it needs to be rugged enough for offroad but is still fit for the streets and in the $500 or less range
2007-02-23 07:45:35 · 5 answers · asked by bballboy 1 in Sports ➔ Cycling
Stay away from department and chain stores, all they have is junk. Check out the major maufacturers web sites, Trek, Giant, Specialized, Jamis, they all have dealer locator features on the web site. Figure out what you might like, then go to your local bike shop to get fitted and talk to a knowledgeable sales person.
2007-02-23 09:08:54 · answer #1 · answered by crazydave 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get yourself to a few of your local bike shops. Check out what is around. There are so many good manufactures out there. I would do you a disservice to recommend just a few.
There are quite a few steps between mountain and road bike these days Only you know which is right for you.
Your local bike store will fit you to a bike and make sure that it is adjusted properly. (stay away from department store, poor quality and no after sales service)
2007-02-23 22:47:15 · answer #2 · answered by Glenn B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The type of bike you need depends on the terrain you'll be riding. You may want to consider what's known as a Hybrid, something along the lines of a Trek 7100 http://www2.trekbikes.com/bikes/bike.php?bikeid=1312600&f=27
It will give you the best of both worlds, I just purchased one for my daughter of 32 yrs and they cost $429.00 New. Just something to consider.
2007-02-23 19:33:16 · answer #3 · answered by Ric 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
KHS, Giant, and Specialized have some pretty good bikes in that price range... check em out!
2007-02-23 16:51:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
rscycle.com, and bikesdirect.com
2007-02-23 19:15:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋