just took it in for a tune-up last week:)

    ryno
    Posts: 90
    March 17, 2009 at 2:13 am #759298

    I also have a Gary Fisher. The two or three times I had it out, it rode real nice, otherwise makes for a great ornament in the man cave. When I bought mine, I rode just about everything they had in my size, at three or four shops, test ride before you buy! Good luck on your search!

    jonathandeblieck
    quad cities, il
    Posts: 176
    March 17, 2009 at 1:28 pm #759391

    pretty tough steering someone in the right direction on this one. i’ve tried about every brand and style. right now i’m on a carbon fiber klein. go visit a small bike shop that’s been around awhile. ride a few around the block. once you find one, don’t be afraid to ask about swaping out parts. (pedals, seats, grips) a good shop will really cater to you. good luck!

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