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Mountain Bike Suggestions Please

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by Harrisment, May 16, 2009.

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  1. mnkyman

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    29'er is way to expensive for his price range


    check out local craigslist as well as cities close by like austin (that has a huge cycling community)
     
    #21 mnkyman, May 18, 2009
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    canondale f5 is a good value for its cost ($800) or the Fisher Wahoo
     
    #23 benchmoochie, May 18, 2009
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    There is nothing wrong with the Motobecane, and 600 is plenty for a 29er.
     
    #24 Bandwagoner, May 18, 2009
  5. I am a Donut

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    Take your time and ride some different models; then go with one that feels great to you. Give a Rockhopper a try...I think a new one is in your price range.
     
    #25 I am a Donut, May 18, 2009
  6. Harrisment

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    Ok, just picked up my new bike today from REI. I rode a couple different models but the feel of the 29er was unmistakable. So I spent a little more than I intended to ($729) but I'm really happy with the purchase. I got the Marin Alpine Trail 29er in the 20.5 in frame. Looked forward to breaking this baby in! Thanks guys for all the suggestions.
     
    #26 Harrisment, May 22, 2009
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    Let me know what places you end up liking to ride. I'm moving closer to Memorial in a month and may get into biking, also.
     
    #27 Fatty FatBastard, May 22, 2009
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    I am glad you gave the 29er a shot. Seriously the advantages for people our size is just to hard to overcome. Even with better forks on 26" bikes. Just wait till you hit some roots and just keep on rolling.
     
    #28 Bandwagoner, May 22, 2009
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