I weigh 220 lbs. and I need a mountain bike that can support my weight going off of some low level jumps, landing on non-sloped surfaces. I don't want to spend more than 800 bucks, I need some advice. I have looked at Fezzari, but I can't find it on froogle, only costco carries them, which makes me question their reliability. I know Mongoose makes some really cheap bikes that are crappy quality but I am sure they make good ones too, I just don't know where they make the Transition. PLEASE, ANY HELP WANTED!!!
2006-10-04 13:15:16 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Cycling
First, go to a bike shop, period. You need to be fitted on the bike that you purchase, becasue if you are not comfortable on the bike, you will not ride it. You will hate it.
If you go to a bike shop they will fit you, and make some good suggestions on a bike to fit your requirements and budget.
I am not a small cyclist either (190 lbs) and remember you can always upgrade latter as your skills improve.
I have a Marin Rift Zone mountain bike and a Specialized Allex Elite road bike, and I love them both!
I started our riding GIANT's both mountain and road, and I honestly think they overall have some of the best "bang for your buck" bike out there.
Happy hunting!
2006-10-05 08:01:43 · answer #1 · answered by E 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like others on here have said go to a Bike shop and buy your bike. Department store bikes are built for looks but not for use off road.
There are a lot of good bikes out there, companies like Raliegh, Jamis are known for putting more bang into their bikes for the buck. You typically get better extras, brake levers, brakes rims and such on these bikes.By extra parts I mean that other companies usually skimp in these areas to save some money. Not to say these are the best bikes out there, everyone makes a good bike (IF you buy it from a bike shop) look at companies like Trek, Giant, Specialized, Fuji, and Marin to name a few.
The issue isn't really your weight for the full suspension as much as it is what your looking to spend. Most companies offer a full suspension for the price range you are looking at but they are not really built for heavy riding. Maybe a little light riding once a month or so, if you want to be serious and push the bike look to spend at least $1000 to get into the next line of full suspension bikes.
Now if you are willing to ride a hard tail you can get into a very nice hard tail that will take plenty of abuse for $800 or so. Companies can spend more on the components with hard tails because they are not adding the rear swing arm and suspension to the price of the bike. Might even check into freeride hard tails with a plush shock up front and heavier duty rims and frames. Will take abuse of 3-5' drops without too much worry.
Now one thing to consider about your weight, yes you will put more stress on the bike but they are built to take some stress. Ride it till it falls apart and then worry about replacing parts, the rims will probably be the first to go especially if you are new to mountain biking.
The only thing you will probably want to do as soon as you get the bike is change the springs in the shocks. Talk to the shop they might be willing to do this before you buy the bike. For some reason most companies believe the average rider is similar in size and weight to the pro peleton and built at about 5'7"5'9" and about 145-150 lbs. The springs they put in the shocks are built for a small guy and need to be changed to heavier springs so you can get the full benefit of the suspension.
2006-10-05 10:23:12 · answer #2 · answered by Dru 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that the bike that you need will cost more than 800 bucks.... Check Cannondale Prophet, Specialized Enduro, Santa Cruz Heckler, Transition Preston, Giant Reign, Kona Stinky, there are others out there.
The thing is, that because of your weight (Ok, I'm heavier, 230), and for what you want it, you need a stronger bicycle. What it needs is to have strong wheelset, fork, frame and good shock. If you get a cheaper bike, it probably would work fine at the beggining, but it won't last long.
2006-10-04 15:38:07 · answer #3 · answered by Roberto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no offense, but if your 220lbs, your gonna need more than an $800 set of wheels. you might look at something in the "freeride" catergory. they have alot of suspension and are built like tanks. Cannondale is a good brand, specialzied, trek, and mongoose make good stuff too. be prepared to spend over $1000 though, this stuff aint cheap. make sure you get a coil spring for rear suspension, they are more heavy duty than air shocks, although heavier. the more you ride, the more weight you'll lose, eventually you can get a lighter (cheaper) bike if you want. but i guarentee you wont want to go back!
2006-10-05 02:14:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't recognize the name or it comes from a department store, your right in being cautious. Get your mountain bike from a bicycle shop. There are lots of good brands in various bicycle shops. Plus, if something goes wrong, they can repair it with almost no problems. Try to get a department store to repair a bicycle? WON'T HAPPEN. As far as price is concerned, I'm sure that most of the shops that you visit should have something in your price range. However, if you see something that you think you really like, but the price is a little higher than planned, don't be afraid to spend that little extra. Many times it is really worth it. Again, visit the bicycle shops. I hope this was helpful.
2006-10-04 14:43:07 · answer #5 · answered by davj61 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-18 12:23:35 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a hardtail, ride it and lose weight. That said, I am 200 and ride a Trek Fuel. I would recommend it. You should find a 2006 base model Fuel for around 750.
http://www2.trekbikes.com/bikes/bike.php?bikeid=1161600&f=12
2006-10-08 06:08:27 · answer #7 · answered by Whoa_Phat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Haro would be best but they usualy run around $900-$2000 for MTB
2006-10-05 08:12:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋