Mountain Biking - Trials bike - $Price$ and Review

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Wait
07-28-03, 01:41 PM
Ahh, I may be back in the bike market for a trials bike.. I haven't done any research on them as of yet, so I figured I'd ask you guys. What are some of the better models and brands as I know nothing about them. Also what am I looking at (money wise) when purchasing one of these toys. I have only seen one BS in my area that sells them so most likely I would be purchasing it over the net. All the help I can get would... well be helpful..

thx
-Joe:D

Wait
07-28-03, 02:14 PM
I've also looked into a GIant AC1 (which isn't trials) because it is more of a hard hitting bike... but... :( I don't have that kind of cash right now. If I could get a used one that would be wonderful.
a2psyklnut
07-29-03, 07:59 AM
For a good source of Trials products, go to www.webcyclery.com they do a lot of Trials Products, and could definately steer you in the right direction.

L8R

DiL
07-29-03, 10:31 AM
Everything you wanted to know about trials but were afraid to ask. (http://www.trials-online.com/trials_faq.html)
Wait
07-29-03, 01:40 PM
Right on. Thx for the links. :D
Phatman
07-29-03, 08:22 PM
A firend of mine bought a monty a while ago for around 350. they seem to be a good brand. He has messed up more drops then I can recall (It was his first attempt at trials after a trek 4500...) and it seems to be in fine shape. It has a cromoly frame, though, so it is around 25-26 pounds.
DiL
07-30-03, 01:39 AM
By the sound of it, I think Wait is looking for a stock bike. A mod bike is not without its advantages (in fact, they're quite numerous). However, they're good for little else besides trials. Most people I know go with a stock bike they can use for other things along with trials.