BMX - Bigger Guy needs Help

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ZEFEX
06-26-08, 03:00 PM
I am wondering what kind of BMX bike can best suit my needs.

I am in my 30's and i weigh about 240 lbs (all muscle) needless to say , yes i do work out almost daily.

Im looking for a BMX bike i can ride to the gym, jump over trash cans, grind picnic tables, etc.

Oh i should also mention i am 6ft tall.

Is there a bmx bike out there that will not break from the riding i plan on doing?

Money is not an issue, i just wanna ride that will last.

Thanks everyone! I really appreciate your inputs!

Edit:
I did just purchase a Redline with wide axle and lots of spokes. I worrie if the bike can hold me, seems like the tires can barely hold my weight. The tires are 20" holy rollers maxxis. They seem verry thin walled? Any help please? I dont want to break the bike :(


NJ Jersey Fresh
06-26-08, 03:06 PM
some thing thats full chromo with a 21'' TT would be good

ZEFEX
06-26-08, 03:18 PM
some thing thats full chromo with a 21'' TT would be good

Sorry dood im a bit of a noob to BMX, (i do mostly skateboarding) can you be more specific or even give me a brand name? Is there a bike name you can give me? Thanks so much!


NJ Jersey Fresh
06-26-08, 03:30 PM
Sorry dood im a bit of a noob to BMX, (i do mostly skateboarding) can you be more specific or even give me a brand name? Is there a bike name you can give me? Thanks so much!

Fit, We the People, Kink, DK, stolen

just to name a few... how much are you looking to spend.

ZEFEX
06-26-08, 03:38 PM
Fit, We the People, Kink, DK, stolen

just to name a few... how much are you looking to spend.


Price Doesnt Matter, best bike for my buck!

Thanks for your help!

NJ Jersey Fresh
06-26-08, 03:45 PM
Someone else will be able to help you better then i can...
http://www.danscomp.com/101449.php?cat=BIKES
http://www.danscomp.com/101779.php?cat=BIKES
http://www.danscomp.com/101672.php?cat=BIKES
http://www.danscomp.com/101116.php
http://www.danscomp.com/101074.php

Since 1993
06-26-08, 08:07 PM
Id go with stolen, fit or we the people not so much dk (i dont really like them). Any of the bikes fresh showed you should be good tho.

NJ Jersey Fresh
06-26-08, 09:51 PM
I like my wtp

ZEFEX
06-27-08, 04:16 AM
Thanks so much guys! This really helps. Cheers!

100psi
06-27-08, 03:40 PM
At your size, you may still want to upgrade some of the parts on any one those completes. I felt much better about having my weight supported by stronger chain, cranks and harder tires. Most of the factory tires(usually Kenda) can only handle 65psi max. I need at least 85psi to feel secure.