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 2009-08-10 2:53 PM |
Extreme Veteran  494   DC Metro area |  Subject: New to cycling....completely lost....Okay, so I've been reading articles for the past week and after hours spent researching bikes I've established one thing.... I need a bike, and I have no idea where to start. I'm completely new to biking, and have a $1000 budget. i was looking at the TREK 7.6 FX, but was told not to because it was more of a hybrid bike, so now I'm completely back to start...For now I'm not too concerned about having the fastest time and am focusing more on just finishing and enjoying myself. I have no prefrence as to used or new(as long as its in good condition used) so I'm okay if its a little over the budget normally... Can somebody here point me in the right directions with a few models to look at/research? Edited by fire34fighter 2009-08-10 2:55 PM |
| 2009-08-10 3:10 PM in reply to: #2339353 |
Veteran 195 Millstadt, IL | Subject: RE: New to cycling....completely lost.... find the cheapest road bike that fits you, and ride that for awhile. If you decide you're going to stick with it, then you'll have some experience to draw on, and you'll have a much better idea where to start before you drop any real money. |
| 2009-08-10 3:16 PM in reply to: #2339353 |
Master 1963  | Subject: RE: New to cycling....completely lost.... I would get a road bike and get fitted to it. $1000 will get you a decent road bike that you should be able to put some solid miles on. I would look into a: Trek 2.1 (msrp is 1320) Trek 1.5 (msrp is 1099) Specialized Allez (msrp varies but around your goal) You could also look into some Felts or Cervelo but I'm not as familiar with their bike line ups and prices The only other 3 things I would tell you: 1) The bike shop might try and steer you towards a hybrid. That's more for cruising around town IMHO. If you want to do tris or cycle, road bike is going to be the way to go. 2) If you haven't been on a bike for years make sure to practice on the road bike in a parking lot a bit to learn how it handles 3) So much of biking is getting the fitting correct. Some bike shops offer fitting services and might make a nice package for you if you buy the bike from them. Fitting is not the same as sizing. If the guy looks at you and says "oh you need a 56 cm)" and then adjusts the height of your seat, that's a SIZING not a fitting. Don't forget to budget helmet, gloves, shorts, and possibly clipless pedals/shoes (don't know where you are with this). Good luck. Hope I helped |
| 2009-08-10 3:27 PM in reply to: #2339422 |
Extreme Veteran 494 DC Metro area | Subject: RE: New to cycling....completely lost.... merlin2375 - 2009-08-10 4:16 PM I would get a road bike and get fitted to it. $1000 will get you a decent road bike that you should be able to put some solid miles on. I would look into a: Trek 2.1 (msrp is 1320) Trek 1.5 (msrp is 1099) Specialized Allez (msrp varies but around your goal) You could also look into some Felts or Cervelo but I'm not as familiar with their bike line ups and prices The only other 3 things I would tell you: 1) The bike shop might try and steer you towards a hybrid. That's more for cruising around town IMHO. If you want to do tris or cycle, road bike is going to be the way to go. 2) If you haven't been on a bike for years make sure to practice on the road bike in a parking lot a bit to learn how it handles 3) So much of biking is getting the fitting correct. Some bike shops offer fitting services and might make a nice package for you if you buy the bike from them. Fitting is not the same as sizing. If the guy looks at you and says "oh you need a 56 cm)" and then adjusts the height of your seat, that's a SIZING not a fitting. Don't forget to budget helmet, gloves, shorts, and possibly clipless pedals/shoes (don't know where you are with this). Good luck. Hope I helped Thank you very much! Your post has been extremely helpful. |
| 2009-08-10 3:30 PM in reply to: #2339353 |
| 798 | Subject: RE: New to cycling....completely lost.... Here are some good ones of the top of my head....Specialized Allez, Fuji Roubaix, Trek 1.5 or 2.3, Felt F85/95. $1000 buys a great aluminum bike, but for a few hundred more (or a good sale) you could get it with Shimano 105 components. Worth every penny over Tiagra in my opinion. Also, don't forget to budget for clipless pedals and shoes. This usually adds a minimum of $150, but could easily be much more. |
| 2009-08-10 3:37 PM in reply to: #2339487 |
Extreme Veteran 494 DC Metro area | Subject: RE: New to cycling....completely lost.... rexcoltrain - 2009-08-10 4:30 PM Here are some good ones of the top of my head....Specialized Allez, Fuji Roubaix, Trek 1.5 or 2.3, Felt F85/95. $1000 buys a great aluminum bike, but for a few hundred more (or a good sale) you could get it with Shimano 105 components. Worth every penny over Tiagra in my opinion. Also, don't forget to budget for clipless pedals and shoes. This usually adds a minimum of $150, but could easily be much more. Thank you. for now I'll pass on pedals and shoes...Just need to get a bike and start riding...After a little while I'll focus on more accessories. |
| 2009-08-10 6:06 PM in reply to: #2339474 |
| Master 1963 | Subject: RE: New to cycling....completely lost.... fire34fighter - 2009-08-10 4:27 PM Thank you very much! Your post has been extremely helpful. Glad I was able to help, keep us posted on what you end up getting. Don't forget, bike are like cars...you should be able to test ride them in the parking lot at your local bike shop. First impression and all... |
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