2007-01-28 17:18:30 · 9 answers · asked by sportsfreak61787 2 in Sports ➔ Cycling
While you will find plenty of information/advice at cycling forums (e.g., http://cyclingforums.com), I recommend going to your local bike shop(s) and trying out a few models yourself.
Generally, you want to try a hybrid (a cross between road bike and a mountain) from Specialized, Marin, Gary Fisher, Trek, Giant (IMHO, in that order). These are all good, mostly equivalent, companies with very similar configurations.
Your final choice will depend on
A. Which bike you're most comfortable with: Plan on wearing the clothing you usually wear to bike, and take a test ride not less than 15 minutes.
B. Which bike shop people seem the most down-to-earth, friendly, and knowledgeable. Remember, even after buying a bike, you'll be visiting them pretty often for spares/adjustment/repairs.
2007-01-29 00:12:23 · answer #1 · answered by Rushi B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if ur looking hardtail,fullsuspension or ridgid framed bikes to do the job. Then I think Specialised as a make are good for the hard tail free style,Trek are good for full sus,an hardtail as well. These two companies have awide range to choose from. I my self have had a hardrock, this was good for road use, and quite good for tricks. Also had an FSR specialised blue, up graded the forks to "obsyst" carbon fiber. but snapped the frame, so now got a trek full sus. it works well on all envirments, just change the tyres to suit. hope this helps.
2007-01-29 02:09:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gary Fisher Utopia!
$840 and awesome...
http://www.fisherbikes.com/bikes/bike_detail.asp?series=dualsport&bike=Utopia
For the riding you've described, this bike would be a great fit/function for you - I even outfitted a guy for the Pacific coast highway, on it's bigger brother; the Montare! To me, the bike is prooven!!!
2007-01-29 00:47:32 · answer #3 · answered by bigringtravis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out Trekbikes.com. They have a few models under $1000 in both road and hybrids. And the website also has a dealer locator feature.
2007-01-28 22:15:05 · answer #4 · answered by crazydave 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-28 02:20:09 · answer #5 · answered by sickels 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Under $1000 is tuff. Look for an older enduro. Maybe early 80's.
2007-01-28 17:22:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should be able to find Giant, Trek, KHS, and Specialized models in your price range. These are all good companies.
2007-01-28 23:24:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honda dirtbike...great mileage
2007-01-29 10:43:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go with either Felt or Specialized.
2007-01-29 00:26:49 · answer #9 · answered by Madrider 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋