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Alfred
01-22-11, 12:55 PM
I am 24 years old, married, and looking for a bike to comute to and from work. I cycled a lot in Jr High and High School as part of cross training for Track and Field. When I left for college I had to leave my bike behind because the campus had no where to store it, and they wheren't allowed inside the dorms. Now I am married and begining my career I am looking to geting back on the bike for both personal health and freeing up some extra cash. I have been looking for an active online cycling comunity to try and help answer many of the questions I have about cycling.


RonH
01-22-11, 02:02 PM
Welcome Alfred to BikeForums.
I see you've already found the Commuting forum. Lots of great info there.
For $200 you won't get much of a bike. Save up a little more (maybe $500+) and you'll get a much better, more reliable bike.
You'll also need lights, panniers to carry your stuff, and the list goes on and on. :)

Alfred
01-22-11, 09:07 PM
I understand I am asking a lot from my small budget but with everything going on right now there is no way I would be able to spend $500. That extra $300 buys a lot of groceries. I figure the money I save by riding will help offset accessories and repairs. I hoping to get something with potential for my little $200.


10 Wheels
01-22-11, 09:14 PM
Have you looked in here?

http://louisville.craigslist.org/bik/

http://louisville.craigslist.org/bik/2172659027.html

Alfred
01-23-11, 10:44 AM
No I actually haven't seen that place yet. Thanks!

twobadfish
01-23-11, 10:46 AM
Welcome. I grew up in Ft Thomas.