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Bike for less than 200$

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by jiggyfly, Jul 30, 2020.

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  1. Sanctity

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    I'm assuming you want comfort. A solid beach cruiser or comfort bike that keeps you in the upright position would be the ticket. Large springs on the saddle or a suspension seat post.
     
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  2. jiggyfly

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    Thanks, this is some of the info I needed
    Thanks, I think I am going with the mongoose, what do you think?
    I am in the country and it seems they have a couple of bikes still in stock.
     
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  3. BigM

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    That looks like a solid choice. Just be realistic in its capabilities. It would probably fall apart on an actual mountain lol. Or be so uncomfortable that you wish it did. But for exercise purposes on road/dirt paths it’ll hold up just fine. Bikes can always be sold and upgraded as you see fit.
     
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  4. jiggyfly

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    looks like they sold out, what do you think of this one.

    https://www.walmart.com/ip/Kent-29-DS-Flexor-Mountain-Men-s-Bike-Black/47443501
     
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  5. Mr.Scarface

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    I'm going to tell you this now, if you are big and tall, do not buy a cheap bike. It will break. Do not buy ANY bike from Walmart. Spend ATLEAST $300, but probably $400 and up on a good bike that will last. Walmart bikes are all junk. They are HEAVY and are not meant to last long.
     
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  6. Bandwagoner

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    these are not sizes of the bike and how it fits. Those are wheel sizes. Might want to look into it a bit more.
     
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  8. gifford1967

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    Never liked Mongoose. I was a RedLine guy.

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    Red Lines Flights... Drool.
     
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    [​IMG]

    Supergoose was awesome -- not ultra elite, but close... Skyway, Hutch, Patterson, Redline, GT... Edit have to add PK Rippers and JMC.
     
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  11. gifford1967

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    Looks heavy.
     
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    Bite your tongue.
     
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  13. gifford1967

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    Earlier I had the OG Schwinn Scrambler. Which really was heavy.

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    That's a boat anchor.
     
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  15. Roscoe Arbuckle

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    I got a classic TREK bike off eBay 5 years ago for $500. Was originally $1,500. Try there.
     
    #35 Roscoe Arbuckle, Jul 31, 2020
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    I had a scrambler with mag wheels
     
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    Thanks, I am leaning that way because of my size, do you have recommendations and things I should look for?
     
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  18. gifford1967

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    I put mags on it later.
     
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    That move would sink the boat.
     
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  20. Jturbofuel

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    Whatever you do get fitted your body will thank you later.
     
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